Armrest Trim BMW E60 E61 LCI Centre Console Arm Rest Cover Leather Beige 6985252

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Armrest Trim BMW E60 E61 LCI Centre Console Arm Rest Cover Leather Beige is an original interior component designed for facelifted BMW 5 Series models, allowing you to restore the cohesive look of the center console. The beige leather harmonizes with light-colored upholstery, and the factory-grade fit ensures proper alignment with the console. It is a practical solution for drivers who want to aesthetically renew the armrest without interfering with the interior structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6985252
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6985252
• Substitutable numbers: 6985252, 51166985252
• Color: Beige
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and compatibility with BMW

The cover is designed as a Console Parts component dedicated to the center tunnel of the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 LCI version. This ensures the preservation of factory hinge geometry, mounting points, and edge profiles, which facilitates installation in place of a worn or damaged cover. As a result, there is no need for modifications or adjustments – the construction is consistent with the manufacturer's original design.

Material and finish

The top layer is made of beige leather, color-matched to light BMW interior configurations. The leather finish provides a pleasant-to-the-touch, understated surface character that performs well in daily use. The material structure is designed to minimize the visibility of minor signs of wear and to facilitate cleaning using standard automotive leather care products.

Utility and ergonomics

The armrest cover plays an important role in daily vehicle use, combining aesthetic and practical functions. It is responsible for:

• protecting the center console storage compartment from cabin dirt,
• creating a stable support surface for the driver's and passenger's forearm,
• maintaining a consistent stylistic line of the center tunnel.

Thanks to the factory profile, the cover works seamlessly with the armrest opening mechanism, which translates into predictable operation and convenient access to the space underneath. The ergonomic shape promotes comfort during longer drives, reducing arm fatigue while steering.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered cover comes from disassembly, meaning it is a used part that retains the features of original BMW equipment. Such elements are frequently chosen for interior repairs because they allow for maintaining the consistency of materials and colors with other cabin components. A used armrest cover is a cost-effective solution that is also compliant with the vehicle's factory specifications.

Benefits of using an original cover

Using an original beige leather armrest cover provides a number of practical benefits:

• Cohesive interior look – maintaining a uniform color scheme and material texture within the console area.
• Factory fit – no need to modify mounts or hinges.
• Comfort of use – stable forearm support and predictable operation of the opening mechanism.
• A sensible choice for repairs – the ability to refresh the interior without investing in a complete console overhaul.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the center tunnel area in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as side panels, frames, or additional storage modules, check out the available parts in the BMW Console Parts category.

When choosing parts from disassembly, it is worth learning about the specifics of such solutions and verifying popular opinions about them – the article Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know, which discusses the advantages and limitations of using used components in a car in an accessible way, will be helpful.