BMW E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper Quarzblau Quartz Blue A18 7117623

BMW E87 Flap Towing Eye Front Bumper Quarzblau Quartz Blue A18 in Quarzblau Metallic - A18 is a precision-fit body component that restores the cohesive look of the front bumper. It is a practical solution for BMW users who want to aesthetically cover the towing eye opening and maintain the vehicle's factory front lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7117623-QB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7117623
• Substitutable numbers: 51127117623, 7117623, 51120033977, 0033977
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Quarzblau Metallic - A18
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The towing eye flap is mounted in the front part of the bumper, in the location designated by the manufacturer for access to the towing point. Its task is to protect the opening from dirt and maintain the continuity of the bumper surface, which is important for both visual and functional reasons.

The component has been designed specifically for the BMW E87 series, ensuring a proper fit with the factory bumper without the need for modifications or adjustments.

Color and paint matching

The flap is in the Quarzblau Metallic - A18 shade, which allows for a consistent match with bodywork in the same paint code. For BMW E87 owners in this color, this means the ability to maintain a uniform bumper surface without visible tonal differences after proper installation.

The metallic paint fits well with the BMW styling line, and the correctly selected shade facilitates the integration of the component with the remaining body panels.

Installation characteristics

The flap is intended for installation in the front bumper, in the place of the factory towing eye opening. The design is based on the original BMW solution, which promotes stable seating and reduces the risk of looseness during operation.

The component comes from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, which is why it is designed to work correctly with the bumper's geometry and its supporting structure.

Condition and origin

The flap is a used part, which means it comes from a dismantled BMW vehicle. Such components are often chosen for post-accident or cosmetic repairs when the goal is to maintain the original geometry and character of the body without having to resort to replacements.

For many BMW E87 users, this is a practical way to replace a missing bumper component and restore the consistent look of the car's front end.

Repair expansion within the bumper area

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

If you are interested in a broader improvement of comfort and ergonomics in the car, and not just supplementing body elements, it is also worth considering interior modernization – you will find more inspiration in the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve the comfort and value of the car.