Trunk Lid Tailgate BMW F30 F80 M3 Rear Boot Lid Melbourne Red Metallic - A75

Visual condition of the part

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

Trunk Lid Tailgate BMW F30 F80 M3 Rear Boot Lid Melbourne Red Metallic - A75 is an original body component from the Trunk lids and tailgates category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The Melbourne Red Metallic - A75 paint finish allows for a seamless match with the factory bodywork, facilitating post-accident repairs or the replacement of a worn-out trunk lid. This used OEM component ensures proper geometry, compatibility with the body structure, and predictable performance during operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7288757-MRT2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7288757
• Substitutable numbers: 41007288757, 7288757
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Melbourne Red Metallic - A75
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW F30

The presented trunk lid has been designed specifically for the BMW F30 series, taking into account factory mounting points, body lines, and contours. Its placement in the rear zone of the vehicle ensures full integration with hinges, the lock, and other structural elements, which facilitates installation and subsequent gap adjustment.

By maintaining the original shape and dimensions, the trunk lid works with factory seals, lighting, and wiring, minimizing the need for additional modifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where precise restoration of the factory body geometry is essential.

Melbourne Red Metallic - A75 color and paint aspects

The factory Melbourne Red Metallic - A75 color is a distinctive, dynamic shade of red with a metallic effect, often found in versions with a sportier character. Using the original metallic paint makes it easier to achieve a visual match with other body panels, especially when the car has retained its factory paintwork.

In practice, installing such a trunk lid often allows for limiting paintwork to local blending of adjacent elements instead of a full repaint of the entire surface. This translates into time and cost savings while maintaining a consistent body appearance.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The trunk lid comes from dismantling and is offered as a used original BMW part. Such components are valued in professional body and paint shops for maintaining factory rigidity, the correct sheet metal profile, and compatibility with body systems.

A used trunk lid is a sensible choice for repairs where combining OEM quality with cost control is key. The original construction ensures proper load distribution in the rear of the vehicle and correct operation of the opening and closing mechanism after proper installation.

Application in body repairs and upgrades

This trunk lid model is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged part and for upgrade projects where the vehicle owner aims to refresh the car's appearance. Installing an original trunk lid in the correct color helps restore the vehicle's aesthetics and maintain the consistency of the styling lines characteristic of the BMW F30.

Combined with properly adjusted hinges, lock, and seals, the trunk lid contributes to trunk tightness, protection against moisture, and proper closing, which is important for both user comfort and protecting the trunk interior from corrosion.

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

Additional tips for part selection

When choosing a trunk lid for a BMW F30, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the body version and vehicle equipment configuration. An original component with the correct paint color and proper fitment on the vehicle facilitates installation and limits the scope of additional adaptation work.

For users planning a broader car upgrade, including the interior, a guide describing the impact of branded dismantled parts on comfort and car value may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value.