Bonnet Hinge BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Right O/S Engine Hood Space Grey Metallic - A52

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Bonnet Hinge BMW X3 F25 X4 F26 Right O/S Engine Hood Space Grey Metallic - A52 is an original body component from the Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts category, designed for the right side of the engine bay. Finished in the factory Spacegrau Metallic - A52 color, it ensures a visually consistent fit to the bodywork and precise bonnet operation in BMW X3 F25 and X4 F26 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7262876-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7262876
• Substitutable numbers: 7262876, 41617262876, 7210730
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the bonnet hinge

The presented hinge is responsible for stable guidance and safe lifting of the bonnet on the right side of the vehicle. A correctly selected component ensures proper opening geometry, reduces stress on the paneling, and minimizes the risk of improper bonnet closing after bodywork or collision repairs.

Thanks to a design compliant with BMW factory standards, the hinge works with the original mounting points on the body and the bonnet itself, which facilitates gap adjustment and maintains the appropriate rigidity of the vehicle's entire front end.

Color and paint matching

The hinge is finished in Spacegrau Metallic - A52, which is important for repairs where maintaining visual consistency of the elements visible after opening the bonnet is desired. This shade is characteristic of many BMW X3 F25 and X4 F26 units, thereby reducing the need for additional paint work in the mounting area.

Selecting a component in the correct color helps minimize visual differences between the newly installed hinge and other engine bay components, which is significant both for aesthetics and when reselling the vehicle.

Technical specifications and installation

The bonnet hinge has been designed specifically for use on the right side of the vehicle, meaning it is matched to the body geometry and bonnet opening kinematics of the BMW X3 F25 and X4 F26. The design provides for compatibility with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation in service and workshop conditions.

The element comes from dismantling, which allows for maintaining the manufacturer's original specification while reducing repair costs. In practice, this means the possibility of restoring proper bonnet operation without the need to use replacements with uncertain parameters.

Application in BMW body repairs

This bonnet hinge will work particularly well for repairs after frontal or side collisions, where the bonnet opening mechanism on the right side is damaged. Replacing it with an original element from the same group allows for:

• restoring proper bonnet guidance during opening and closing,
• achieving a stable bonnet position relative to the fenders and bumper,
• reducing the risk of re-adjustment issues after a short period of use.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory hinge design, the service has the ability to precisely adjust the bonnet along the vehicle's axis, which affects the final repair result and the comfort of using the car.

Benefits of choosing an original used component

Choosing an original, used bonnet hinge for a BMW is a reasonable compromise between cost and quality. This type of component allows you to maintain factory body fitment standards while significantly reducing expenses compared to new parts. This solution is particularly attractive for comprehensive front-end repairs where the number of replaced elements is higher.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bonnet area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, lock mechanisms, or mounting brackets, check the available parts in the Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts for BMW category.

Expert support and knowledge about used parts

When selecting used body elements, such as bonnet hinges, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge regarding the quality and cost-effectiveness of such solutions. Practical tips on servicing premium cars using parts from dismantling can be found in the article "Luxury within reach – how to service a Porsche legend using proven used parts", which shows how to effectively combine safety with cost optimization.

Additionally, if you are interested in the broader context of using body parts from dismantling in brands such as BMW, it is worth reading the guide "Replacing body parts with used ones – can bodywork parts from dismantling look like new?", where practical aspects of selecting and installing used body components are discussed.