Ford Mondeo Mk4 Rear Boot Lid Tailgate Strip Trim Panel Thunder Metallic - 686

Ford Mondeo Mk4 Rear Boot Lid Tailgate Strip Trim Panel Thunder Metallic - 686 is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle, allowing for the aesthetic and functional restoration of the tailgate. Finished in the attractive Thunder Metallic 686 color, it ensures a consistent look with the factory paint and facilitates visual matching without the need for complex modifications. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the rear of their Mondeo Mk4 to full functionality and a neat appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7S71-402B32A-THU
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7S71-402B32A
• Substitutable numbers: 7S71-402B32A, 7S71402B32A, 7S71-A43400-BA58CN, 7S71A43400BA58CN, 1488797
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Thunder Metallic - 686
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The presented trim panel is dedicated to the rear body section of the fourth-generation Ford Mondeo and is mounted in the tailgate area. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the vehicle's rear zone while serving as an important element of the lighting and styling composition. Thanks to its precise fit to the body lines, installation is straightforward, with no need to modify the tailgate structure.

Thunder Metallic 686 color scheme

The Thunder Metallic 686 finish allows for consistency with Ford's factory paint palette. The metallic silver tone blends well with both light and dark body shades, making it easy to integrate with other body parts. For many users, this is a beneficial solution as it limits the scope of paint work and speeds up the process of restoring the vehicle to an aesthetic condition.

Installation characteristics

The tailgate trim panel has been designed as a component that fits the factory mounting points on the Mondeo Mk4. This means that with the correct vehicle model selection, standard mounting solutions can be used without interfering with the tailgate structure. Its placement at the rear of the vehicle facilitates quick service access and simplifies any necessary adjustment work.

Condition and practical application

The item comes from a group of used parts, making it a reasonable choice for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, or budget-friendly body restoration. In many cases, such a trim panel allows for the restoration of the car's proper rear appearance without the need to invest in a new component, while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with the Ford body.

Benefits of using an original trim panel

Using an original rear tailgate trim panel for the Mondeo Mk4 ensures:

• consistent fit to the body lines and Ford's factory design,
• aesthetic finish of the vehicle's rear section in an attractive metallic color,
• the possibility of economical repair or refreshing the car's appearance while maintaining the original structure.

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