BMW F20 F21 F22 Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Glacier Silber Metallic - A83

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

BMW F20 F21 F22 Hood Bonnet Cover Panel Glacier Silber Metallic - A83 is an original engine cover panel designed for installation on the front of the vehicle body. The Glacier Silber Metallic colored component allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged hood, maintaining stylistic consistency with the factory BMW paint. It is a practical solution for users who expect solid construction and precise fitment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7290942-GSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7290942
• Substitutable numbers: 41007290942, 7290942, 41617284517, 7284517
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Glacier Silber Metallic - A83
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and compatibility with the BMW F-series

The presented hood belongs to the Hoods category and has been designed for BMW F-series models with F20, F21, and F22 body styles. The panel structure is prepared for installation on the front of the vehicle, allowing for the direct replacement of a damaged engine compartment cover without the need for body geometry intervention. Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, the hood works with the original hinges, latch, and front-end components, which facilitates the correct alignment of gaps and body lines.

Glacier Silber Metallic A83 color – visual consistency of the body

The Glacier Silber Metallic A83 color is a popular, elegant shade of silver paint used by BMW, which highlights the body lines well and masks minor operational dirt. Using a hood in the same paint code often allows for reducing the scope of paintwork, which translates into savings in time and repair costs. At the same time, the visual consistency of the vehicle's front is maintained, which is important both aesthetically and for the potential future resale of the car.

Characteristics of the used component

The hood is a used component, which means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear and tear. This type of component is an attractive alternative to new parts, especially for post-accident repairs where a reasonable cost is important while maintaining the original construction. A used OEM hood allows for maintaining factory fitment and the characteristic front line of the BMW, while limiting expenses compared to a new panel from an authorized network.

Benefits of using an original BMW hood

Using an original BMW hood from the Hoods category provides a number of practical benefits:

• factory panel geometry conducive to the correct alignment of gaps and body lines,
• compatibility with factory mounting points and front-end equipment,
• visual consistency thanks to the match of the Glacier Silber Metallic A83 color with the body paint,
• a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original construction quality.

For many users, choosing such a component is a way to perform a technically correct repair of the vehicle's front while maintaining the characteristic look of the BMW F20, F21, and F22 models.

BMW Hoods – expansion and modernization of the front zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or reinforcements, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

Safety of choosing used OEM parts

When selecting a used hood, it is worth paying attention to the origin of the component and its compatibility with the specific vehicle model. Original OEM components are designed to maintain the appropriate rigidity of the front body section and proper cooperation with other structural elements. Thanks to this, a repair using such a hood allows for maintaining the proper performance and aesthetic parameters of the car.

If you want to better understand why used original body parts are often an optimal solution in terms of quality and cost, it is worth reading the material: Quality assurance and OEM safety – why are used original car parts the best choice for your car?