BMW E81 E87 LCI Front Bumper Flap Trim Cover Towing Eye Montego Blue A51 716658

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW E81 E87 LCI Front Bumper Flap Trim Cover Towing Eye in Montego Blue Metallic A51 is an original body component designed for installation in the front bumper area. This used trim cover allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct way to fill the opening in the bumper, restoring the consistent look of the front end of your facelifted BMW 1 Series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7166581-MTB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7166581
• Substitutable numbers: 51117166581, 7166581, 51110035367, 0035367
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The presented trim cover is part of the Bumper Inserts and Covers group, designed to operate in the front body zone. Its task is to cover the appropriate opening in the bumper, which:

• limits the ingress of contaminants into the bumper structure,
• stabilizes the edges of the opening, improving the fitment of adjacent components,
• maintains the factory line of the vehicle's front end.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific facelifted BMW 1 Series generation, the trim cover works in harmony with the bumper geometry, facilitating installation and ensuring predictable performance during use.

Color and visual fitment

The Montego Blue Metallic - A51 color is a distinctive metallic shade of blue used by BMW at the factory. Using a component in this color allows for:

• maintaining paint consistency on the front bumper,
• reducing the need for additional painting when matching a vehicle in the same shade,
• aesthetically replacing a missing or damaged trim cover without interfering with the bumper structure.

For vehicles in a different color, the component can serve as a base for repainting, which is a practical solution for bodywork and paint repairs.

Installation characteristics

The trim cover is designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle, in a properly prepared bumper slot. The design of the component allows for:

• seating in factory mounting points,
• maintaining the correct geometry of the bumper edges,
• easy removal if further service work is required.

The used nature of the part makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Condition and use in repairs

The used front bumper trim cover is particularly suitable for:

• post-accident repairs, when it is necessary to replace a missing component,
• restoring the completeness of the bumper after previous modifications,
• servicing fleet vehicles, where quick availability and compliance with factory design are essential.

Its original BMW origin promotes compatibility with other body components, which is important for both aesthetics and proper installation.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper area on your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, inserts, or additional trim pieces, check out the available parts in the BMW Bumper Inserts and Covers category.

To better plan service work and reduce vehicle downtime at the workshop, it is worth learning practical tips on using a wide range of used parts – more information can be found in the article No more weeks of waiting – how a wide range of parts in one warehouse really shortens your car's downtime at the mechanic?.