BMW F20 F21 Boot Trunk Lid Rear Tailgate Mineralweiss Mineral White - A96

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW F20 F21 Boot Trunk Lid Rear Tailgate Mineralweiss Mineral White - A96 is an original body component from the Boot lids and rear tailgates category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Mineral White Metallic - A96 color, it allows for an aesthetically and technically correct body repair without the need for experimenting with fitment or body lines. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the original appearance of the F20/F21 series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7305470-MW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7305470
• Substitutable numbers: 41007305470, 7305470
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Mineral White Metallic - A96
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW F20/F21

The presented boot lid has been designed specifically for the compact BMW F20 and F21 series models, taking into account the characteristic geometry of the rear body section. This ensures proper panel gaps, correct alignment with the fenders and bumper, and compatibility with factory hinge and strut mounting points.

Thanks to a design compliant with manufacturer standards, the installation process is predictable for body shops or paint technicians, without the need for structural modifications. This is particularly important for repairs where maintaining factory body rigidity and proper closing of the boot lid are essential.

Mineral White Metallic - A96 color and paint aspects

The lid is finished in Mineral White Metallic - A96 paint, characteristic of many BMW F-series vehicles. This shade of white with a pearlescent metallic effect blends well with the body lines and emphasizes the dynamic character of the car. In workshop practice, this often allows for limiting the scope of painting to blending adjacent panels, which reduces repair time and costs.

The metallic structure of the paint helps achieve a consistent visual effect with the remaining body panels, provided that the correct surface preparation and paint material selection processes are followed. For the user, this means the ability to restore the vehicle's aesthetics to a level close to factory condition.

Placement on the vehicle and structural function

The component is intended for installation in the rear of the vehicle, where it serves as a closure for the luggage compartment and an important structural component of the body. A properly selected boot lid affects:

• the rigidity of the rear body section,
• correct alignment of body lines,
• trouble-free operation of the lock and opening mechanism,
• proper sealing of the luggage compartment against water and contaminants.

Proper fitment with seals and accompanying components is important not only for aesthetics but also for utility – it reduces the risk of moisture entering the boot and the occurrence of unwanted noises while driving.

Characteristics of the used part

The boot lid is offered as a used part, which in workshop practice often represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original build quality. Such components are frequently chosen for post-accident repairs when the priority is fitment for a specific model and maintaining factory geometry.

For professional service centers and body shops, this means the ability to use a component with a known design, compliant with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications, which facilitates the installation process and subsequent adjustment of the lid position relative to adjacent panels.

Expanding BMW rear body repairs

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

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