BMW E92 E93 Hood Bonnet Front Engine Cover Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E92 E93 Hood Bonnet Front Engine Cover Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34 is an original body component designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34 color, it provides a seamless addition to the body lines, facilitating paint matching and maintaining the vehicle's aesthetics. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, restoration, or replacing a worn engine hood in BMW 3 Series E92/E93 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7168514-AM
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7168514
• Substitutable numbers: 41617168514, 7168514, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the engine hood

The presented hood is a component from the Hoods category, designed for installation in the front body section of the BMW 3 Series E92/E93. It is responsible for covering the engine compartment, protecting components from external factors, and ensuring proper airflow over the body. The design, tailored to the coupe and convertible lines, ensures correct fitment with the fenders, bumper, and radiator grille.

Color and paint matching

The factory Arktis Arctic Metallic - A34 shade allows for precise matching to the vehicle's existing paint or serves as a solid base for any necessary paint corrections. The metallic coating promotes even light distribution across the hood surface, which is essential for maintaining a consistent look for the entire front of the car. By retaining the original color, it is easier to limit the scope of painting solely to the replaced component or its sections.

Characteristics of the used component

The hood is a used component, which in practice means real cost savings while maintaining original geometry and factory origin. This type of part is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where maintaining correct gaps between body panels and compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and actuators is crucial. A used BMW body component is also a good base for potential paint restoration in accordance with the requirements of a specific car.

Benefits of using an original BMW hood

Using an original engine hood in a BMW E92/E93 translates into:

• proper fitment with other body panels,
• preservation of the factory front line of the vehicle,
• easier adjustment of the lock and hinges without additional modifications,
• color consistency thanks to the original metallic paint.

For body shops and individual users, this means shorter assembly time and less interference with the body structure. The original BMW hood is also a beneficial choice in terms of the vehicle's future resale value, as it facilitates maintaining the car's factory appearance.

Body zone and compatible components

The hood operates in a critical zone of the front body section, working in conjunction with the fenders, bumper, radiator grille, and engine compartment components. Replacing this component is often combined with the repair of other panels in the same zone, which is why selecting the right, original component is important for the final visual and functional effect.

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

To better plan service work on your car and make informed decisions regarding the use of used parts, it is worth learning about typical symptoms of malfunctions and the principles of safe component replacement. Practical tips in this regard can be found in the article Air conditioning compressor – failure symptoms, causes, and safe replacement, which discusses the approach to diagnosis and component selection in the air conditioning system.