BMW E92 E93 M Sport Front Bumper Flap Towing Hook Eye Le Mans Blau - 381 8041202

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E92 E93 M Sport Front Bumper Flap Towing Hook Eye Le Mans Blau is an original front bumper towing hook cover designed for the M Sport version. Finished in the distinctive Le Mans Blau Metallic color, this component allows for an aesthetic closure of the towing eye opening, maintaining the cohesive look of the sports body kit and the factory bumper line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0034737-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0034737
• Substitutable numbers: 51118041202, 8041202, 51110034737, 0034737, 51118044666, 8044666
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The presented towing hook cover is part of the Bumper inserts and covers group, mounted on the front of the vehicle body. Its purpose is to cover the towing hook socket in the M Sport bumper in order to:

• maintain the continuity of the front bumper's aerodynamic line,
• limit the ingress of dirt into the bumper structure,
• preserve the consistent, factory look of the M Sport package.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific E92/E93 body version, the component creates a flush surface with the rest of the bumper after proper installation, without any unwanted gaps or misalignments.

Color and visual fit

The Le Mans Blau Metallic color is a characteristic, dynamic paint finish used on BMW models with the sports package. Using an originally painted cover allows you to:

• avoid shade differences between the bumper and the insert,
• maintain visual consistency of the entire vehicle front,
• minimize the need for additional painting when replacing a damaged component.

For M Sport owners, this is particularly important as the front bumper has a distinctly sporty character, and a missing or damaged towing hook cover is immediately visible and detracts from the car's aesthetics.

Installation characteristics

The cover is designed for installation in the front bumper, in the factory towing hook opening. The component's design is prepared to work with the original mounts in the M Sport bumper, which facilitates the replacement of a damaged or missing cover without interfering with the bumper structure.

As a part of the inserts and covers group, the component works in conjunction with other bumper parts, such as grilles, moldings, and other covers, creating a cohesive protective and visual system for the front of the vehicle.

Condition and service application

The item is offered as an original BMW part in used condition, which allows for an economical replacement of a missing or damaged cover while maintaining factory geometry and build quality. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing parts missing after bumper disassembly, or restoring the completeness of the M Sport package.

Complementary BMW Bumper inserts and covers

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional inserts, covers, or caps, check out the available parts in the BMW Bumper inserts and covers category.

For those interested in the broader context of using original components in cars of this brand and the structural differences between model generations, an article describing the comparison of classic and modern solutions may be helpful, available here: Classic Mini vs modern MINI – differences and OEM parts.