{"title":"Bonnets \u0026 Boot Lids","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials: Steel, Aluminium, and Carbon Fibre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost factory car bonnets and boot lids are pressed steel, though a growing number of vehicles use aluminium for these larger flat panels to reduce overall vehicle weight, particularly on premium and performance models. Aluminium bonnets and boot lids require different repair techniques from steel, since standard panel beating approaches can weaken the material, making straight replacement the more common choice over attempted repair on aluminium panels. Some performance and aftermarket applications use carbon fibre bonnets specifically to reduce front-end weight, though these typically sit outside standard insurance replacement and are treated as a specialist aftermarket upgrade rather than a like-for-like repair part.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne Category, Two Naming Conventions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis category covers the same two panels described by different terms depending on the region. A car bonnet is called a hood in North American terminology, and a boot lid is called a trunk lid, but both pairs refer to identical components: the front panel covering the engine bay, and the rear panel covering the boot or trunk space. Listings on this page use both sets of terms interchangeably, so whichever naming convention you search with, you will find the correct part.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCar Bonnet and Hood Replacement: Common Causes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront-end collision damage, from a minor car park knock-through to a more significant impact requiring full panel replacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHail damage across the flat panel surface, where a full bonnet replacement is often more cost-effective than extensive dent repair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRust is developing along the front edge or around the hinge mounting points on older vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA previous poor-quality repair that has failed or no longer closes and latches correctly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCar bonnet replacement follows the same process whether the damage came from a collision, hail, or rust, since the panel itself, hinges, and latch mechanism are identical parts regardless of naming convention or cause.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoot Lid and Trunk Lid Replacement Considerations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoot lid replacement and car trunk replacement both address rear panel damage, typically from reversing incidents, hail, or rust developing around the boot seal and hinge mounting area. Unlike a bonnet, a boot lid often houses a number plate light, boot release mechanism, and sometimes a spoiler mount, all of which generally need to transfer across during replacement. Confirming whether your vehicle's boot lid includes these additional fittings, and whether they are included with a replacement panel or need to be sourced separately, avoids surprises during fitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonnet Air Vents: Function and Fitment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBonnet air vents are found on performance-oriented and some ute and 4WD models, serving to release hot air from the engine bay and, in some cases, improve aerodynamic downforce at speed. These vents are typically integrated into the bonnet panel itself rather than added as a separate accessory, meaning a bonnet with air vents generally cannot be retrofitted with vents after the fact without significant fabrication work. Where your vehicle is originally fitted with bonnet air vents, replacement panels should be ordered with this feature specified, since a standard non-vented bonnet will not match the factory appearance or function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Panel vs Skin Only Replacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimilar to door replacement, both a car bonnet and a boot lid can sometimes be repaired with a skin-only panel rather than a full assembly, provided the underlying frame and hinge mounting points remain structurally sound. A full assembly replacement is required where the frame itself has bent, cracked, or rusted through, rather than just the visible outer surface. Confirming which level of damage applies to your specific repair, ideally with a visual inspection, helps avoid ordering a more expensive full assembly when a skin-only panel would suffice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitting a Replacement Bonnet or Boot Lid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHinges and gas struts or support rods generally transfer from the old panel to the new one, assuming they are undamaged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLatch mechanisms and any wiring for badges, cameras, or lights should be carefully disconnected and reconnected during the swap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanel alignment should be checked and adjusted at the hinge before final tightening, so gaps sit even on both sides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA test close and open cycle before final adjustment helps confirm correct latch engagement and panel fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy Your Car Bonnet or Boot Lid From CBT Auto Parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitment is checked against your exact make, model, and feature set, including air vents, before dispatch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth car bonnet and hood terminology are covered, alongside boot lid and trunk lid options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanel orders ship within 24 to 48 hours, tracked door to door across Australia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSits alongside Doors and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cbtautoparts.com\/collections\/fenders?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=+Fenders+\u0026amp;_psid=26b5ce13e\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFenders \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003efor a complete front or rear panel refresh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupport team available to confirm skin-only versus full assembly requirements before you order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0406\/2450\/collections\/Bonnets_Boot_Lids.jpg?v=1783803849","url":"https:\/\/cbtautoparts.com\/collections\/bonnets-boot-lids.oembed","provider":"CBT Auto Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}