BMW 3 Series E92 E92N LCi Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Monacoblau Blue 7117978

BMW E92 E92N LCI Fuel Flap Monacoblau Blue is an original body part designed for the facelifted 3 Series coupe models. Finished in Monacoblau Metallic - A35, this flap helps maintain paint consistency and an aesthetic finish for the side body. It's a practical solution for replacing a damaged part or restoring the car's factory appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7117978-MB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7117978
• Substitutable numbers: 7133816, 51177117978, 7117978
• Color: Monacoblau Metallic - A35
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Application and Fitment for BMW E92 / E92N LCI

The fuel flap has been specifically designed for the BMW 3 Series E92 and E92N facelift (LCI) body, ensuring a proper fit to the fender and fuel filler recess. The original mounting geometry facilitates installation in place of the factory part, without the need for bodywork modifications.

By maintaining the original body line, the part integrates well with the car's body contours, which is important for both post-accident repairs and precise visual restoration of the vehicle.

Monacoblau Metallic - A35 Color

The finish in Monacoblau Metallic - A35 is a distinctive dark blue metallic paint used by BMW, which emphasizes the coupe's dynamic character. Using the original color can minimize the scope of repainting or avoid it entirely if the other body panels are in good condition.

The metallic paint structure ensures consistency with the factory body finish, which is crucial for precise shade matching at the junction with the fender and bumper. This is particularly important in repairs where uniform light reflection and the aesthetics of the entire side panel of the car are key.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered fuel flap is a used part, which in practice means the original material structure and factory paint are preserved. Such components are often chosen for body repairs as they allow for better shade matching to the rest of the bodywork compared to repainting from scratch.

A used body part is also a cost-effective solution while maintaining compliance with the original BMW specifications. In many restoration and service projects, this approach allows for combining functionality with the preservation of the vehicle's original character.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Flap

Choosing an original fuel flap for the BMW E92 / E92N LCI offers several significant advantages:

• maintaining the factory body line and correct panel gaps,
• color consistency with Monacoblau Metallic paint on other panels,
• easier installation thanks to factory mounting points,
• possibility of localized aesthetic repair without interfering with larger body sections.

For owners who care about their car's appearance, it is particularly important that an original BMW part allows for maintaining compliance with the factory finish standard, which is relevant for both usability and potential resale of the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as flaps, covers, or small body details, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Support for Restoration and Modernization

For projects involving refreshing or lightly modifying cars from model years similar to the E92, it is worthwhile to draw on the experience of other users and proven solutions. Practical tips on selecting and using used components can be found in the article Second Life for Youngtimers – How Used Car Parts Rejuvenate Cars from 1998–2012, which discusses, among other things, modernization scenarios for BMW models.

If you are also interested in comparing the character of sports versions from other brands and the impact of body components and sub-assemblies on a car's handling, the post Audi RS vs Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis? may be helpful, presenting the structural differences in high-performance cars.