BMW X5 Series E53 6 Trunk Lid Bottom Lower Boot Tailgate Black Sapphire Metalli

BMW X5 Series E53 6 Trunk Lid Bottom Lower Boot Tailgate Black Sapphire Metalli is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle, ideal for accident repairs or replacing a worn-out tailgate. This used tailgate in Black Sapphire Metallic paint helps maintain a consistent body appearance and factory body lines. By retaining OEM geometry, it provides a solid base for precise fitting and further painting or assembly work.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7130827-BS6
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7130827
• Substitutable numbers: 41627130827, 7130827, 41627008359, 7008359
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Tail Lifts

Purpose and fitment for BMW X5 E53

The presented tailgate has been designed specifically for the rear body section of the BMW X5 E53 generation. Its placement in the rear zone ensures compatibility with factory mounting points, hinges, and luggage compartment seals. Maintaining the original construction facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Thanks to the use of factory body geometry, the tailgate allows for proper alignment of gaps between body panels, which translates into aesthetics and correct closing of the trunk. This is particularly important for post-collision repairs, where the stability and dimensional repeatability of the component are crucial.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The tailgate is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475, characteristic of many BMW X5 E53 units. For the user, this means the possibility of:

• reducing the scope of painting when the body shade is similar,
• easier visual matching to the existing paint coating,
• maintaining a consistent, elegant appearance of the vehicle's rear section.

The metallic Black Sapphire paint harmonizes well with the X5 body line, emphasizing the characteristic contours and the SUV's silhouette. In the case of a full paint restoration, the tailgate serves as a stable, factory-made load-bearing element for the new coating.

Characteristics of the used component

The tailgate comes from dismantling, which allows for combining a favorable purchase cost with the preservation of the original BMW construction. A used component is a good solution for:

• accident repairs, where compliance with factory dimensions is essential,
• reducing costs compared to new body parts,
• preserving the original character of the vehicle.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition, preparation for painting, and inspection of mounting points, in accordance with procedures used in body and paint repairs.

Application in body repairs and upgrades

The tailgate from the Loading Tailgates category is a key element of the rear body section – it is responsible for closing the luggage compartment, ensuring tightness, and the proper operation of the lock and actuators. In practice, it is used both for typical accident repairs and for visual upgrades of the vehicle, e.g., during a comprehensive body refresh.

If you want to better plan the body repair process using dismantled parts, it is worth checking out the guide describing the selection and installation of used body parts: Bodywork and chassis – accident repairs using dismantled parts.

Expanding BMW rear body repairs

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 covers, panels, or loading components, check the available parts in the BMW Loading Tailgates category.