BMW X3 E83 Boot Trunk Lid Rear Tailgate Boot Lid Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW X3 E83 Boot Trunk Lid Rear Tailgate Boot Lid Black Sapphire Metallic is an original body component from the Tailgates group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. The Black Sapphire Metallic paint finish ensures visual consistency with the factory BMW bodywork and facilitates color matching during post-accident repairs or restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3452197-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3452197
• Substitutable numbers: 41003452197, 3452197, 41623404957, 41003420820, 3404957, 3420820
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Tailgates

Purpose and fitment for the BMW X3 E83

The presented boot lid has been designed specifically for the rear body section of the BMW X3 E83, maintaining factory geometry and mounting points. This ensures proper alignment with the fenders, bumper, and seals, which is crucial for both aesthetics and the tightness of the luggage compartment.

Its original BMW origin helps maintain the correct body lines, proper lock operation, and compatibility with factory accessories such as hinges, gas struts, or the license plate lighting installation.

Technical characteristics and Black Sapphire Metallic color

The boot lid is intended for installation in the rear area of the vehicle, meaning it is structurally adapted to withstand the loads associated with frequent opening and closing, as well as to work with the factory sealing system. The applied Black Sapphire Metallic paint in color code 475 is a popular, dark metallic BMW shade that effectively masks minor dirt and highlights the body lines.

The metallic structure of the paint coating promotes uniform light reflection, which is important when matching the component to other body panels of the same color. For body and paint shops, this means easier preparation for any potential touch-ups and precise shade matching.

Component condition and use in repairs

The boot lid is offered as a used component, which is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs where the priority is to maintain the original body structure at a reasonable cost. A used OEM component allows for the restoration of the vehicle's rear functionality without the need to resort to aftermarket replacements with uncertain geometry.

This solution is particularly useful in situations where there has been mechanical damage to the lid (e.g., as a result of a rear-end collision) or corrosion around the edges and mounting points. Using an original lid with a preserved load-bearing structure facilitates the correct setting of gaps between body panels and ensures the proper operation of the lock and gas struts.

Benefits of using an original tailgate

Choosing an original boot lid for the BMW X3 E83 offers a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of factory body geometry and contact lines with adjacent panels,
• compatibility with original accessory mounting points,
• easier color matching thanks to the factory Black Sapphire Metallic paint,
• possibility of economical repair while maintaining OEM standards.

For users and workshops, this means shorter installation time, reduced need for modifications, and greater predictability of the final result after body and paint work is completed.

BMW tailgates – expansion and modernization of the luggage area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the luggage area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional panels, check out the available parts in the BMW tailgates category.

Eco-approach to body repairs

Using a used boot lid fits into the concept of responsible vehicle repair – it limits the consumption of raw materials and energy needed to produce a new component, while simultaneously allowing for the maintenance of high body functionality. If you would like to learn more about the possibilities of improving your car's parameters while reducing your environmental impact, it is worth reading the article Eco-tuning in practice: how to increase performance while reducing your carbon footprint with recycled parts.