BMW E81 E87 E87N Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Sonora Metallic

BMW E81 E87 E87N Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Sonora Metallic is an original body component from the Trunk lids and tailgates category, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Sonora Metallic - A23 color, it allows for a visually consistent match to the bodywork without the need for repainting. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the vehicle's factory appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7133898-SON2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 41627133898
• Substitutable numbers: 41627133898, 7133898, 41624391291, 4391291, SON18002102
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Sonora Metallic - A23
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment

The presented tailgate is designed as a body component mounted in the rear area of the vehicle, maintaining the geometry and mounting points specific to the BMW E81 and E87 series. Thanks to its construction compliant with factory specifications, it ensures proper alignment with the fenders, bumper, and roofline, which facilitates gap adjustment and the preservation of the factory body geometry.

Its original BMW OE origin helps maintain the appropriate structural rigidity in the trunk area, which is important for both safety and the proper closing of the lid, as well as the operation of the lock and hinges.

Color and paint layer

The tailgate is finished in the Sonora Metallic - A23 shade, a characteristic metallic color used in selected BMW configurations. The use of factory metallic paint allows for a reduction in the scope of paintwork – in many cases, only corrections and polishing are sufficient instead of a full repaint of the component.

For body and paint shops, this means savings in time and materials, and for the end user – a better chance of maintaining a uniform body tone when replacing a component after mechanical damage or corrosion.

Characteristics of the used component

The tailgate comes from the secondary market, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative to new body components. A used original component usually retains its factory geometry and sheet metal quality, while significantly reducing repair costs compared to a new part.

In the case of body components such as tailgates, it is particularly important that the structural integrity, hinge mounting points, and equipment mounting locations (glass, lock, actuators) are preserved. Choosing an original used tailgate promotes compatibility with the vehicle's factory equipment.

Application in body repairs

The tailgate in the BMW E81/E87 series serves both a functional and structural role – it is responsible for the tightness of the luggage compartment, the correct alignment of the body lines, and the proper operation of the lock and rear lighting. Replacing a damaged lid with an original component from the same model series allows you to:

• restore proper closing and locking of the trunk,
• recreate the body line in the rear part of the vehicle,
• maintain compatibility with factory equipment mounted in the tailgate,
• minimize the scope of fitting and adjustment work.

For service centers specializing in the BMW brand, this is a solution that facilitates maintaining quality standards close to factory levels while optimizing repair costs.

Support in choosing parts

The component has assigned catalog numbers and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates unambiguous identification in BMW catalogs and parts selection systems. Before purchasing, it is worth comparing the markings with the vehicle documentation or consulting a workshop to confirm compatibility with the specific body version and model year.

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

If you are considering whether a new or used part is a better solution in your case and want to learn about the differences in costs and durability, check out our guide: Car parts – new or used? Comparing costs, quality, and durability.