Land Rover Discovery L550 Bonnet Hood Hinge Left N/S Narvik Black - JBC1807

Land Rover Discovery L550 Bonnet Hood Hinge Left N/S Narvik Black is an original component from the Bonnet hinges, locks and other bonnet parts group, designed for precise guidance and stable support of the bonnet in the Discovery L550 body. Finished in the factory Narvik Black - JBC1807 color, it allows for maintaining visual consistency with other body elements and facilitates a technically correct repair of the vehicle's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: FK52-16801-AE-NAR
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: FK52-16801-AE
• Substitutable numbers: FK52-16801-AE, FK5216801AE
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Bonnet Hinge
• Color: Narvik Black - JBC1807
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and technical function

The presented bonnet hinge has been designed specifically for use on the left side of the Land Rover Discovery L550 body. It is responsible for the controlled opening and closing of the bonnet, its correct guidance along the operating path, and stable retention in the resting position. Thanks to the factory geometry of the mounts and the hinge arms, it is possible to maintain the proper gaps between the bonnet and the fenders and bumper, which is important for both aesthetics and operational safety.

Narvik Black color scheme – visual matching

The Narvik Black - JBC1807 finish ensures consistency with the original Land Rover paint palette, which is essential for body repairs in premium class vehicles. Using a hinge in the same shade reduces the need for additional paint work in the bonnet mounting area and allows for maintaining a uniform appearance of the engine compartment and the bonnet edges when opened.

Original origin and fitment for Land Rover

As a Land Rover brand component, the bonnet hinge is structurally matched to the factory mounting points in the Discovery L550. This means maintaining the proper rigidity of the connection, the appropriate bonnet opening angle, and compatibility with standard locks and support springs. The original origin also helps maintain predictable bonnet behavior during daily use and engine compartment service work.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered hinge comes from dismantling, which allows for maintaining the factory material and structural specifications used by the vehicle manufacturer. A used element of this type is particularly attractive for repairs of older Discovery L550 units, where it is crucial to combine proper fitment, reasonable costs, and the preservation of original build quality. In practice, this means the possibility of restoring the correct operation of the bonnet without having to resort to unreliable replacements.

Why it is worth choosing a factory bonnet hinge

Using an original bonnet hinge on the left side of the body translates into several significant benefits:

• maintaining the factory geometry of opening and closing the bonnet,
• color consistency thanks to the Narvik Black finish,
• compatibility with standard locks and other mounting elements,
• reducing the risk of problems with the bonnet not closing properly or rubbing against adjacent panels. For users who value technically correct repairs and maintaining the original character of the vehicle, such a choice is a practical and predictable solution in the long term. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine bonnet area in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or brackets, check the available parts in the Land Rover bonnet hinges, locks and other bonnet parts category. When choosing a used body component for a premium class car, it is worth considering the specifics of older models and the differences between replacements and factory parts – this is discussed in more detail in the article The myth of the perfect new part: why is a used factory part the only reasonable choice for older cars?, which helps in making an informed purchasing decision.