BMW E92 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Rear Barberarot Barbera Red Metallic - A39

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E92 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Rear Barberarot Barbera Red Metallic - A39 is an original body component designed for the rear section of the 3 Series coupe. Thanks to its factory-standard construction, it ensures precise fitment to the body lines and visual consistency with other painted panels. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork adjustments, or restoring a vehicle to its factory condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7168515-BAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7168515
• Substitutable numbers: 41617168515, 7168515, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Barberarot Metallic - A39
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Technical specifications and intended use

The offered trunk lid belongs to the Boot lids and rear parts category and is dedicated to the rear body section of the BMW 3 Series E92. The component is designed as a structural part of the rear body wall, responsible for closing the luggage compartment and integrating with the hinges, lock, and license plate lighting system.

Its placement on the rear axle of the body guarantees compatibility with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the correct gap geometry between the lid, fenders, and bumper. The lid is a used part, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-quality ratio for body repairs.

Barberarot Metallic A39 color and paint aspects

The lid is finished in the original Barberarot Metallic A39 color, a distinctive metallic shade of red used by BMW. This paint gives the body a dynamic, expressive character and complements the E92 coupe lines well. In many cases, this allows for a reduction in the scope of paintwork – especially if the car has the same paint code and minor wear-related differences are acceptable.

For body shops and individual users, it is important that using a component in the same color can shorten repair time and simplify the shade matching process. In the event of a full body restoration, the lid provides a solid base for repainting in any paint system compatible with BMW.

Benefits of using an original BMW E92 trunk lid

Using an original trunk lid for the BMW E92 offers a number of practical advantages:

• factory fitment to the rear body structure,
• preservation of proper gap geometry and body lines,
• compatibility with original hinges, locks, and hardware,
• visual consistency with other body components in Barberarot Metallic A39,
• cost-effectiveness for post-accident repairs compared to new parts.

Thanks to these features, the BMW E92 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Rear Barberarot Barbera Red Metallic - A39 will perform well both in professional service centers and in workshops specializing in BMW body restoration, where installation repeatability and predictable component performance are key.

Selecting parts from the BMW Boot lids and rear parts category

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 covers, rear panels, or complementary lids, check out the available parts in the BMW Boot lids and rear parts category.

Practical installation and maintenance tips

Before installation, it is recommended to verify the mounting points, hinges, and lock for compatibility with the vehicle's current configuration. In the case of paintwork, it is worth keeping the Barberarot Metallic A39 paint code to facilitate material selection and achieve the most uniform color transitions on adjacent elements. A properly installed trunk lid affects the tightness of the luggage compartment and correct closing, which is important for both user comfort and protecting the interior from moisture.

Technical support and additional materials

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