BMW 3 Series E46 Touring Rear Boot Trunk Emblem Badge Logo Plaque 8240128

BMW 3 Series E46 Touring Rear Boot Trunk Emblem Badge Logo Plaque is an original component from the Emblems and Ornaments group, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle body. It ensures a consistent, factory-original look for the tailgate, restoring the car's aesthetics after bodywork, paint repairs, or trunk lid replacement. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the original BMW style.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8240128
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8240128
• Substitutable numbers: 51148240128, 8240128, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Emblems & Ornaments

Purpose and function of the emblem

The presented emblem has been designed specifically for the rear body section of the BMW 3 Series E46 Touring version. Its placement on the vehicle in the trunk lid area allows for the restoration of factory model badging after replacing body components or refinishing the paint. As a result, the car maintains a consistent appearance with the rest of the body details.

The part serves both an identification and aesthetic function – it highlights the vehicle brand and ensures the visual completeness of the rear of the car. This is particularly important for vehicles where maintaining the original character and compliance with factory specifications is a priority.

Technical characteristics and installation

The emblem is a part sourced from the BMW range, which means it matches the geometry of the trunk lid and is compatible with factory mounting points. This allows for precise seating in the designated area without the need for modifications or reshaping.

Placement in the rear body zone requires proper surface preparation – cleaning and degreasing the trunk lid surface. A correctly installed emblem adheres stably to the surface, which translates into durability and aesthetics during daily use.

Condition and use in repairs

The offered emblem is a used part, making it a sensible choice for accident repairs, restorations, or restoring the visual completeness of the vehicle on a reasonable budget. It is suitable for both body and paint workshops and for users independently assembling body components.

In practice, this type of part is used, among other things, after replacing the trunk lid, removing corrosion, painting the rear of the vehicle, or restoring the original look after previous removal of markings. Thanks to maintaining the factory shape and dimensions, the emblem allows for an aesthetic finish to the rear body zone.

Benefits of using an original emblem

• Consistent, factory-original look for the rear of the BMW 3 Series E46 Touring.
• Precise fit to the trunk lid thanks to a design consistent with the original.
• Possibility of aesthetically finishing body and paint repairs in the rear zone.
• A reasonable cost solution while maintaining the original character of the vehicle.

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 model markings, logos, or decorative trims, check out the available parts in the BMW Emblems and Ornaments category.

Additional information and tips

When selecting body components from the secondary market, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the specific generation and body version of the vehicle. In the case of the BMW 3 Series E46 Touring, it is crucial to match the trunk lid characteristic of the estate version, which ensures the correct positioning of the emblem relative to the body lines and edges.

If you are interested in the broader context of using used parts in the automotive industry – both in repairs and modifications – you will find practical tips in the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality, which discusses the approach to secondary market components in premium class cars.