BMW E60 E61 Cover Trim Panel Dashboard Frame Center Wood Poplar 6951023

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BMW E60 E61 Cover Trim Panel Dashboard Frame Center Wood Poplar is an original, used center dashboard trim panel designed for BMW 5 Series E60 and E61 models. This component allows for maintaining a consistent, elegant look of the cockpit, especially in versions with poplar wood trim. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures precise fitment to the dashboard and an aesthetic finish for the central part of the interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6951023-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6951023
• Substitutable numbers: 51456951023, 6951023
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the dashboard

The described center dashboard panel has been designed specifically for the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 interior as a decorative and protective element. Its task is to aesthetically frame the central part of the cockpit, which integrates the center console and adjacent modules, while maintaining the consistent stylistic line of the factory interior.

The poplar wood finish highlights the premium character of the BMW interior, blending well with other decor elements of the same color. As a result, replacing a damaged or worn panel allows you to restore the original look of the dashboard without the need for a costly replacement of the entire trim set.

Construction and fitment for BMW 5 Series E60/E61

The center dashboard panel is structurally matched to the factory mounting points in the BMW E60 and E61. This means that installation is based on original clips and guides, without the need for modifications or reshaping.

• profile matched to the shape of the central part of the dashboard in the BMW 5 Series E60/E61,
• poplar wood finish, consistent with the factory interior decor,
• construction designed to work with original cockpit components.

Thanks to this, the element maintains factory geometry and the dashboard line, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged panels, or restoring the car to a condition close to the original.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered panel is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which in practice means real cost savings while maintaining the original BMW manufacturing quality. Such elements are frequently chosen for:

• interior repairs after mechanical damage,
• replacing missing pieces of decor,
• restoring the stylistic consistency of the cockpit after previous modifications.

Choosing an original, used center dashboard panel allows you to maintain stylistic compatibility with other interior elements and avoid differences in shade or texture, which are typical for low-quality replacements.

Application in service and interior renovation

The center dashboard panel in poplar wood finish is particularly useful in workshops specializing in BMW interior service and renovation, as well as for users upgrading the cockpit themselves. It works well both for replacing a single damaged element and for a comprehensive renewal of the central part of the dashboard.

In practice, using this component allows you to:

• replace a missing or cracked piece of decor,
• preserve the original character of the BMW 5 Series interior,
• reduce repair costs by using a used part.

For those who pay attention to interior finishing details, choosing an original center dashboard panel is a solution that combines functionality with the aesthetics typical of the BMW brand.

Related items from the BMW Dashboards group

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, frames, or decorative trims, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

For users interested in a broader perspective on selecting used components, including elements related to the drivetrain and equipment, the guide describing practical rules for assessing the condition of second-hand parts may be helpful – you can find it in the article Second-hand differential – what is worth knowing about used differentials, sensors, and drivetrain systems.