BMW 6 Series E63 E64 Fuel Filler Flap Cover Black Sapphire Metallic 475 7011342

BMW E63 E64 Fuel Filler Flap Black 475 7011342 is an original fuel filler flap from the BMW range, designed for the 6 Series E63/E64 models. Finished in the elegant Black Sapphire Metallic color, it allows you to restore a consistent body appearance after damage or wear of the original part, maintaining the factory lines and body geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7011342-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7011342
• Substitutable numbers: 51177011342, 7011342, EM
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Technical Characteristics and Fitment

The fuel filler flap belongs to the Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories category, meaning it is a body element directly interacting with the filler neck and closing mechanism. As a BMW OE part, it has been designed with factory dimensional tolerances, ensuring correct gaps relative to the fender and proper positioning with respect to the body lines.

The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color is a popular BMW metallic paint that ensures visual consistency with other body elements in this shade. The appropriately designed mounting geometry allows for installation in place of the original flap without the need for structural modifications.

Function in the Fuel System and Bodywork

The fuel filler flap plays an important role in both protecting the fuel system and enhancing the vehicle's aesthetics. A correctly chosen flap:

• shields the cap and filler neck from external contaminants,
• limits the impact of atmospheric factors on the filler area,
• ensures visual continuity of the vehicle's side surface,
• maintains proper alignment with adjacent body panels.

For BMW E63/E64 models, using the correct flap in the appropriate color helps preserve the original character of the coupe/cabrio lines, which is important for both usability and potential resale value of the vehicle.

Item Condition and Service Application

The offered fuel filler flap is a used item, which means it comes from a dismantled vehicle and may show signs of wear typical for aftermarket parts. This type of component is particularly useful for accident repairs, bodywork and paint corrections, or replacing a damaged flap without the need to invest in a new part from an authorized dealer.

By retaining the original structure and Black Sapphire Metallic paint color, it is possible to limit the scope of painting work, provided the coating condition is acceptable relative to the rest of the bodywork. This solution is often chosen by workshops specializing in BMW repairs and by informed users who want to maintain the vehicle's visual consistency at a reasonable service cost.

Selection Support and Related Technical Content

When replacing the fuel filler flap, it is advisable to pay attention to its compatibility with the fuel system, especially to ensure proper seating of the element relative to the cap and filler neck, so as not to impede access during refueling. If you want to better understand how the entire fuel system interacts with body elements and how to select components by OEM numbers, the article: Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair will be helpful.

If you are undertaking a more extensive body repair on your BMW 6 Series and also need other elements from the group of filler flaps and covers, mountings, or related components, check the available parts in the BMW Fuel Filler Flaps and Accessories category.