BMW 7 Series E65 E66 Left Trunk Lid Hinge Schiefergruen Green - 449 8240339

The BMW E65 Trunk Hinge Left Schiefergruen is an original body part from the Trunk Lid and Rear group, designed for installation on the left side of the trunk lid. Finished in a green body shade, it ensures a cohesive appearance of the bodywork and stable lid operation in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8240339-SGM
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8240339
• Substitutable numbers: 41627068529, 7068529, 41627175307, 7175307, 41627075101, 7075101, 41628240339, 8240339, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Green
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Trunk Hinge Purpose and Function

The presented hinge is dedicated to the trunk lid in BMW E65 models, where it is responsible for precise guidance and support of the lid during opening and closing. Its placement on the left side of the body allows for maintaining the correct geometry of the entire trunk mechanism, which translates to even load distribution and reduced stress on the bodywork.

This part is suitable for both replacing a damaged hinge after a collision or corrosion, and for comprehensive renovation of the rear body section. By retaining the factory design, it ensures proper fitment with the lid and other components of the hinge system.

Body Color and Fitment

The hinge is made in the green body color, corresponding to the Schiefergruen designation, which facilitates aesthetic matching with the vehicle's original paint. In practice, this means it can be installed without immediate repainting, especially for cars with a similar color tone.

Such color matching reduces the scope of additional body and paint work and allows for quicker return of the vehicle to service. For users who care about the cohesive appearance of the rear body section, this is a practical and economical solution.

Technical Characteristics and Compatibility

As a part from the Trunk Lid and Rear group, the hinge works with factory mountings, gas struts, and trunk lid seals. The design intended for left-side installation ensures proper lid guidance relative to the hinge on the opposite side, minimizing the risk of misalignment, rubbing against fenders, or improper closing.

The product has an assigned OEM part number and a set of replacement numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific BMW E65 configuration. This allows for precise selection of the hinge for your vehicle, avoiding installation and fitment issues.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The offered trunk hinge is a used part, which helps to reduce repair costs while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. Such elements are often used in professional workshops specializing in accident repairs, renovations, and premium car service, where compliance with the factory design is crucial.

Choosing an original used hinge is a good solution when you want to maintain the original geometry of the trunk lid, proper guidance, and durability of the mounting connections, without having to resort to aftermarket replacements with uncertain parameters.

BMW Rear Body Section Repair Extension

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area of your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as hinges, mountings, or complete trunk lids, check the available parts in the BMW Trunk Lid and Rear category.

For users interested in a broader approach to the operation and durability of components, including the impact of operating temperature on engine life, the advisory article Engine Cooling System – Overheating, Repair, and Used Radiators may be helpful, discussing practical aspects of maintaining key systems in BMW-class cars.