BMW E88 Boot Trunk Lid Cabrio Tailgate Bootlid Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic - 381

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E88 Boot Trunk Lid Cabrio Tailgate Bootlid Le Mans Blau Blue Metallic is an original body component designed for the rear section of the vehicle, ideal for accident repairs or precise body restoration. Thanks to the factory paint in the Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 shade and a design tailored to the convertible version, this component allows you to maintain stylistic consistency and the correct geometry of the car's rear. This is a solution for users who expect reliable fitment and compliance with BMW factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7169509-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7169509
• Substitutable numbers: 41007169509, 7169509, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW E88 Cabrio

The presented boot lid is dedicated to the rear body section of the BMW 1 Series E88 Cabrio, ensuring proper alignment with the lines of the fenders, bumper, and tail lights. The component has been designed as a structural part of the rear body zone, responsible for the correct closing of the luggage compartment, tightness, and the stability of the panel edges.

By maintaining the original geometry, the lid provides a solid base for further body and paint work, minimizing the need for additional adjustments and corrections. This is particularly important for repairs where maintaining factory gaps and component alignment is crucial.

Le Mans Blau Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The factory Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 paint is a distinctive, dynamic shade of blue, often chosen for versions with a sportier character. Using a component already painted in this color can significantly reduce the scope of paint work, especially when the other body panels are in good condition.

In practice, this means the possibility of:

• maintaining visual consistency of the rear body section,
• reducing the scope of blending adjacent elements,
• shortening the vehicle's downtime at the workshop.

For many users, this is a beneficial solution that allows for combining functional repair with cost and lead time control.

Characteristics of the used component

The boot lid comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains the original structure and material characteristics intended by the manufacturer. Such components are often chosen for repairs where the priority is compliance with the factory design and the ability to mount it in place of a damaged panel without interfering with the body design.

A used body component also allows for a more sustainable approach to repair – both in economic and environmental terms, while maintaining the high quality of workmanship typical of the BMW brand.

Practical aspects of installation

The boot lid from this offer is designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, in place of the factory boot lid skin. The construction provided by the manufacturer allows for the use of original mounting points and compatibility with factory equipment elements, such as hinges or locks (if provided with the specific vehicle unit).

When replacing the boot lid, it is essential to maintain the correct alignment relative to the fenders, bumper, and lights, which is why installation in a specialized body shop is recommended. Proper gap setting and adjustment of the closing mechanism affect the comfort of use and the tightness of the rear body section.

BMW boot lids and rear components – selecting parts for comprehensive repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, rear panels, or complementary skins, check out the available parts in the BMW boot lids and rear components category.

How to effectively source used body components

For larger body repairs, it is worth considering purchasing several components in one place, which facilitates compatibility control and speeds up the service process. If you want to better plan your purchases and learn about the advantages of a One-Stop-Shop approach when selecting original used parts, check out the guide Comprehensive supply: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to source used car parts in one place?, which discusses the practical aspects of such purchases.