BMW X3 E83 3 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Silbergrau Silver Grey - A08

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

BMW X3 E83 3 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Silbergrau Silver Grey - A08 is an original body component designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, ensuring a factory fit and a consistent look for the car. This used tailgate in Silbergrau Metallic - A08 allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged part without the need for costly painting. It is a practical solution for BMW X3 E83 owners who expect solid construction and compliance with factory standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3452197-SBG3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3452197
• Substitutable numbers: 41003452197, 3452197, 41623404957, 3404957, 41003420820, 3420820, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Silbergrau Metallic - A08
• Category: Tailgates

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 E83

The BMW X3 E83 3 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Silbergrau Silver Grey - A08 has been designed as a structural body component, responsible for closing the cargo area and working in conjunction with the hinges, lock, and license plate lighting system. Thanks to the factory geometry, the proper body lines, mounting gaps, and correct fitment to the bumper and fenders are maintained, which translates into stability and the proper operation of the opening mechanism.

Silbergrau Metallic - A08 color and visual aspects

The factory Silbergrau Metallic - A08 color allows in many cases to avoid full painting if the car has the same body shade. This is a beneficial solution for post-accident repairs or corrosion correction because:

• it facilitates maintaining the visual consistency of the entire vehicle,
• it limits the vehicle's downtime in the paint shop,
• it reduces costs associated with preparing and painting the component.

For users who care about the aesthetics of the body, this means a faster return to full vehicle functionality while maintaining the original BMW character.

Structural function and safety of the rear body section

As a component from the Tailgates group, this trunk lid is responsible not only for the convenient opening of the cargo area but also for the proper sealing of the rear body section. A properly selected tailgate:

• works with the seals, limiting the ingress of water and contaminants into the trunk,
• ensures stable mounting of the glass and additional components,
• maintains the appropriate rigidity of the vehicle's rear structure.

Thanks to the preservation of factory mounting points, installation using standard hinges and the lock is possible, which facilitates workshop work and shortens repair time.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered trunk lid is a used component, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original BMW quality. In practice, this means:

• factory origin of the part and compatibility with the X3 E83 model construction,
• the possibility of an economical replacement of a damaged tailgate after a collision or due to corrosion,
• preservation of the original creases and styling lines characteristic of BMW.

For body and paint shops as well as individual users, this is a functional base for professional repair of the rear body section.

Installation zone and practical benefits

The tailgate is intended for installation in the rear of the vehicle, which is important for both safety and the ergonomics of daily trunk use. A correctly selected component:

• ensures smooth opening and closing of the trunk lid,
• enables correct adjustment of the lock and bumpers,
• facilitates the installation of equipment, such as interior upholstery or lighting.

Thanks to the preservation of factory dimensions, the installation proceeds in a predictable manner, which is important for services specializing in BMW body repairs.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or complete trunk assemblies, check the available parts in the BMW Tailgates category.

For drivers interested in a wider range of information about the operation and repair of vehicles of this brand, an article describing typical faults and the cost-effectiveness of using original components may be useful – you can find more practical tips in the material BMW N47 timing chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts.