BMW 1 E81 E87 Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Karmesinrot Crimson Red - A61

BMW 1 E81 E87 Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Karmesinrot Crimson Red - A61 is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures precise fitment to the body lines and maintains color consistency with the Karmesinrot – A61 paint. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork and paint corrections, or restoring the car to a factory-like condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7133898-KAR1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7133898
• Substitutable numbers: 41627133898, 7133898, 41624391291, 4391291, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and compatibility

The offered trunk lid is dedicated to BMW 1 Series E81/E87 generation models, mounted on the rear of the body. The construction, based on the manufacturer's original design, allows for maintaining proper gap geometry, correct fitment to the fenders and bumper, and proper operation with the lock and hinges intended for this generation.

The component has been designed as an integral part of the rear body structure, which facilitates installation in place of a damaged lid without the need for structural modifications. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where maintaining factory mounting points and the proper operation of closing mechanisms is essential.

Color and paint matching

The lid is finished in the original Karmesinrot – A61 color, characteristic of the BMW palette. Using the factory shade allows in many cases to limit the scope of paint work to a minimum, which translates into savings in time and repair costs. For cars with the same paint code, it is possible to achieve a visually consistent effect without the need for full repainting of the component.

With proper surface preparation and potential shade matching by a painter, the trunk lid in this color provides a solid base for restoring the aesthetics of the rear of the vehicle, without the risk of significant color tone differences.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered trunk lid comes from dismantling, which means it is an original BMW component from real-world use. Such components are often chosen for repairs of older models because they ensure structural compatibility with the factory body and natural fitment to other body parts. The used nature of the part also helps to optimize repair costs compared to new components.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition, mounting points, and prepare the component in accordance with body and paint procedures used in professional service centers.

Application in body repairs

The trunk lid for the BMW 1 Series E81/E87 is a key component for:

• post-accident repairs of the rear of the vehicle,
• replacing a corroded or mechanically damaged lid,
• restoring the original appearance of the car after unprofessional repairs,
• restoration projects where maintaining factory body geometry is important.

Thanks to the preservation of the original construction, it is possible to correctly set gaps, fit seals, and ensure cooperation with factory equipment elements of the rear of the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional lids, panels, or rear sections, check out the available parts in the BMW Trunk Lids and Tailgates category.

Why choose a part from dismantling

In the case of older BMW generations, such as the E81/E87, original body components are sometimes difficult to obtain in authorized networks. Using a used trunk lid allows you to keep the vehicle in operation on a reasonable budget while maintaining compliance with factory specifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where the cost-to-quality ratio is important.

If you want to better understand how to effectively use components from dismantling when servicing older cars, it is worth reading the guide: No parts at the dealership? How to deal with repairing older models using parts from dismantling.