Engine Bonnet BMW E90 E92 Front Left Hinge N/S Alpinweiss III Alpine White

Engine Bonnet BMW E90 E92 Front Left Hinge N/S Alpinweiss III Alpine White is an original body component designed for precise guidance and support of the bonnet on the driver's side. Thanks to its factory geometry and perfect fit to the front body structure, it ensures stable opening and closing of the bonnet as well as proper cooperation with other hinge components. The hinge comes in Alpinweiss 3, which facilitates integration with a body in the same paint shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7115263-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7115263
• Substitutable numbers: 41617210677, 7210677, 7115263, 41618045403, 8045403, 41617131751, 7131751, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the bonnet hinge

The left bonnet hinge for the BMW E90 series operates in the front part of the body, on the driver's side, responsible for guiding the bonnet along a specific axis of rotation. This component bears the loads resulting from frequent opening and closing, and also stabilizes the position of the bonnet relative to the fenders and the front panel. A properly selected hinge reduces the risk of misaligned gaps, bonnet edge rubbing, and improper latch closure.

Color and paint matching

The presented hinge is factory-painted in the Alpinweiss 3 - 300 shade, which is a significant advantage when replacing the component in a car with the same body color. In many cases, this allows for reducing or completely skipping additional paint work in the hinge area, speeding up the repair and lowering its cost. At the same time, visual consistency of the engine bay and the bonnet edges is maintained.

Vehicle placement and mounting aspects

The hinge operates in the front panel area, on the left side of the vehicle, working with the bonnet structure and body mounts. Due to its factory origin, the correct geometry is maintained, which facilitates setting the bonnet along the vehicle's axis and adjusting the height and depth relative to the fenders. Replacing the component requires standard disassembly and assembly procedures, typical for bonnet hinge work, without the need to modify the front body structure.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered left bonnet hinge belongs to the Bonnet group and is an original BMW part. The product is used, which in practice means it has already been in service on a vehicle but retains the structural functionality necessary for further operation in the hinge system. For the user, this means the possibility of an economical repair of the front body while maintaining the original mounting specifications.

Benefits of using an original BMW hinge

Using an original left bonnet hinge in a BMW E90 allows for maintaining factory body panel fitment, which translates into even gaps, proper bonnet closing, and stable lock operation. Choosing parts from this group is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, front geometry corrections, or replacing corroded hinge components. An additional advantage is the color compatibility with Alpinweiss 3 paint, which promotes an aesthetic finish for the engine bay area.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as bonnet skins, reinforcements, or additional brackets, check the available parts in the BMW Bonnets category.

When selecting used body parts, hinges, or other structural components, it is worth following proven procedures and reliable knowledge about second-hand parts – you can find more practical information in the article Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, which discusses key aspects of purchasing used components in a way that can also be applied to other part groups.