BMW E90 LCI Front Bumper Cover Flap Hook Towing Eye Montegoblau Blue A51 0036841

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E90 LCI Front Bumper Cover Flap Hook Towing Eye Montegoblau Blue A51 in Montegoblau Metallic - A51 is a precision-engineered body component designed for the front bumper. Its original design ensures a perfect fit with the bumper line, and the factory-spec paint finish facilitates the aesthetic replacement of a damaged or missing cover. This practical solution helps restore the consistent look of the vehicle's front end following bodywork and paint repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036841-MTB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036841
• Substitutable numbers: 51110036841, 0036841, 51117143746, 7143746
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The towing eye bumper cover is mounted in the front body zone, at the location of the towing thread outlet. Its purpose is to:

• cover the technical opening in the bumper,
• protect the towing eye socket from dirt and moisture,
• maintain the continuity of the bumper line once the opening is closed,
• prevent debris from entering the bumper structure.

Thanks to its proper profile and mounting points, the component works with the factory bumper structure, requires no modifications, and allows for the preservation of the car's original front geometry.

Montegoblau Metallic - A51 color

The presented cover is finished in Montegoblau Metallic - A51, characteristic of specific versions of the BMW 3 Series E90 LCI generation. Using the correct paint shade:

• facilitates visual matching with existing body panels,
• reduces the scope of additional paint work,
• allows for maintaining color consistency of the vehicle's front end.

For workshops and paint shops, this is a convenient solution for post-accident repairs when the goal is to quickly restore the bumper's aesthetics without the need to color-match aftermarket replacements.

Construction and fitment for BMW

The cover belongs to the Bumper inserts and covers group, meaning it was designed as an integral part of the BMW bumper system. Properly shaped clips and guides:

• ensure stable seating in the bumper socket,
• minimize the risk of looseness and falling out during operation,
• facilitate removal if the towing eye needs to be used.

As a result, the component can be used both for body repairs and for replacing individual bumper components after minor operational damage.

Characteristics of the used part

The offered cover is an original BMW component sourced from dismantling, which ensures factory fitment and compatibility with the bumper structure. A used part is a good choice wherever the following matters:

• compatibility with factory mounts,
• preservation of the original body line,
• optimal cost-to-quality ratio in front-end repairs.

These types of elements are frequently chosen by workshops specializing in the BMW brand and by users who want to restore the bumper's aesthetics without investing in new, more expensive components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, inserts, or additional caps, check out the available parts in the BMW bumper inserts and covers category.

For users interested in a broader approach to drivetrain repairs and the use of original components from dismantling for major service work, the guide article Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an uncertain replacement may be helpful, as it demonstrates the advantages of using proven OEM parts in advanced repairs.