BMW 5 Serie E61 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Left Hinge N/S Tiefseeblau Blue

BMW 5 Serie E61 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Left Hinge N/S Tiefseeblau Blue is an original body component designed for the precise guidance and support of the tailgate in the BMW 5 Series E61 model. This used, factory-original hinge ensures the correct opening and closing geometry of the tailgate, which translates into stable mechanism operation and proper body alignment. An additional advantage is the color match in Tiefseeblau Metallic – A76, which facilitates an aesthetic replacement of the part without the need for immediate repainting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7061383-DSB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7061383
• Substitutable numbers: 7061383, 41627210667, 7210667, 41627129515 41627175299, 7129515 7175299, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Tiefseeblau Metallic - A76
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the tailgate hinge

The presented hinge operates on the left side of the tailgate, responsible for the stable guidance of the lid during opening and closing. As a structural body component, it bears the loads resulting from the weight of the tailgate and the operation of the struts, which is why its proper condition is important for vehicle safety and daily operational comfort.

Choosing an original hinge for the BMW E61 allows for the preservation of factory mounting points, the correct operating angle, and compatibility with other tailgate mechanism components, such as struts or wiring harnesses routed through the grommets.

Benefits of using an original BMW component

Using a used, original tailgate hinge offers a number of practical advantages:

• factory geometry and fitment for the BMW E61 body,
• preservation of the correct tailgate pivot axis and smooth mechanism operation,
• compatibility with factory mounting points and hardware,
• reduction of the risk of body stress resulting from improper alignment.

As a result, replacing a damaged hinge with an original equivalent is a technically safe and predictable solution in terms of the final outcome.

Tiefseeblau Metallic – A76 color and visual aspect

The component is finished in Tiefseeblau Metallic – A76, which is particularly important if you want to maintain visual consistency within the trunk cavity and the tailgate edges. In many cases, this allows you to limit the scope of paint work or postpone it, while maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the luggage area.

For users who care about body color details, this is a practical solution that facilitates quick and orderly repairs following mechanical damage or hinge corrosion.

Condition, installation, and fitment for the BMW E61

The offered hinge comes from the used BMW parts group, meaning it is a component removed from a vehicle that retains functionality suitable for further use. In practice, this means it can be installed in place of the factory hinge without the need for body structure modifications.

During replacement, it is recommended to:

• inspect the condition of the mounts on the body and the tailgate,
• check the operation of the struts and bleed or replace them if necessary,
• adjust the tailgate position after installation to achieve even gaps and proper closing.

Expanding knowledge and selecting other components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body and trunk area in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as hinges, mounts, or brackets, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For a comparison of technical solutions used in different brands and sports versions, it is worth reading the analysis of drivetrain and chassis construction – it is discussed in detail in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how premium manufacturers design key components of their vehicles.