BMW X5 Series 1 E53 Fill In Flap Fuel Cover Topasblau Metallic Blue 7001027

BMW X5 Series 1 E53 Fill In Flap Fuel Cover Topasblau Metallic Blue is an original body component from the Fuel filler covers and accessories group, designed for factory installation in the BMW X5 E53 model. The Topasblau Metallic - 364 paint finish helps maintain color consistency of the bodywork and reduces the need for additional painting after replacing the flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7001027-TPB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7001027
• Substitutable numbers: 51177001027, 7001027
• Color: Topasblau Metallic - 364
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and fitment for BMW X5 E53

The presented fuel filler flap has been designed specifically for the BMW X5 E53 body structure, ensuring it maintains the correct geometry, body lines, and mounting method. Its original BMW origin ensures precise alignment with the wheel arch and fuel filler door, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of leaks or rubbing against adjacent body panels.

Topasblau Metallic - 364 color and aesthetic value

The flap is factory-painted in Topasblau Metallic - 364, a color characteristic of many BMW X5 E53 units. This allows it to:

• facilitate the maintenance of a uniform paint surface along the entire side of the vehicle,
• reduce the need for full repainting of the component after installation,
• allow for the aesthetic replacement of a damaged or corroded flap.

The metallic shade ensures consistency with the factory body finish, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and visual restorations.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered fuel filler flap is a used part, which allows you to combine original quality with a more favorable purchase cost compared to a new component. This type of component is a good choice for maintenance repairs when the priority is to maintain the factory look and construction while optimizing the service budget.

Application in the fuel filler system

As an element from the Fuel filler covers and accessories category, the flap is responsible for protecting the filler neck from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. A properly selected and installed flap:

• supports the protection of the fuel filler cap area against corrosion,
• limits the ingress of dirt into the filler zone,
• maintains the aesthetic side line of the body.

For a full understanding of the role of this element in the context of the entire fuel system, it is worth reading the article describing the operation and maintenance of the fuel system: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

Benefits of choosing an original BMW flap

Choosing an original BMW X5 Series 1 E53 Fill In Flap Fuel Cover Topasblau Metallic Blue brings a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fitment – maintaining the correct shape, bending radii, and mounting points.
• Paint consistency – color compliant with the factory BMW palette, which makes it easier to match the existing body paint.
• Economical repair – a used part allows you to reduce costs while maintaining original manufacturing quality.

If you want to plan your body and fuel system repair budget more broadly, the guide on the cost-effectiveness of using used parts may be helpful: how to save on car service using used OEM parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional flaps, covers, or filler accessories, check out the available parts in the BMW fuel filler covers and accessories category.