Description
Visual condition of the part
Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.
The BMW F07 Front Hood in Spacegrau Metallic A52 is an original engine cover panel designed for front body mounting. This component ensures the correct geometry of the car’s front end, maintaining the factory styling lines and the characteristic look of BMW F07 series models. Thanks to its original construction, the hood works well with factory hinges, latches, and seals, facilitating installation and subsequent adjustment.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 7227768-SCG
- Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 7227768
- Substitutable numbers: 7227768, 41617227768
- Location on the vehicle: Front
- Color: Spacegrau Metallic – A52
- Category: Bonnet Panels
Purpose and Function of the BMW F07 Hood
The presented hood belongs to the Hoods category and is dedicated to the BMW F07 body, where it plays a key role in protecting the engine compartment and shaping the vehicle’s front aerodynamics. Its placement on the vehicle is at the front, meaning the element works in conjunction with the grille, headlights, and bumper, creating a cohesive, rigid support system for the front part of the body.
The original construction ensures:
- proper airflow over the engine compartment,
- stable support for seals and sound insulation,
- precise fit with fenders and other body panels.
Color and Finish – Spacegrau Metallic A52
The hood is factory finished in Spacegrau Metallic – A52, characteristic of many BMW F07 configurations. This shade of metallic grey pairs well with chrome and black body accents, making the part suitable for use both as a replacement part after a repair and for car refresh projects.
The metallic paint coating ensures:
- color consistency with the original BMW palette,
- an aesthetic, understated look for the body,
- the possibility of limiting the scope of painting with proper shade matching.
Technical Characteristics and Installation
As an original BMW part, the hood has been designed to maintain factory mounting points and proper panel rigidity. This simplifies bodywork and painting tasks, as it does not require edge adjustments or structural modifications. The product is used, which in practice means that before installation, a standard surface inspection and preparation for further service or painting work according to the specific vehicle’s requirements is advisable.
The element is intended for installation in the front part of the body, where it works with the factory closing and securing system for the engine cover. By maintaining the original geometry, it is possible to achieve even gaps between the hood and adjacent panels, which contributes to aesthetics and reduces unwanted air noise during driving.
Application in Service and Body Repairs
The BMW F07 Front Hood in Spacegrau Metallic A52 is ideal for professional body shops and individual owners who expect compliance with factory specifications. Its original origin facilitates part identification by OEM numbers and interchangeable numbers, which is important when selecting components in catalog systems and service software.
In practice, such a body panel allows:
- restoring the correct front-end line of the vehicle after a collision,
- maintaining the factory styling character of the BMW F07,
- minimizing the risk of problems with the fit of adjacent elements.
BMW Hoods – Selecting Related Parts
If, during body repairs, you also need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or lids from this manufacturer, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.
For those interested in the broader context of using original, used components in premium cars, it is worth reading the article describing how appropriately selected body and equipment parts help preserve the brand’s character – more information can be found in the material Audi and pure emotion – how used parts support the brand’s DNA.
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