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MUC6659 - Crossbrace Body Part Land Rover Range Rover

MUC6659 - Crossbrace – Lock Panel To Body – LH

- €69,60
€69,60
€69,60 - €69,60
€69,60
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Crossbrace, Lock Panel to Body. Left-hand structural brace from the grille, top panel and brace assembly at the front of the vehicle.

It ties the bonnet lock panel back to the bodyside, keeping the front panel and grille aperture in alignment and holding the bonnet lock in position so the cable bonnet release operates correctly. One is fitted per vehicle; the right-hand brace is a separate part.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1987-2006 (L315) — Grille, Top Panel & Braces (cable bonnet release), section 225. Qty 1 per vehicle.
DEFENDER 2007-2016 (Puma) — Grille, Top Panel & Braces (cable bonnet release), from VIN (V)7A000001, section 130.
JLR comment: LH. AllMakes qualtext: LH - Lock panel to body.
Alternative Codes
MUC6659

Available to order 2–3 weeks

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When will my order arrive?

This item is ordered from our supplier on request. Typical lead time is 2–3 weeks from order confirmation.

  • Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days after dispatch.
  • Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days after dispatch.
  • Outside EU/UK: contact us for an estimate.

Need it faster? Express import available in 2–5 business days — contact us before ordering.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MUC6659 crossbrace and what does it do?
The MUC6659 is the left-hand lock panel to body crossbrace at the front of the Defender. It ties the bonnet lock panel back to the bodyside, keeping the front panel and grille aperture aligned and holding the bonnet lock so the cable release works correctly.
Which side is this brace, and is the other side included?
This is the left-hand brace, and one is fitted per vehicle. The right-hand brace is a separate part, so check which side you need before ordering. The two braces work together to locate the front panel across the vehicle.
Which Land Rovers does the MUC6659 fit?
The MUC6659 fits the Land Rover Defender up to 2016, covering the 1987-2006 models and the 2007-2016 Puma from VIN 7A000001. If you're unsure, confirm your front panel uses the cable bonnet release before ordering.