BMW G30 Hook Cover Flap Towing Eye Trim Front Bumper Black Sapphire 475 8098674

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW G30 Hook Cover Flap Towing Eye Trim Front Bumper Black Sapphire is an original body component designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. This bumper cover insert allows you to restore the consistent look of the car's front end after the factory flap has been lost or damaged, ensuring an aesthetic closure of the towing eye socket and proper alignment of the bumper lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8098674-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8098674
• Substitutable numbers: 8098674
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The presented cover flap is part of the Bumper inserts and covers group, specifically designed for installation in the front bumper of the BMW G30 series. Its task is to cover the towing eye opening so that it remains invisible during daily use, while the bumper maintains its factory geometry and surface continuity. If towing is required, the cover can be removed to gain access to the mounting point.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic paint, which allows for a consistent match with the bodywork in the same shade. Thanks to the factory profiling and the correct edge shape, the flap blends harmoniously with the bumper line, reducing the risk of gap discrepancies and unwanted protrusion. For users who care about the aesthetics of the vehicle's front, this is a practical solution that allows for restoring a uniform look after damage or loss of the original cover.

Installation characteristics

The cover is designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle, at the location of the factory towing eye socket. The design, based on the original BMW project, facilitates installation in the existing bumper mounting points without the need for additional modifications. This type of component is particularly useful after bodywork and paint repairs or bumper replacement, when the complete set of covers is missing.

Condition and service application

The product comes from disassembly and is intended for users and workshops that want to economically supplement a missing body detail while maintaining original fitment for BMW. It works well both in post-accident repairs and for cosmetic refreshing of the car's front, when the priority is compliance with factory specifications and proper bumper fitment.

Expanding repairs within the bumper area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, inserts, or additional flaps, check the available parts in the BMW Bumper inserts and covers category.

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