BMW 1 Series E87 Fuel Cover Filler Fill-in Flap Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue

BMW 1 Series E87 Fuel Cover Filler Fill-in Flap Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue in Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 is an original body component designed to factory-fill the fuel filler opening. The product comes from dismantling, making it a cost-effective yet OEM-compliant solution for accident repairs or replacing a damaged flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7060691-DSB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7060691
• Substitutable numbers: 51177060691, 7060691
• Color: Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Application and fitment for BMW 1 Series E87

The presented fuel filler flap is designed for the BMW 1 Series E87 body and is an integral part of the rear bodywork in the fuel filler area. Thanks to its factory origin, the correct curves, panel lines, and fitment with the rear fender are maintained, which facilitates installation and helps restore the original geometry of the bodywork.

The element is part of the body group referred to as Rear wheel arches and fenders, which is why it works particularly well for repairs after side collisions or damage in the rear wheel arch area, where the flap or its hinge is often deformed.

Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 color and paint benefits

The flap is factory-painted in the Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 shade, characteristic of selected BMW 1 Series configurations. For many accident repair projects, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of paint work – with proper component selection and coating correction, the need for full painting of the entire fender can be minimized.

The original metallic paint ensures structural consistency with other body panels, and the use of a dismantled part allows for maintaining shade compliance with the manufacturer's factory palette, which is important for precise aesthetic repairs.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the BMW 1 Series E87 Fuel Cover Filler Fill-in Flap Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue is a practical choice for economical repairs where the cost-to-quality ratio matters. The element retains its OEM construction, which translates into the correct operation of the opening and closing mechanism after proper installation in the vehicle.

Choosing an original component from the secondary market allows you to avoid problems typical of replacements, such as inaccurate fitment or differences in paint shade, while simultaneously enabling the maintenance of visual consistency in the rear part of the body.

Role in the body structure and repair process

The fuel filler flap serves a protective function for the filler neck and seals, while also influencing the aesthetics of the side bodywork. In the case of body and paint repairs in the rear wheel arch area, replacing this element is often the fastest method of restoring the vehicle's original appearance without the need for straightening or filling a deformed flap.

Using original body components from dismantling is particularly beneficial in vehicles where the priority is to maintain the factory look and proper adhesion of all panels in the Rear wheel arches and fenders area.

Support with part selection and additional resources

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear wheel arch zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, inner wheel arches, or outer body panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Rear wheel arches and fenders category.

When planning accident repairs in the body area, it is also worth checking out practical tips regarding working with dismantled body elements – a detailed discussion of the topic can be found in the article Bodywork and chassis – accident repairs using dismantled parts.