BMW E90 Trunk Lid Tailgate Rear Bootlid Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E90 Trunk Lid Tailgate Rear Bootlid Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 is an original body component from the Trunk lids and rear parts category, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. Finished in the factory color Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22, it allows for a visually consistent replacement of a damaged trunk lid without the need to change the car's styling concept. This is a solution for users expecting a proper fit and the preservation of the factory BMW character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7151491-SG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7151491
• Substitutable numbers: 41627151491, 7151491, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the BMW E90 trunk lid

The presented trunk lid is a body component dedicated to installation at the rear of the BMW 3 Series E90. It is responsible for properly closing the luggage compartment, sealing the rear of the body, and providing stable mounting for accessories such as the lock, hinges, or license plate lighting (depending on the vehicle configuration). The OEM construction ensures correct geometry, which facilitates the alignment of gaps and fitting with the fenders and rear bumper.

Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 color and paint aspects

The factory color Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22 is a distinctive BMW metallic graphite paint, often chosen for versions with a more understated, elegant look. Using a trunk lid in this shade allows for reducing the scope of paint work when replacing a damaged element, especially when the vehicle's body has the same paint code. In many cases, only correction or polishing is sufficient, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

Condition, material, and benefits of using OEM parts

The trunk lid comes from disassembly and is offered as a used original BMW part. In practice, this means maintaining the factory construction, proper mounting points, and compatibility with standard body components. Compared to aftermarket replacements, the OEM part better maintains the body line, which translates into even gaps and proper seal adhesion.

It is worth paying attention to aspects such as:

• factory geometry and fitment to the BMW E90 body,
• adaptation to standard hinges and trunk lock,
• possibility of using existing equipment from the vehicle (depending on configuration).

Placement on the vehicle and assembly aspects

The component is intended for installation at the rear of the vehicle, in the trunk lid area. Thanks to the preservation of the original BMW body construction, assembly is based on factory mounting points, which facilitates the work of a body and paint shop. A properly selected trunk lid minimizes the risk of problems with closing, leaks, or incorrect lock adjustment.

BMW trunk lids and rear parts – expansion and modernization

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

Additional information for BMW users

For BMW vehicle owners who are considering a broader modernization of the car – both in terms of bodywork and mechanical components – the material describing the differences between standard components and the sports line may be helpful. You can find more on this topic in the article BMW M Performance: what is the difference between BMW M components and standard ones?, which discusses, among other things, the use of used elements in conscious modifications.