BMW E60 E61 Front Right O/S Door Hinge Lower Titansilber Silver – 354

Description

BMW E60 E61 Front Right O/S Door Hinge Lower Titansilber Silver is an original body component designed for the front right door of BMW 5 Series E60 and E61 models. Finished in the factory Titansilber Metallic – 354 color, it ensures visual consistency of the bodywork and proper door geometry. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a worn-out hinge, or correcting door alignment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7176850-TS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7068078
• Substitutable numbers: 7068078, 41517176850, 7176850, 41517132760, 7132760, 41517111398, 7111398, 41117174432, 7174432
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Titansilber Metallic – 354
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the door hinge

The presented hinge is dedicated to installation in the front right door of the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 generation. It is responsible for the stable operation of the door, correct opening and closing, and maintaining the proper position relative to the fender and sill. Using an original BMW design helps maintain factory assembly clearances, which reduces the risk of the door edges rubbing against the body and improves user comfort.

Titansilber Metallic color – body matching

The hinge is finished in Titansilber Metallic – 354, making it a perfect match for bodywork painted in this shade. In body and paint repairs, this allows for a reduction in the scope of additional painting, and in many cases, facilitates quick replacement without interfering with the paint coating. This is particularly important for precise visual matching in vehicles where maintaining the original appearance is a priority.

Benefits of using an original BMW hinge

Using an original door hinge in a BMW E60/E61 ensures:

• preservation of factory door opening and closing geometry,
• better alignment of door edges with the fender and pillar,
• reduction of body stress resulting from improper door positioning,
• easier adjustment of the door position during installation.

As a result, replacing a worn or damaged hinge translates into improved vehicle comfort, reduction of rattles and play, and more secure door closing.

Condition and use in body repairs

The item comes from disassembly, which in practice means it is a used, original BMW component, checked for installation suitability. This type of part is particularly valued in repairs where factory build quality and compatibility with original mounting points are essential. The hinge will work well both for local post-collision repairs and for gradual body restoration in older 5 Series models.

Support with selection and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as locks, mounts, or brackets, check the available parts in the BMW Tailgates and Rear Parts category.

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