BMW F20 F21 Towing Eye Hook Rear Bumper Cover Cap Black Sapphire - 475 7301463

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW F20 F21 Towing Eye Hook Rear Bumper Cover Cap Black Sapphire - 475 in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. Designed as a factory-spec addition to the rear bumper, the cover restores the consistent look of the bodywork and protects the towing eye socket from dirt and external factors. Using an OEM component allows for a technically correct repair without interfering with the bumper structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038888-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038888
• Substitutable numbers: 51120038888, 0038888, 7301463, 51127301463
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and technical function

The cover is a component mounted in the rear part of the bumper, at the towing eye outlet. Its function is to:

• cover the technical opening in the bumper,
• limit the ingress of dirt, moisture, and road salt into the structure,
• maintain a uniform visual line of the rear body panel.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific 1 Series generation, the component maintains the correct geometry, which facilitates installation and ensures stable retention in the bumper socket.

Color and visual fitment

The cover is finished in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade, which allows for aesthetic integration with body paint of the same color. The metallic coating ensures consistency with the factory bumper finish, minimizing visual differences after repair or replacement of the component.

In the case of vehicles with a different paint color, the component can serve as a base for repainting, while maintaining the correct structure and shape of the original part.

Installation characteristics

The cover belongs to the Bumper inserts and covers group, which means it was designed as a component complementing the existing bumper, without the need for modification. The design provides for installation at factory mounting points, which facilitates service and shortens repair time.

With proper selection for the vehicle model, it is possible to achieve stable seating of the component, without play or deformation, which is important for both durability and the appearance of the rear body section.

Condition and service application

The item is in used condition, making it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the features of an original BMW part. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• post-accident repairs of the rear bumper,
• replacing missing elements after towing hook removal,
• restoring the visual completeness of the vehicle after previous modifications.

The original BMW origin promotes maintaining proper fitment with other body elements and compatibility with the bumper structure.

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

Support for selection and equipment expansion

When selecting body components, it is worth paying attention to the model generation compatibility, placement on the vehicle, and paint color to avoid installation problems and visual differences. If you are planning broader modifications or refreshing the vehicle, practical guides on using aftermarket parts may also be helpful – more information can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which discusses the approach to used components in an organized and technical manner.