BMW E65 Hood Radiator Front Grille Trim Cover Schwarz 2 Black 668 7149507

Description

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW E65 Hood Radiator Front Grille Trim Cover Schwarz 2 Black 668 is a component from the Grilles and radiator covers category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle body. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the front fascia and proper airflow direction to the radiator, maintaining the characteristic look of the BMW 7 Series E65 models. The Schwarz 2 – 668 color variant allows for a seamless match with the factory paint finish and other trim elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0399706-SCH
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0399706
• Substitutable numbers: 51130399706, 0399706, 7149507
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Schwarz 2 – 668
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The radiator grille trim cover is mounted in the front fascia area, where it serves both visual and functional purposes. This component:

• organizes the airflow directed to the radiator and other components located behind the grille,
• protects the front part of the cooling system from larger road debris,
• maintains the consistent, characteristic appearance of the BMW 7 Series E65 front end.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific body generation, the cover ensures proper alignment with adjacent bumper elements and other grille parts.

Color and visual matching

The version in the Schwarz 2 – 668 shade is intended for vehicles that utilize the factory BMW paint palette with this color designation. This allows for:

• maintaining a uniform stylistic line of the front bodywork,
• minimizing shade differences between the grille and other body elements,
• aesthetic replacement of a damaged or worn cover without the need for additional painting.

Selecting the correct color is important both for the vehicle’s appearance and for maintaining its visual value after repair.

Installation characteristics

The grille trim cover is designed as a component dedicated to a specific BMW model, which translates into:

• retaining factory mounting points within the front fascia,
• correct positioning relative to the radiator and other grille parts,
• the ability to install it in place of the original cover without interfering with the body structure.

This type of solution facilitates service and replacement in workshop conditions, and also reduces the time required to fit the component.

Component condition and service application

The presented cover comes from the used parts segment, which allows for an economical repair of the front area while maintaining the original geometry and stylistic character of the BMW. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• repairs after minor collisions involving the bumper and grille,
• restoring the vehicle’s factory appearance after mechanical damage,
• completing missing front fascia elements during restoration.

Choosing an original grille trim cover allows you to maintain visual consistency with other body elements and reduces the risk of fitment issues.

Expanding your BMW grille configuration

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front fascia area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, trim strips, or other grille segments, check out the available parts in the BMW Grilles and radiator covers category.

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