BMW X3 E83 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Silbergrau Silver Grey - A08

Visual condition of the part

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

BMW X3 E83 Rear Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Silbergrau Silver Grey - A08 is an original body component from the Tailgates and rear parts category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The Silbergrau Metallic - A08 paint finish allows for a seamless match with the factory body color, facilitating post-accident repairs or the replacement of a worn-out lid. This used OEM component ensures proper geometry, compatibility with factory mounts, and correct operation of the lid's hardware.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3452197-SBG5
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3452197
• Substitutable numbers: 41003452197, 3452197, 41623404957, 41003420820, 3404957, 3420820
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Silbergrau Metallic - A08
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the tailgate

The presented tailgate is dedicated to the rear body section of the BMW X3 E83 and serves as a structural element closing the cargo space. It is responsible for:

• securely closing the luggage compartment and sealing the rear part of the body,
• proper distribution of forces acting on hinges and locks,
• maintaining factory gaps and body lines,
• stable mounting of glass, upholstery, and rear equipment.

Thanks to the original construction, the lid works with factory hinges, locks, and equipment, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Color and paint matching

The lid is finished in Silbergrau Metallic - A08, characteristic of many BMW X3 E83 models. For the user, this means:

• easier visual matching to the existing body paint,
• the possibility of limiting the scope of paint work if the coating condition is similar,
• maintaining a consistent, factory look of the rear of the vehicle.

In the case of a full body restoration, the color also serves as a convenient reference point for the painter when selecting the shade and metallic structure.

Installation and operational characteristics

As an element from the Tailgates and rear parts category, the lid is adapted for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, maintaining factory mounting points. The OEM construction ensures:

• compliance with the original BMW X3 E83 body geometry,
• correct positioning relative to the fenders, bumper, and roof,
• the possibility of transferring equipment from the previous lid (according to the vehicle configuration),
• stable operation of the trunk opening and closing mechanism.

The used nature of the part allows for an economical repair of the rear body section while maintaining original build quality and compatibility with factory BMW design solutions.

Application in BMW X3 E83 body repairs

The tailgate in Silbergrau Metallic - A08 will work particularly well in situations where it is necessary to replace an element after a collision or due to corrosion. In practice, this means:

• the possibility of restoring the correct geometry of the rear body section,
• limiting the scope of bodywork to replacing the complete element,
• maintaining the factory fit and styling lines of the BMW X3 E83.

For body shops and individual users, this is a solution that allows for a technically correct and economical reconstruction of the vehicle's rear zone.

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