BMW F31 Boot Trunk Lid Touring Tailgate Panel Schwarz 2 Black - 668

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F31 Boot Trunk Lid Touring Tailgate Panel Schwarz 2 - 668 is an original body component from the Boot lids and rear panels group, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Schwarz 2 - 668 color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of a damaged tailgate without the need for structural body modifications. This used OEM component ensures a proper fit to the bodywork and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7314180-SCH1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7314180
• Substitutable numbers: 41007314180, 7314180
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the BMW F31 tailgate

The presented tailgate is dedicated to the rear body section of the BMW 3 Series F31 Touring model. The component is responsible for tightly sealing the cargo area, maintaining correct body lines, and providing stable mounting for rear equipment such as lighting, interior trim, or locking mechanisms. By maintaining factory geometry, the tailgate works seamlessly with original hinges, actuators, and locks, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment.

Schwarz 2 - 668 color and visual fit

The Schwarz 2 - 668 finish allows for an aesthetic replacement of the component in vehicles painted in the same shade. For many users, this means the possibility of limiting or completely eliminating paint work, provided they accept the natural signs of use on a pre-owned part. The uniform, factory color also makes it easier to match the tailgate with other body panels and maintain a consistent appearance of the entire rear of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The tailgate comes from disassembly and is offered as a used original BMW part. Such components are valued for their factory-perfect fit with the body, compliance with the production line, and preservation of the design intended by the manufacturer. A used tailgate is a good solution for post-accident repairs when the priority is to restore the correct geometry of the rear body section at a reasonable cost.

Benefits of using an original tailgate

Using an original tailgate in a BMW F31 translates into several significant advantages:

• factory fit to the rear body section without the need for structural modifications,
• preservation of the correct body lines and panel gaps,
• compatibility with original rear equipment mounting points,
• possibility of reducing paint work due to color matching.

Application in body repairs and vehicle restoration

The BMW F31 tailgate in Schwarz 2 - 668 is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for more extensive rear body repairs. It can be used in the process of straightening the rear structure, restoring cargo area sealing, and recreating the factory look of the vehicle after a collision. For body and paint shops, it serves as a practical base for further finishing work.

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, panels, or other rear closing elements, check the available parts in the BMW Boot lids and rear panels category.

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