Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Front Bumper Grille Panel Kaikoura Stone - 997

Land Rover Discovery Sport L550 Front Bumper Grille Panel Kaikoura Stone is an original body part from the Grilles and radiator covers group, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. Its carefully engineered construction ensures proper airflow to the engine compartment while maintaining a consistent, elegant look for the front of the body in the distinctive Kaikoura Stone shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: FK72-BA100-CAW-KST
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: FK72-BA100-CAW
• Substitutable numbers: LR061221, FK72-BA100-CAW, FK72BA100CAW, FK728A100ED, FK72-8A100-ED
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Grille
• Color: Kaikoura Stone - 997
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function in the vehicle

This bumper grille panel is dedicated for installation in the front section of the Land Rover Discovery Sport L550, where it is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the bumper area and supporting proper cooling. The component belongs to the Grilles and radiator covers group, meaning it forms part of the vehicle's front "mask," influencing both the appearance and the direction of the airflow.

Precise fitment to the body lines of the Discovery Sport L550 model reduces the risk of uneven gaps, vibrations, or unwanted noises while driving. As a result, the panel can be used both as a replacement part following mechanical damage and during restoration work on the front of the vehicle.

Color and visual matching

The Kaikoura Stone - 997 color is a distinctive, elegant shade used in the Land Rover range, which allows for stylistic consistency with other body components. Using an original panel in this color minimizes the need for additional painting and makes it easier to achieve a uniform visual surface in the bumper area.

For Discovery Sport L550 owners, this means the ability to restore the factory look of the car's front after a collision, parking damage, or natural wear and tear. At the same time, the characteristic Land Rover stylistic line is preserved, which is important both for aesthetics and for the potential resale of the vehicle.

Technical and assembly characteristics

The bumper grille panel has been developed as a component compatible with the factory mounting points on the Discovery Sport L550 model. This means that with proper selection for the body version, installation in place of the original part is possible without the need for structural modifications. This solution facilitates the work of body and paint shops as well as workshops specializing in the Land Rover brand.

The component comes from the group of original Land Rover parts, which helps maintain proper geometry, rigidity, and compatibility with adjacent bumper and radiator grille parts. In practice, this translates into stable seating, correct fitment, and a reduction in the risk of assembly problems typical of lower-quality aftermarket replacements.

Condition and service application

The offered bumper grille panel is a used item, which makes it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs or budget-friendly restorations of the vehicle's front. In many cases, using an original part from the secondary market allows for better fitment than cheaper replacements, while simultaneously reducing costs compared to brand-new components.

This solution is particularly useful for workshops specializing in the Land Rover brand that want to offer customers a reasonable compromise between quality and repair cost, while maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications.

Expanding repairs within the front end

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front end area in your Land Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, grilles, or masking inserts, check out the available parts in the Land Rover Grilles and radiator covers category.

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