BMW E90 E91 E92 Rear Seat Middle Armrest Fabric Cloth Alcantara

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E90 E91 E92 Rear Seat Middle Armrest Fabric Cloth Alcantara is a practical interior accessory that enhances the comfort of rear-seat passengers and aesthetically complements the upholstery. By combining fabric with Alcantara, the armrest fits perfectly into the interior character of the 3 Series models, providing comfortable support and a cohesive look for the rear cabin area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8036385-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8036385
• Substitutable numbers: 52208036385, 8036385
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91/E92

The presented item is a rear seat middle armrest designed for installation in the rear cabin of the BMW 3 Series E90, E91, and E92 generations. The construction is consistent with the original BMW design, which allows for maintaining the original backrest geometry and proper folding of the rear seat. The armrest is designed to integrate with the factory upholstery without the need for structural modifications to the backrest.

Materials: fabric and Alcantara

The armrest is made of a combination of upholstery fabric and Alcantara, which ensures a pleasant-to-touch surface and good resistance to daily use. Alcantara improves grip and reduces sliding, while the fabric provides a durable finish that matches the factory seat upholstery. This combination of materials is characteristic of higher-end BMW interior configurations, allowing for a consistent, orderly cabin appearance.

Function and ergonomics of the rear armrest

The rear seat middle armrest serves several important functional purposes:

• provides comfortable support for the arms of rear-seat passengers,
• stabilizes body position during longer journeys,
• supports even weight distribution on the rear seat backrest,
• aesthetically masks the internal structure of the backrest when folded.

Thanks to its factory design, the component works with the backrest mechanism, which facilitates folding and unfolding the rear seat without losing functionality.

Characteristics of the used component

The armrest comes from dismantling, which means it is an original BMW part with parameters consistent with factory specifications. The used component allows for maintaining material and color consistency with other interior elements, while also serving as an economical solution for repairing or refreshing the cabin. This type of part is particularly useful when replacing a damaged armrest or restoring the interior to its original state after modifications.

Application in the restoration and modernization of BMW interiors

Replacing the rear seat middle armrest is often part of a comprehensive interior restoration of a BMW 3 Series E90/E91/E92. This allows you to:

• remove signs of intensive use in the central part of the rear backrest,
• restore a consistent look to the upholstery after bodywork repairs,
• replace a missing or previously removed equipment element,
• maintain the original character of the cabin without using non-original solutions.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, installation proceeds in a manner similar to BMW service procedures, which facilitates work for workshops specializing in the brand.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as headrests, side backrest segments, or additional support modules, check the available parts in the Other BMW seat parts category.

For users who are considering using original components from dismantling in premium class cars as well, tips on safe vehicle servicing using proven used parts may be useful – you can find more on this topic in the article Luxury within reach – how to service a legendary Porsche brand using proven used parts.

If you are planning a broader interior modernization or tuning project and want to avoid common mistakes when choosing components from the secondary market, it is worth reading the guide Buying used car parts • Most common mistakes when choosing tuning parts, which will help you better plan the selection of cabin equipment elements.