BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Left Trunk Lid Hinge Black Sapphire N/S 8240339

The BMW 7 E65 E66 E67 Rear Tailgate Hinge Left is an original body part from the Trunk Lids & Tailgates group, designed for precise guidance and support of the rear tailgate in 7 Series sedans. The hinge ensures stable tailgate operation, proper guidance during opening and closing, and maintains the factory body geometry, which is important for both user comfort and safety.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8240339-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8240339
• Substitutable numbers: 41627068529, 7068529, 41627175307, 7175307, 41627075101, 7075101, 41628240339, 8240339
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and Function of the Tailgate Hinge

The presented hinge is dedicated to the left rear tailgate on BMW 7 Series models of the E65, E66, and E67 generation. It is responsible for transferring the loads associated with the tailgate's weight, maintaining its correct axis, and ensuring smooth operation of the actuators. A correctly selected hinge limits stress on the panel, seals, and lock, which translates to quiet tailgate operation and even closing.

This part is particularly important in vehicles equipped with an elaborate trunk lid, where precise fitting affects sealing, absence of vibrations, and proper functioning of the electrical system routed within the hinge area.

Construction, Color, and Body Fitment

The hinge has been factory-prepared for installation in the 7 Series body, ensuring proper rigidity and resistance to operational loads. The design is intended for mounting on the left side of the vehicle, which facilitates unambiguous identification and eliminates the risk of errors when selecting parts.

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 allows for an aesthetic match with bodywork painted in this shade, reducing the need for additional painting work in the hinge area. This is particularly beneficial for collision repairs, where both correct geometry and visual consistency with the rest of the body are important.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Hinge

Using an original tailgate hinge on a BMW 7 Series offers a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining the factory body line and correct gaps between the tailgate and fenders,
• stable tailgate operation with repeated opening and closing,
• reducing the risk of squeaking, rubbing, and uneven closing,
• better cooperation with tailgate actuators and locks,
• easier adjustment after installation thanks to factory mounting points.

As a part from the Trunk Lids & Tailgates group, the hinge directly impacts the comfort of daily trunk use and the durability of adjacent body elements.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The offered hinge is from original BMW production and is a used part, making it an attractive solution for service repairs and post-accident reconstructions where compliance with factory construction is important. This type of part is suitable for replacing a damaged hinge after a collision, as well as for eliminating play or closing problems resulting from wear and tear.

Thanks to the preservation of original geometry and mounting points, installation in the E65, E66, or E67 body can be carried out predictably, with the possibility of precise adjustment of the tailgate's position relative to the body.

Expanding Rear Tailgate Repairs in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear tailgate area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as right-side hinges, mounts, or tailgate structural elements, check the available parts in the BMW Trunk Lids & Tailgates category.

For extensive bodywork and painting jobs or when restoring full body functionality, it is also worth considering appropriate vehicle lighting. A guide to headlights and accessories can be helpful in selecting lighting components. This guide is available in the article See More and Better – A Complete Guide to Selecting and Replacing Used LED and Xenon Headlights, which discusses practical aspects of choosing original BMW lighting elements.