Genuine BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 1 Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate Black Sapphire - 475

Genuine BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 1 Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate Black Sapphire is an original body component from the Trunk lids and rear parts category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The paint in the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body finish, facilitating post-accident repairs or the replacement of a damaged trunk lid without the need for a full repaint. This is a solution for users expecting factory geometry, proper fitment, and the preservation of the original body lines of the BMW 7 Series E65/E66.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7138460-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7138460
• Substitutable numbers: 41627138460, 7138460
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW 7 Series E65/E66

The presented trunk lid has been designed specifically for the rear body section of the BMW 7 Series E65/E66 generation. This ensures the retention of the correct geometry, mounting points, and contours characteristic of this model, which translates into the proper operation of the lock, hinges, and seals after installation.

Thanks to a design consistent with BMW factory standards, the component allows for the maintenance of original gaps between body panels, which is important both from an aesthetic point of view and for the tightness of the trunk and proper water drainage.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The trunk lid is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, one of the popular shades used in the BMW 7 Series of this generation. For many body and paint projects, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of painting to minor touch-ups or shade correction, instead of fully painting the entire component.

Such a solution:

• shortens the body repair time,
• reduces the scope of interference with the vehicle's original paint,
• makes it easier to maintain a consistent look for the entire rear part of the car.

Operational and installation characteristics

As a component from the Trunk lids and rear parts category, the product is adapted for operation in the rear body zone, where structural rigidity, proper closing, and resistance to daily use are crucial. The trunk lid is prepared for installation in the factory location, using the original mounting points in the BMW bodywork.

The used nature of the part allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original build quality typical of BMW. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs, where both cost and compliance with factory body specifications are important.

Use in post-accident repairs

In the case of damage to the rear body section, replacing the complete trunk lid is often the most predictable and technically safe solution. An original BMW trunk lid in Black Sapphire Metallic allows for limiting the scope of bodywork to removing the damaged component and installing the functional part, while maintaining the proper structural rigidity of the vehicle's rear wall.

If you want to better plan your repair and compare the advantages of original components versus aftermarket replacements, the following article may be helpful: Post-accident repair – used body parts vs. aftermarket replacements, which discusses the practical differences between these solutions.

Expanding BMW rear body repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional trunk lids, rear panels, or tailgates for different body versions, check out the available parts in the BMW trunk lids and rear parts category.