Land Rover Discovery L550 Hood Bonnet Hinge Left N/S Kaikoura Stone - 997

Land Rover Discovery L550 Hood Bonnet Hinge Left N/S Kaikoura Stone is an original component from the Hood hinges, locks, and other hood parts category, designed for the precise mounting and guidance of the hood in Land Rover vehicles. This used hinge in the factory Kaikoura Stone - 997 color helps maintain body visual consistency and proper hood opening geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: FK72-16801-AD-KST
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: FK72-16801-AD
• Substitutable numbers: FK72-16801-AD, FK7216801AD
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Bonnet Hinge
• Color: Kaikoura Stone - 997
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and technical function

The presented left hood hinge is a structural component responsible for the stable guidance of the engine compartment hood in the Land Rover Discovery L550. It is responsible for:

• controlled opening and closing movement of the hood,
• maintaining the correct position relative to the fenders and the front panel,
• reducing stress on the hood skin during operation.

The placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures a perfect fit to the factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for the preservation of the original body geometry.

Kaikoura Stone - 997 color matching

The hinge is finished in Kaikoura Stone - 997, which is significant for both aesthetic and practical reasons during body and paint repairs. By maintaining the factory shade, you can:

• minimize the scope of painting in the cowl and hood edge area,
• maintain a consistent look of structural elements visible when the hood is open,
• limit tonal differences between adjacent elements.

This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where both correct geometry and engine bay aesthetics are important.

Benefits of using an original Land Rover hinge

The original hood hinge for the Land Rover Discovery L550 provides:

• factory fit to mounting points – no need for modifications or hole adjustments,
• compliance with the body line and gaps between the hood and fenders,
• appropriate rigidity and structural durability in daily use.

The used component allows for an economical repair while maintaining parameters close to factory assembly, which is important for both private users and workshops specializing in the Land Rover brand.

Use in body and service repairs

The left hood hinge is suitable for situations where the hood opening mechanism has been damaged, deformed after a collision, or worn out due to operation. Replacing this element is crucial for:

• trouble-free service access to the engine compartment,
• safe hood closing without the risk of skipping or rubbing,
• maintaining proper fitment of front body elements.

Combined with proper hood adjustment, the hinge allows for restoring the original factory settings, which is important for both user comfort and the vehicle's future resale value.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the hood and front body area of your Land Rover and need other components from the same group, such as additional hinges, hood locks, or brackets, check out the available parts in the Land Rover hood hinges, locks, and other hood parts category.

Support in optimizing repair costs

When planning a budget for body and mechanical repairs, it is worth considering a parts selection strategy, combining used and new elements where technically justified. For a broader perspective on vehicle maintenance economics, we encourage you to read the article Economical operation of a Ford – where to look for the greatest savings in mechanical and body repairs, which discusses a practical approach to repair costs that can also be adapted when working with other brands.