BMW E87 Hood Bonnet Cover Panel E81 Sedonarot Sedona Red Metallic - A79

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E87 Hood Bonnet Cover Panel E81 Sedonarot Sedona Red Metallic - A79 is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. Finished in an attractive Sedonarot Sedona Red Metallic - A79 color, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the vehicle's front end without the need for fitting aftermarket replacements. This is a solution for users who expect factory-fit precision and compatibility with the design of the BMW 1 Series E81/E87.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7162102-SED2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7162102
• Substitutable numbers: 41627162102, 7162102, 41614415290, 4415290, 41627134070, 7134070, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Sedonarot Metallic - A79
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the BMW E81 E87 hood

The presented hood is designed as a body component mounted at the front of the vehicle, responsible for covering the engine compartment and ensuring proper airflow over the body. The hood's construction is matched to the geometry of the BMW E81 and E87, which translates into correct panel lines, compatibility with the fenders, radiator grille, and bumper, as well as the proper operation of the latch mechanism and hinges.

Sedonarot Sedona Red Metallic - A79 color and repair benefits

The Sedonarot Sedona Red Metallic - A79 finish allows for a visually consistent repair of the vehicle's front end in the event of accident damage or corrosion. For many users, this means the ability to minimize the scope of painting, which shortens repair time and reduces labor costs. The metallic paint coating provides a characteristic, dynamic look to the body, consistent with the factory styling of the BMW 1 Series.

Characteristics of the used component

The hood comes from a used vehicle, which in practice means it is a dismantled part with preserved structural integrity and factory shape. Such parts are particularly valued for repairs of older models, where the availability of new components can be limited, and the priority is to maintain the original body geometry and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Application in body and paint repairs

The hood from this offer is suitable for both standard replacement after a collision and for comprehensive front-end restoration. Thanks to its factory origin, it facilitates:

• restoring correct gaps between body panels,
• proper adjustment of the hood latch and opening mechanism,
• maintaining the original front-end line characteristic of the BMW E81/E87.

This is a particularly beneficial solution for body and paint shops as well as users who want to avoid problems with fitting aftermarket replacements with different geometry.

Selection and technical compatibility

The component belongs to the BMW Hoods group, which means it has been developed for specific models and body versions of the 1 Series. In practice, this translates into compatibility with factory mounting points, the correct edge profile, and compatibility with other front-end components of the vehicle. When selecting the part, it is worth paying attention to the color match of the Sedonarot Sedona Red Metallic - A79 with the vehicle's paint to limit the scope of any necessary paint work.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or other hoods, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

Dismantled parts as an effective solution

When repairing older generations of BMW, such as the E81 and E87, using dismantled parts often represents the most rational combination of cost, quality, and availability. Original body components ensure proper fit and maintenance of the vehicle's factory characteristics, while simultaneously allowing for a significant reduction in repair costs compared to new parts. More about the practical advantages of this approach can be found in the article Parts unavailable at the dealership? How to handle repairs of older models using dismantled parts.

Summary

BMW E87 Hood Bonnet Cover Panel E81 Sedonarot Sedona Red Metallic - A79 is a functional, original body component from the Hoods group, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. The Sedonarot Sedona Red Metallic - A79 color finish promotes aesthetic repair, and its origin from dismantling allows for combining factory geometry with a favorable purchase cost. This is the right choice for users and workshops that prioritize a technically correct reconstruction of the BMW 1 Series E81/E87 front end.