BMW F87 M2 Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Filler Cap Black Sapphire Metallic 475

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F87 M2 Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Filler Cap Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle, ensuring a seamless look and proper closure of the fuel filler area. Thanks to the factory Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 paint, it perfectly matches the styling lines of the sporty BMW M2, facilitating an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8068243-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8068243
• Substitutable numbers: 51178068243, 8068243, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Fuel Tank Caps

Purpose and function of the BMW F87 M2 Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Filler Cap

The presented BMW F87 M2 Fuel Cover Fill In Flap Filler Cap belongs to the Fuel filler flaps and caps category and is designed for installation on the rear bodywork. It is responsible for protecting the fuel filler from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage, while maintaining the vehicle's factory geometry and side lines. Using an original component helps avoid issues with poor fitment, leaks, or improper operation of the opening mechanism.

Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color and visual fit

The flap is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, a color characteristic of many sporty BMW configurations. This allows for maintaining a uniform paint surface without the need for additional painting of the entire component, provided the other body panels are in the same shade. The metallic black effectively masks minor dirt and highlights the dynamic character of the F87 M2 model, which is important for both post-accident repairs and precise visual restoration.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered fuel filler flap is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of wear typical for this class of parts. This type of component is a good choice for repairs where maintaining the original structure, factory paint, and compatibility with body mounts is important. A used part also allows for cost savings compared to a new part, while maintaining proper functionality and structural compliance.

Benefits of using an original fuel filler flap

Using an original fuel filler flap for the BMW F87 M2 offers a number of practical benefits:

• secure fit to the rear fender and fuel filler housing,
• preservation of the factory body lines and panel gaps,
• color consistency with the Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 paint,
• compatibility with the stock opening and closing mechanism,
• possibility of economical repair while maintaining OEM standards.

For users who care about aesthetics and the technical correctness of the repair, choosing such a component is a reasonable compromise between cost and build quality.

Integration with the fuel system and operation

A properly selected fuel filler flap is important not only for visual reasons but also for operational ones – it protects the cap and the filler area from water, road salt, and dust, which affects the durability of fuel system components in the external zone. To better understand the relationship between the tightness of the filler area and the operation of the entire fuel supply system, it is worth checking out a guide on diagnostics and maintenance, such as the article on the fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional flaps, caps, or filler covers, check out the available parts in the BMW fuel filler flaps and caps category.