BMW F01 LCI F02 LCI Front Bumper Tow Eye Hook Cover 7295277 Spacegrau Grey A52

BMW F01 LCI F02 LCI Front Bumper Tow Eye Hook Cover Spacegrau Grey A52 is a precisely fitted component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for installation in the front part of the bumper. Its original BMW origin ensures proper geometry, stable mounting, and visual consistency with the factory Spacegrau body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7295277-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7295277
• Substitutable numbers: 51117335048, 7335048, 7295277
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Part type: Bumper Insert
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The front tow eye cover is responsible for the aesthetic closure of the service opening in the bumper, which is used for screwing in the towing eye. A correctly selected component:

• protects the bumper structure from dirt and moisture,
• ensures a flush surface of the bumper in the tow hook mounting area,
• maintains a consistent look for the front part of the body.

Thanks to its dedicated placement in the front of the vehicle area, the cover works with the bumper line characteristic of the LCI versions of the F01 and F02 models, which minimizes the risk of installation issues.

Color and visual matching

The component is finished in the factory color Spacegrau Metallic – A52, which allows for maintaining a uniform bumper shade without the need for additional painting when properly matched to the body. The metallic paint coating:

• highlights the line of the front bumper,
• reduces the visibility of tonal differences compared to adjacent panels,
• facilitates quick replacement of a damaged cover without interfering with other elements.

Technical aspect and compatibility

The cover has been designed to work with diesel units, which is important when selecting body components for specific vehicle configurations. The design intended for installation on the front of the car allows for proper snapping into the bumper socket and stable position retention during operation.

As a part from the Bumper inserts and covers group, it complements the bumper protection system, working with other covers and inserts in this zone.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The component comes from the BMW range and is intended for users who want to restore the factory look of the vehicle's front after damage or loss of the original cover. The used nature of the part allows for economical repair while maintaining original geometry and mountings, which is particularly important in the case of precisely profiled bumpers of the F01 LCI and F02 LCI models.

The cover will work well both for post-accident repairs and for cosmetically replacing a missing element, without the need to interfere with the bumper structure.

Bumper zone expansion and additional resources

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

If you want to deepen your knowledge on selecting original components by OEM numbers and the principles of working with used parts, an article describing a practical approach to identifying elements and their operation may be helpful, available here: Audi five-cylinder engine – legend and selection of used OEM parts.