BMW 1 Series E87 E87N Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Le Mans Blau Blue 7060691

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW 1 Series E87 E87N Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Le Mans Blau Blue is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory paint in the Le Mans Blau Metallic shade, it ensures a consistent body appearance and an aesthetic finish for the fuel filler area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7060691-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7060691
• Substitutable numbers: 51177060691, 7060691
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the fuel filler flap

The presented flap is dedicated to the BMW 1 Series E87 and is mounted in the rear part of the body, in the fuel filler area. It is responsible for covering the fuel cap and filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage, while maintaining the styling line of the bodywork.

As an item from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories category, it supports the proper operation of the fuel system by reducing the risk of dirt entering the filler area and facilitating daily vehicle maintenance.

Color and matching of Le Mans Blau Metallic paint

The flap is factory-painted in Le Mans Blau Metallic, a color characteristic of many sporty BMW configurations. The metallic shade ensures consistency with the original body paint, which allows for the replacement of the component without the need for additional painting, provided that the other panels of the vehicle are in the same color.

Such color matching is particularly important for post-accident repairs and spot body restoration, where maintaining a uniform paint surface and reducing the costs of additional body and paint work is essential.

Installation and functional characteristics

The fuel filler flap for the BMW 1 Series E87 is structurally prepared for installation in the rear part of the body, in the factory mounting location. It allows for maintaining the correct geometry of the filler opening, cooperation with the original opening mechanism, and proper fitment with the fender line.

• Adapted for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle.
• Compatibility with the factory flap opening mechanism.
• Maintaining an aesthetic transition between the flap and the body panel.

By maintaining the original geometry of the component, it is possible to achieve proper closing of the flap, which affects both the appearance and the protection of the fuel filler area.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical body repair while maintaining the original origin of the component. Choosing such a solution is particularly beneficial when you want to preserve the factory paint and match existing body panels.

A used BMW 1 Series E87 fuel filler flap can be a good choice for:

• local repairs after minor collisions or scratches,
• replacing a missing body component,
• reducing repair costs while maintaining the original vehicle specification.

Integration with the fuel system and technical knowledge

Although the fuel filler flap is a body component, its proper operation is important for protecting the filler area and indirectly for the operation of the fuel system. To better understand the relationships between body elements and engine supply components, it is worth reading the educational material on fuel system diagnostics and maintenance – you can find it in the article Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional flaps, covers, or accessory protection elements, check the available parts in the BMW fuel filler flaps and accessories category.

Summary

BMW 1 Series E87 E87N Fuel Filler Fill In Flap Cover Le Mans Blau Blue is a practical solution for users looking for an original, painted body component in a characteristic metallic color. It allows for restoring the aesthetics of the rear part of the vehicle, provides protection for the fuel filler area, and enables a technically correct, economical repair in accordance with the factory BMW specification.