BMW 1 Series E60 LCI Rear Bumper Flap Towing Eye Spacegrau 7178175

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW 1 Series E60 LCI Rear Bumper Flap Towing Eye Spacegrau is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. The flap provides an aesthetic cover for the towing eye opening, maintaining a consistent bumper appearance and proper body aerodynamics. Thanks to its factory Spacegrau Metallic - A52 color, it perfectly matches the styling line of the facelifted (LCI) BMW 5 Series models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0422362-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7178175
• Substitutable numbers: 51120422362, 0422362, 7178175
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The presented flap is dedicated to the rear body section, in the area of the towing eye mount. Its task is to cover the opening in the bumper when the towing eye is not in use, which limits the ingress of dirt and improves the visual consistency of the vehicle's rear. The design, based on the original BMW project, guarantees a proper fit to the bumper shape and stable retention in the mounting socket.

Color and visual fit

The flap is finished in the Spacegrau Metallic - A52 shade, used factory-standard in the 5 Series E60 LCI. Thanks to this, the component harmoniously blends with the body's paint line without the need for additional color matching. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged flap, where maintaining a uniform look of the rear bumper without interfering with other painted elements is a priority.

Technical characteristics and installation

The flap has been designed for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, in the location provided by the manufacturer for the towing eye socket cover. The original geometry of the mounts allows for precise seating in the bumper, without the need for modifications or adjustments. The component works with the factory bumper structure, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of looseness or improper fitment.

Product condition and advantages of using a used part

The offered flap comes from the secondary market, which allows for combining a favorable purchase cost with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing a used part from the Bumpers and reinforcements group is particularly rational for body repairs, where matching the shape, mounts, and color to a specific model version is key. The original element ensures proper bumper fitment while allowing for cost savings compared to new replacements.

Comprehensive service for the BMW bumper zone

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 reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

A safe choice for recycled parts

When selecting body elements and structural components, it is worth consciously using the used parts market, especially when you want to maintain original quality and geometry. To better understand how to optimally combine safety with the reduction of service costs, read the article Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce repair costs of the braking system by choosing proven recycled parts, which discusses a practical approach to selecting verified components from the secondary market.