BMW Z4 E85 E86 Front Right O/S Engine Bonnet Hinge Black Sapphire - 475 7016172

BMW Z4 E85 E86 Front Right O/S Engine Bonnet Hinge Black Sapphire - 475 is an original body component from the Bonnet group, designed for precise guidance and support of the front engine hood. The hinge in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color allows for maintaining visual consistency with the factory body paint, which facilitates aesthetic repair without the need for additional painting of the entire element.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7068280-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7068280
• Substitutable numbers: 41617068280, 7068280, 7016172
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW Z4 E85/E86

The presented hinge is dedicated to BMW Z4 E85/E86 generation models and operates on the front right side of the body. The design, based on factory mounting points, ensures proper hood opening geometry, stable guidance, and correct alignment of the hood with the fenders and the front panel.

As a body group component, the hinge is responsible for:

• maintaining the correct position of the hood relative to the fenders and bumper,
• smooth opening and closing of the engine hood,
• reducing stress within the hood mounts during daily use.

Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color and visual aspect

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 shade is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or replacing individual components in dark BMW paint configurations. A hinge in this color allows for reducing the scope of paint work, and in many cases, enables installation without the need for repainting, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

The metallic paint coating is matched to the factory BMW palette, ensuring visual consistency of the engine bay and the hood edges visible when opened.

Technical and functional characteristics

The hood hinge operates in a critical area of the body, so its proper functioning is important for both operational comfort and safety. A properly selected component:

• ensures a repeatable hood closing line on the right side,
• minimizes the risk of hood misalignment when opening,
• limits excessive play that could cause hood vibrations while driving.

As an original BMW part, the hinge is designed with the appropriate stiffness, arm geometry, and pivot points, which translates into stable operation throughout the full range of hood movement.

Condition, origin, and service application

The item comes from dismantling and is offered as a used hood hinge, which is a cost-effective solution for users looking for original components at a reasonable price. This type of part is particularly suitable for:

• post-collision repairs involving damage to the front of the body,
• replacing a worn or bent hinge causing problems with closing the hood,
• restoring the factory geometry of the engine hood in a BMW Z4 E85/E86.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, installation takes place at existing mounting points, which facilitates service work and allows for quick restoration of the full functionality of the front hood.

Complementary BMW body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front engine hood area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as hinges for the opposite side, reinforcements, or additional mounts, check the available parts in the BMW Bonnets category.

For users interested in a wider range of work on lighting and visibility in cars of this brand, a guide on selecting headlights and equipment may be helpful – detailed information can be found in the article See more and better – a complete guide to selecting and replacing used LED and Xenon headlights.