BMW 3 Series E46 Left Engine Hood Hinge Bonnet N/S Mysticblau Metallic

BMW 3 Series E46 Left Engine Hood Hinge Bonnet N/S Mysticblau Metallic is an original body component designed for precise guidance and stable support of the engine hood on the driver's side. Thanks to its factory finish in the Mysticblau Metallic – A07 shade, it allows for an aesthetic replacement of a damaged hinge without the need for additional painting, which speeds up repairs and reduces costs. It is a practical solution for both accident repairs and technical restoration of the 3 Series E46 bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7028577-MYS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7028577
• Substitutable numbers: 41617028577, 7028577, 41618240553, 8240553, PK
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Mysticblau Metallic - A07
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function in the BMW 3 E46 body

The presented hinge is a component of the engine hood support system on the left side of the vehicle. It is responsible for:

• guiding the hood along the correct trajectory during opening and closing,
• maintaining proper gaps and contact lines with the fenders and bumper,
• stable positioning of the engine hood relative to the latch and other front-end components.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the hinge ensures proper hood fitment, which is important for both operational safety and maintaining the original lines of the BMW 3 Series E46 body.

Mysticblau Metallic – A07 color and visual matching

The component is finished in the original Mysticblau Metallic – A07 paint, characteristic of many BMW 3 E46 units. In practice, this means:

• the possibility of installation without the need for immediate painting,
• color consistency with the hood and adjacent elements in the same shade,
• reducing the risk of shade differences typical when repainting individual parts.

For users who care about maintaining the original appearance of the body, this is a technically convenient and visually beneficial solution.

Installation characteristics and application

The hinge is designed for installation on the left side of the engine bay in the BMW 3 Series E46. The construction based on factory mounting points allows for:

• direct replacement of a damaged hinge without structural modifications,
• precise adjustment of the hood position within the range provided by the manufacturer,
• maintaining the original rigidity of the connection between the hood and the body.

The product belongs to the Hoods group, which means it has been designed specifically to work with the engine hood, and its geometry and mounting points are consistent with BMW's factory specifications.

Condition, origin, and benefits of using a used part

The offered hood hinge is a used part, sourced from an original BMW vehicle. Choosing this solution allows you to:

• preserve factory quality of material and construction,
• maintain high dimensional compatibility with other body components,
• optimize repair costs while maintaining appropriate performance parameters.

For body shops and individual users, this means a technically safe and economical alternative to new non-original replacements.

Expanding repairs within the front part of the BMW body

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as complete hoods, reinforcements, or additional brackets, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

For drivers interested in all-wheel-drive technology and selecting appropriate drivetrain components for extensive upgrade projects, an article comparing AWD solutions from different brands may be useful – you can find a detailed discussion in the material xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems.