BMW X3 Series E83 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Karmesinrot Red - A61

BMW X3 Series E83 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Karmesinrot Red - A61 is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle, ensuring a factory-perfect fit and a consistent look for the car. This original rear boot lid panel allows for professional post-accident repair or the replacement of a worn-out part without the need for modifications. By maintaining the correct body geometry and alignment with the styling lines of the X3 E83 model, it provides a solid foundation for further bodywork and painting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3452197-KAR1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3452197
• Substitutable numbers: 41003452197, 3452197, 41623404957, 41003420820, 3404957, 3420820
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for the BMW X3 E83

The offered BMW X3 Series E83 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Karmesinrot Red - A61 has been designed as a structural element of the rear bodywork. Mounted in the rear section, it is responsible for properly closing the cargo area, interacting with the lock, hinges, and seals, as well as maintaining the correct body lines.

As part of the Boot lids and rear components group, this element is prepared to work with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional adjustments. Maintaining the original body shape is important for both aesthetics and the proper operation of the rear lighting system and the boot opening mechanism.

Karmesinrot A61 color and painting aspects

The boot lid is finished in the factory color Karmesinrot – A61, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. For many users, this means the possibility of reducing the scope of painting work – depending on the condition of the coating and the color match to the rest of the body, the element can serve as a base for local touch-ups or a full repaint.

The original paint on the component also makes the painter's work easier – the structure and type of coating are known, which helps in selecting the appropriate technology for surface preparation, sanding, and applying a new layer. This is important when striving to achieve a uniform gloss and the correct color depth across the entire rear section of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the used boot lid

This is a used BMW boot lid, which in practice means real cost benefits while maintaining the original OEM construction. Such components are often chosen for post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain factory creases, proper fitment with fenders and the bumper, and compatibility with standard accessories mounted in the boot lid.

A used body component often allows you to avoid problems typical of some aftermarket replacements, such as difficult gap adjustment, the need for bodywork corrections, or differences in geometry. As a result, the installation process is more predictable, and the final effect is closer to the original appearance of the vehicle.

Use in body repairs and upgrades

This BMW X3 Series E83 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Karmesinrot Red - A61 will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged part and for more extensive bodywork, e.g., after a rear collision. It can be used as:

• a base for comprehensive renovation of the rear body section,
• a replacement for a corroded or mechanically damaged lid,
• a foundation for individual visual modifications in the rear area of the car.

Thanks to the preservation of the original design, the lid works with standard seals, the lock, actuators, and other components mounted in the rear of the vehicle, which facilitates restoring full functionality to the boot.

Why choose a used OEM part

In the case of body components such as a boot lid, choosing a used OEM part is often a reasonable compromise between cost and quality. You receive a construction consistent with the manufacturer's design, without the need to adapt aftermarket replacements and the risk of improper fitment. If you want to better understand the differences between used original parts and replacements, check out the article 5 reasons why a used OEM part is a better choice than a replacement, where you will find practical examples and simple selection criteria.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, panels, or other rear body components, check out the available parts in the BMW Boot lids and rear components category.