BMW X5 Series E53 Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Rear Stahlgrau Steel Grey - 400

BMW X5 Series E53 Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Rear Stahlgrau Steel Grey is an original body component designed for the rear section of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory origin from BMW, it ensures precise fitment to the body structure and visual consistency with the lines of the X5 E53 model. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, corrosion correction, or completing the bodywork of this model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7126015-STH
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7126015
• Substitutable numbers: 41627008358, 41627060657, 7008358, 7060657, 41627126015, 7126015
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Stahlgrau Metallic - 400
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Technical characteristics and fitment

The offered trunk lid belongs to the Trunk lids and tailgates category and is intended for installation in the rear body section of the BMW X5 E53 series. The component is designed as an original BMW part, which translates into maintaining factory gaps, proper edge alignment, and compatibility with standard hinge, strut, and lock mounting points.

Its placement in the rear area of the vehicle means the trunk lid works with the factory roof frame structure, rear fenders, and bumper, enabling proper closing and sealing of the luggage compartment. This is particularly important when restoring body geometry after a collision or replacing corroded elements.

Stahlgrau Metallic color – body consistency

The trunk lid is finished in the Stahlgrau Metallic – 400 shade, characteristic of the BMW palette. This metallic, steel-grey paint allows in many cases to reduce the scope of painting work if the remaining body elements are in the same color. For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of faster repair completion and easier shade matching during the potential blending process.

The metallic structure of the paint harmonizes well with the X5 E53 body lines, emphasizing the characteristic contours of the vehicle's rear. This is a beneficial solution both for aesthetic repairs and for restoring the original appearance of the car after damage.

Original origin and identification parameters

The trunk lid comes from the BMW production line, which facilitates identification via the OEM part number and available interchangeable numbers. Thanks to this, a workshop or seller can easily verify compatibility with a specific equipment version and model year of the X5 E53 using manufacturer catalogs or part number selection systems.

The presence of reference numbers is particularly useful when working with service documentation, selecting accompanying components (seals, hinges, struts, lock), and comparing with other variants of trunk lids used in this model. This solution minimizes the risk of purchasing an incompatible part and speeds up the repair process.

Condition, application, and benefits of installation

The offered trunk lid is a used component, which in practice allows for a significant reduction in repair costs compared to new parts, while maintaining the original BMW construction. For users and workshops, this means the possibility of an economical reconstruction of the rear body section while maintaining the vehicle's factory character.

By installing an original trunk lid, you gain:

• factory fitment to the X5 E53 body shape,
• preservation of the original lines and contours of the vehicle's rear,
• easier integration with standard glazing, lighting, and sealing elements,
• the ability to optimize repair costs while maintaining manufacturer standards.

Repair expansion and selection of other elements

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

For users who want to better understand the importance of original body components in BMW and the procedures for selection by OEM number, an article describing a practical approach to used components may be helpful – you can find it here: BMW – sports performance and precision. How do original used parts extend the life of the Bavarian icon?.