BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Rear Trunk Boot Lid Tailgate Bootlid Bluewater Blue - 896

BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Rear Trunk Boot Lid Tailgate Bootlid Bluewater Blue is an original body component from the Trunk lids and rear parts category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory paint in the Bluewater Metallic - 896 shade, it provides a seamless complement to the body styling and allows for a technically correct repair following a collision or corrosion. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for those who expect a good fit and the preservation of factory body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7254425-WB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7254425
• Substitutable numbers: 41627254425, 7254425
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW E90 LCI

The presented trunk lid is dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E90 generation facelift (LCI) body style, ensuring compatibility with factory hinge mounting points, the lock, and equipment installation. Its placement in the rear zone of the body guarantees that the component works with the factory body geometry, maintaining correct gaps and the trunk line.

The original BMW branding helps maintain the appropriate structural rigidity of the rear body section, which is important for both safety and the proper closing of the trunk lid.

Bluewater Metallic color – benefits for body repairs

The trunk lid is finished in Bluewater Metallic - 896 paint, characteristic of selected BMW color configurations. For many users, this means the ability to limit the scope of paint work – in many cases, simply matching the shade and potential polishing is sufficient, rather than fully painting the component from scratch.

The metallic paint coating promotes an aesthetic appearance of the vehicle while facilitating visual consistency with other body panels in the same color.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used component, the trunk lid allows for an economical repair of the rear section of the vehicle while maintaining the original construction. In practice, this means:

• factory stampings and a shape consistent with the BMW design,
• preservation of the correct mounting geometry,
• the ability to install standard accessories and equipment intended for this model.

This type of solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where it is important to combine technical correctness with cost control.

Benefits of using an original trunk lid

Using an original rear trunk lid in a BMW E90 LCI translates into a number of practical advantages:

• Precise fitment with fenders, the bumper, and taillights, which facilitates gap adjustment.
• Compatibility with factory lock elements, actuators, and seals intended for this model.
• Visual consistency thanks to the Bluewater Metallic paint, which limits the scope of paint intervention.
• The ability to maintain the original character of the vehicle, which is important for the future resale of the car.

Use in repairs and upgrades

The BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Rear Trunk Boot Lid Tailgate Bootlid Bluewater Blue will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for more extensive body and paint work, e.g., after a rear-end collision. Thanks to the factory construction, it can be used in:

• post-accident repairs while maintaining original body geometry,
• restorations of older BMW E90 LCI units,
• projects to restore the car to a condition close to factory specifications.

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 trunk lids, rear panels, or other rear body components, check the available parts in the BMW Trunk lids and rear parts category.

Additional technical materials

For those interested in a broader technical context regarding the operation of vehicle sub-assemblies and the impact of component condition on safety and driving comfort, a guide describing key suspension components – shock absorbers, control arms, and stabilizers – may be helpful. More information can be found in the article Suspension system – a comprehensive guide to shock absorbers, control arms, and stabilizers.