BMW Z4 Series E89 Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue 7228112

BMW Z4 Series E89 Flap Towing Eye Rear Bumper Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue in Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the towing eye mounting hole, restoring the cohesive look of the bumper while maintaining the factory paint line characteristic of the Deep Sea Blue version.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7228112-DSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7228112
• Substitutable numbers: 51127228112, 7228112, 51127192050, 7192050
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented flap is dedicated to the rear bumper of the BMW Z4 E89 model and serves as a cover for the towing eye mounting point. Once installed, it masks the technical opening, ensuring the rear bumper maintains a uniform surface and the body structure remains consistent with the manufacturer's original design.

This component is particularly useful when replacing a missing or damaged cover after removing the towing hook, following accident repairs, or during bumper restoration. Thanks to its precise fit to the bumper line, installation is straightforward and does not require any structural modifications.

Color and paint matching

The flap is finished in Tiefseeblau Metallic A76, characteristic of the Deep Sea Blue version used by BMW. This ensures color consistency with the factory body paint, making it easier to maintain a uniform rear bumper surface without the need for additional painting in many restoration cases.

For owners of a BMW Z4 E89 in this color, this is a practical solution that restores the aesthetics of the vehicle's rear, especially when the goal is to preserve the original character of the paint and avoid visible tonal differences between elements.

Installation characteristics

As an original BMW component, the towing eye flap is designed for the specific shape of the Z4 E89 rear bumper. Proper guides and clips allow for stable seating in the designated spot, which minimizes the risk of looseness or improper fitment with the bumper surface.

This element comes from the Other group, meaning it is a specialized body part often overlooked in standard listings, yet essential when completing the vehicle's full exterior equipment.

Condition and practical application

The offered flap is a used component, making it a cost-effective solution for maintenance repairs and restoring body completeness in cars that do not require a full collector-standard rebuild. It is a good addition when servicing the bumper, replacing towing hook mounting elements, or reconstructing the rear of the vehicle after minor damage.

Choosing an original BMW component allows you to maintain compliance with the factory bumper geometry, which is important for both aesthetics and the proper functioning of other body elements in the rear of the vehicle.

Integration with other BMW elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, plugs, or small mounting components, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For users interested in comparing design solutions used in different makes and models, including sports versions, an article discussing the differences in engine and chassis construction may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.