BMW F20 LCI Fuel Filler Fill-In Flap Cover Mineral Grau Metallic - B39

BMW F20 LCI Fuel Filler Flap Grey Metallic B39 is an original body part from the Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories group, designed for the facelifted compact BMW 1 Series models. The Mineral Grau Metallic – B39 paint ensures color consistency with the factory body finish and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct replacement of a damaged flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7270765-MG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7270765
• Substitutable numbers: 51177270765, 7270765, KZ
• Color: Mineral Grau Metallic - B39
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and Fitment for BMW F20 LCI

The presented fuel filler flap is a body part dedicated to the facelifted (LCI) BMW F20, which means maintaining the correct geometry, character lines, and compatibility with the standard opening mechanism. This ensures a predictable installation process, without the need for bodywork modifications or fitting adjustments.

The original design ensures:

• correct fitment with the fender and fuel filler recess,
• compatibility with the factory hinge and opening spring,
• the possibility of using the existing central locking mechanism, if provided for in the car's configuration.

Mineral Grau Metallic – B39 Color

The flap is finished in Mineral Grau Metallic – B39, a color used from the factory on many BMW 1 Series F20 LCI models. This is a metallic shade of grey that effectively masks minor operational dirt and harmoniously blends with the body lines. When matched correctly with the car's body paint, this often allows for reduced or completely omitted additional painting, shortening repair time and lowering costs.

For body and paint shops, as well as end-users, this means:

• easier color matching to the rest of the car body,
• reduced risk of visible shade differences after installation,
• a more predictable final result after repairing the fuel filler area.

Part Characteristics and Service Application

As a part from the Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories category, this flap is responsible for protecting the fuel filler from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. A correctly chosen flap minimizes the risk of dirt entering the area around the cap, which is important for the long-term, trouble-free operation of the fuel system.

In service applications, the part is particularly useful in situations such as:

• post-accident repair of the rear fender or fuel filler area,
• replacement of a damaged, cracked, or deformed flap,
• restoring the original appearance of the body after previous, non-factory modifications.

Used Condition and Practical Aspects

The part is offered as a used part, which is a beneficial solution for users looking for original components at a reasonable price. A used fuel filler flap allows you to maintain the vehicle's factory specifications while reducing repair costs compared to new parts from an authorized dealer.

In practice, this means the ability to:

• maintain the original BMW body lines without compromising fit,
• reduce repair time thanks to a ready-made part in the correct color,
• economically restore the fuel filler area while maintaining OEM quality of workmanship.

Technical Support and Selection in the Context of the Fuel System

When replacing the fuel filler flap, it is worth paying attention to the overall condition of components related to refueling – the filler neck, seals, and dirt protection. For users who want to better understand the relationship between the filler area and the rest of the fuel system, an article describing the diagnostics and operation of the entire system will be helpful: Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair.

If you need other parts related to the refueling area on your BMW, such as additional covers, mounts, or related body components, check the available parts in the BMW Fuel Filler Caps & Accessories category.