BMW 5 Series E60 LCI Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue - A76

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW 5 Series E60 LCI Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue - A76 is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle, ideal for replacing a damaged lid or for professional post-accident repairs. Thanks to the factory Tiefseeblau Metallic paint, you maintain the color consistency of the bodywork while reducing the scope of paintwork required. This solution allows you to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the rear zone of your facelifted (LCI) 5 Series in a technically correct and cost-effective manner.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7168761-DSB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7168761
• Substitutable numbers: 41627168761, 7168761
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 Series E60 LCI

The presented boot trunk lid for the facelifted BMW 5 Series E60 has been designed as a rear body component. The construction corresponds to factory dimensions and mounting points, which facilitates installation in place of the original lid. Using an original body part reduces the risk of issues with geometry, panel gaps, and trunk closure.

The lid is intended for installation in the rear of the vehicle, ensuring proper body line alignment, correct fitment against the bumper, and compatibility with factory hinges and locks. This is particularly important for repairs where precision of fit and maintaining the factory look of the car are essential.

Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 color – benefits for repairs

The factory Tiefseeblau Metallic A76 paint is a distinctive, deep shade of blue used by BMW, which emphasizes the elegant character of the 5 Series. By choosing a lid in this color, you can:

• minimize the scope of painting during body repairs,
• more easily match the shade to the remaining body components,
• maintain a consistent, factory look for the rear of the vehicle.

For body and paint shops, this means shorter service turnaround times and a lower risk of shade differences, and for the vehicle owner – a more predictable final result.

Operational and installation characteristics

As an item from the Boot lids and tailgates category, this trunk lid is a key component of the rear bodywork, affecting both the aesthetics and the daily functionality of the vehicle. The design is intended to work with factory equipment, such as hinges, gas struts, or the lock, which makes it easier to transfer existing components from the previous lid.

The product is used, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-quality ratio while maintaining the original BMW specification. It is a good solution for post-accident repairs where technical correctness and budget control are both important.

Application in body repairs and restorations

The boot trunk lid in the original Tiefseeblau Metallic color will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged part and for more extensive restoration projects. It can be used by:

• body shops performing post-accident repairs on the BMW 5 Series E60 LCI,
• specialized services involved in body reconstruction,
• individual users who want to restore the aesthetics of the rear of the car.

Thanks to the preservation of factory body geometry, the lid facilitates correct gap alignment, fitting of tail lights, and the bumper, which translates into a professional final repair result.

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 out the available parts in the BMW boot lids and tailgates category.

Practical knowledge for BMW users

For larger service projects, it is worth planning the work holistically – especially when, in addition to the bodywork, you are also intervening in the drivetrain or equipment. For drivers who are simultaneously considering servicing or replacing the transmission, a guide describing the differences between manual and automatic designs, common faults, and rules for safely purchasing a used component may be helpful – you will find it in the article Transmission: manual, automatic, or DSG – common faults and a guide to buying a used gearbox.