BMW E82 E88 Fill In Flap Fuel Cover Alpinweiss 3 White 7166825

BMW E82 E88 Fuel Filler Flap in Alpinweiss 3 is an original body part designed for the 1 Series Cabrio and Coupé models. With the factory paint finish Alpinweiss 3 – 300, the flap allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged part without the need for color matching. This is a practical solution for users who expect a cohesive look for the side body and proper closing of the fuel filler flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7166825-AW1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7166825
• Substitutable numbers: 7166825, 51177166825
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and Fit for BMW 1 Series

The fuel filler flap has been designed specifically for BMW E82 and E88 body styles, ensuring proper alignment with the fender line and the factory fuel filler recess. The original geometry of the part allows for maintaining factory gaps, correct hinge operation, and comfortable opening of the flap during refueling.

Thanks to the use of the original Alpinweiss 3 – 300 paint, the part blends well with the existing body package, reducing the need for additional painting work after installation, provided the car has the same color code.

Alpinweiss 3 Color – Characteristics and Advantages

The factory white Alpinweiss 3 paint is a popular color used on many BMW 1 Series models, valued for its neutral, universal appearance and ease of maintenance. Using this color on the fuel filler flap:

• facilitates maintaining a consistent aesthetic of the side body,
• reduces the risk of visible shade differences between the flap and the fender,
• allows for a quick replacement of a damaged part without full repainting.

This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs or spot bodywork restoration, where both appearance and repair time are important.

Construction, Function, and Application

The fuel filler flap performs an important protective function – it shields the cap and the filler area from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. For BMW E82/E88, a correctly chosen flap also contributes to:

• maintaining the correct side body line,
• proper operation of the opening mechanism,
• limiting the ingress of contaminants into the fuel filler area.

The original origin of the part promotes the preservation of factory operating parameters of the mechanism and compatibility with the standard solutions used in the BMW 1 Series.

Used Condition – A Practical Choice for Body Repairs

This part comes from the group of used BMW parts, making it a sensible alternative to new components for operational and post-accident repairs. In many cases, this allows for a significant reduction in the cost of restoring the full functionality of the fuel filler flap while maintaining the original structural specifications.

Before installation, standard visual inspection and fitting to the specific vehicle instance are recommended, taking into account the paint code and body version.

Technical Support and Selection in the Context of the Fuel System

When working on replacing components in the fuel filler area, it is also advisable to ensure the condition of other fuel system components. Detailed information on diagnostics, selection by part numbers, and operation of fuel system components can be found in the article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair, which discusses practical aspects of servicing the entire fuel system.

BMW Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories – Expansion and Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the fuel filler area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional flaps, covers, or mounting accessories, check the available parts in the category BMW Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories.