BMW 1 F20 F21 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Liquid Blue Metallic - B40

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW 1 F20 F21 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Liquid Blue Metallic - B40 in Liquid Blue Metallic – B40 is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle. It is a precisely fitted body panel that allows for maintaining the factory body geometry and visual consistency with other painted elements. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or replacing a worn-out tailgate in BMW 1 Series F20/F21 cars.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7305470-LBL
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7305470
• Substitutable numbers: 41007305470, 7305470, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Liquid Blue Metallic - B40
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series F20/F21

The offered rear boot lid is a body component designed for installation in the rear section of the BMW 1 Series F20/F21 generation. As a part from the Tailgates and rear lids category, it ensures dimensional compatibility with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and helps maintain correct gaps between body panels. The original construction supports the proper operation of the lock, hinges, and the equipment installation intended for the tailgate in this model.

Characteristics of the Liquid Blue Metallic – B40 paint

The tailgate is finished in the factory Liquid Blue Metallic – B40 color, characteristic of many BMW 1 Series configurations. The metallic paint coating ensures visual consistency with the bodywork in the same color code, which in practice limits the scope of paintwork required when replacing the component. For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of shortening repair time and easier color matching to the remaining body panels.

Structural function of the rear boot lid

The rear boot lid in the BMW 1 Series F20/F21 performs several key structural functions:

• closes the cargo space from the rear, providing protection for transported luggage,
• serves as a structural element of the rear body section, working in conjunction with the fenders and bumper,
• creates a mounting surface for equipment such as lighting, decorative trims, or emblems,
• influences the vehicle's aerodynamics and the tightness of the rear body section.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, the tailgate enables correct adjustment of the lock and seals, which translates into proper tightness and reduction of noise and moisture ingress into the luggage compartment.

Used condition and benefits of using an original part

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for significantly reducing repair costs compared to new components, while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. In practice, this means:

• factory fitment to the BMW 1 Series F20/F21 body,
• preservation of the original styling line of the vehicle's rear section,
• possibility of economical repair while maintaining BMW quality standards.

For workshops specializing in the BMW brand and users who care about the visual and technical consistency of the vehicle, using an original, used tailgate is a reasonable compromise between cost and quality.

Application in bodywork and renovation repairs

The rear boot lid in Liquid Blue Metallic – B40 is particularly suitable in situations where it is necessary to replace a damaged element after a collision or during body renovation. Thanks to the factory paint, the scope of filling and painting can be limited, which is beneficial both in terms of time and cost. For services dealing with comprehensive body reconstruction of the BMW 1 Series F20/F21, this is a practical solution allowing for maintaining high quality of workmanship with a controlled repair budget.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional tailgates, panels, or covers, check the available parts in the BMW tailgates and rear lids category.

For users interested in optimizing the maintenance costs of premium cars, including sports and luxury vehicles, practical tips on the safe selection of dismantled parts may also be useful – more information can be found in the article Luxury within reach – how to service a legendary Porsche brand using proven used parts.