BMW E91 LCI Touring Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate Rear Back Black Sapphire - 475

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW E91 LCI Touring Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate Rear Back Black Sapphire - 475 is an original body component from the Tailgates group, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. Finished in the factory color Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of the trunk lid without the need to change the car's styling concept.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7209702-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7209702
• Substitutable numbers: 41627209702, 7209702
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Tailgates

Purpose and fitment

The presented trunk lid is a component dedicated to the rear body section of the BMW 3 Series Touring (E91 LCI) facelift model. Its placement on the vehicle in the Rear area ensures proper fitment with factory hinges, the lock, and other rear body components, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Color and paint finish

The trunk lid is finished in the original Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color, characteristic of many BMW configurations. The metallic black effectively masks minor dirt while highlighting the body lines, which is particularly important when replacing a component in a visible rear area. Maintaining the factory shade increases the chance of reducing or completely avoiding the need for repainting, depending on the condition and configuration of the specific vehicle.

Component characteristics and condition

The trunk lid comes from dismantling and has the status of a used body component, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original structural quality of BMW. This type of component is particularly useful for accident repairs, correcting mechanical damage, or addressing corrosion in the rear body section when repairing the existing trunk lid is uneconomical or technically difficult.

Application in body repairs

Replacing the trunk lid with an original component from the same body generation allows you to maintain:

• the factory geometry of the vehicle's rear section,
• correct gap lines between body panels,
• visual consistency with the remaining body panels.

As a result, the body repair process is more predictable, and the final effect is closer to the factory standard than in the case of non-original or heavily repaired components.

Benefits of choosing an original BMW trunk lid

The original BMW trunk lid ensures proper structural rigidity of the rear body section and compatibility with factory mounting points for accessories (hinges, lock, actuators, wiring harnesses). For the user, this means:

• easier installation compared to aftermarket replacements,
• better fitment to the body lines,
• preservation of the characteristic BMW E91 LCI appearance.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or trunk panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Tailgates category.

Why consider a dismantled component

In the case of body repairs, choosing a used trunk lid allows for a significant reduction in the total cost of the operation while maintaining the original construction and factory appearance. This solution is particularly beneficial for older model years, where the investment in a new component is often disproportionate to the vehicle's value. You can find more about the advantages of using used body parts in the article Replacing body parts with used ones – can dismantled body parts look like new?.

Summary

BMW E91 LCI Touring Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate Rear Back Black Sapphire - 475 is a practical solution for drivers who want to restore the full functionality and aesthetics of the rear body section after mechanical damage or corrosion. The original Black Sapphire Metallic color and the fitment for the BMW 3 Series Touring facelift model make this component well-suited for both professional body and paint shops and repairs carried out in specialized independent workshops.