BMW F13 M Sport Front Bumper Cover Towing Eye Flap Carbon Black - 416 8050316

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F13 M Sport Front Bumper Cover Towing Eye Flap Carbon Black is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. The flap provides an aesthetic cover for the towing eye opening, protecting the bumper structure while maintaining the consistent look of the M Sport package. The paint in the Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 shade allows for seamless integration with the factory body finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8052710-CAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8052710
• Substitutable numbers: 8052710, 51118052710, 8050316, 51118050316
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The presented towing eye flap is dedicated to the front bumper of BMW models with the M package, where it serves to cover the towing socket. Thanks to precisely shaped clips and an appropriate profile, it works with the bumper structure, ensuring a stable fit without play or unwanted vibrations while driving.

The element serves both a protective and visual function – it limits the ingress of dirt into the towing eye area and restores the continuity of the bumper line, which is important for maintaining the characteristic look of the M Sport version.

Color and paint matching

The flap is finished in Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416, which allows for a consistent match with factory-painted bumpers in this shade. The metallic structure of the paint ensures proper color depth and light reflection, so that after correct installation, the transition between the flap and the rest of the bumper is visually minimized.

In the case of renovation or repair of the vehicle's front, using an originally painted flap makes it easier to maintain a uniform body appearance without the need for additional color matching during the assembly stage.

Installation characteristics

The flap is designed for installation in the front of the vehicle, in the location factory-provided for the towing eye socket cover. The design of the component allows for seating in the existing bumper mounting points, which, with the correct model selection, allows for installation without interfering with the body structure.

The properly selected shape of the edges and outer surface supports the maintenance of the bumper's proper aerodynamics and reduces the risk of air noise in the area of the towing eye opening.

Condition and service application

The item comes from the secondary market, making it a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged flap, or completing missing details in the front bumper area. Using an original part allows you to maintain factory fitment and compliance with the M package styling line, which is important both from an aesthetic point of view and for the vehicle's value.

Integration with other BMW bumper components

When working on the front bumper, it is worth considering a simultaneous verification of other covers and inserts in this area. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, inserts, or grilles, check the available parts in the BMW bumper inserts and covers category.

Support with selection and tuning inspiration

For projects involving broader car personalization – combining the M package with interior modifications, changing seats, or the steering wheel – practical examples of implementations can be helpful. Additional inspiration regarding the use of used equipment components can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which shows how to effectively combine secondary market parts into a coherent vehicle modernization project.