BMW 3 Series 3 E90 E91 Cover Centre Console Trim Ashtray Gear Surround Titan 90

BMW 3 Series 3 E90 E91 Cover Centre Console Trim Ashtray Gear Surround Titan is an original interior component designed for installation in the front part of the cabin. This component from the Dashboards group allows you to restore the consistent look of the center tunnel, ensuring factory-standard stylistic and structural fit for the 3 Series E90 and E91 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-6970136-3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6970136
• Substitutable numbers: 51166970136, 6970136, 7118029, 7118040, 7078571, 7129555
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the BMW cockpit

The presented center console cover covers the area around the gear shifter and the integrated ashtray zone, creating a cohesive trim panel in the front part of the interior. The element has been designed specifically for the 3 Series E90/E91, ensuring it maintains the correct parting lines, mounting geometry, and the characteristic Titan finish typical of factory BMW configurations.

This solution allows for the aesthetic replacement of a worn or damaged panel without interfering with the structure of the center tunnel. The factory form and profile facilitate installation and ensure proper fitment with adjacent dashboard and tunnel components.

Construction, design, and fitment

The center console cover is manufactured as a single panel encompassing the gear shifter surround and the ashtray area, which minimizes the number of joints and potential rattles. The Titan finish gives the interior a characteristic, understated look that blends well with other elements of the BMW 3 Series cockpit.

Key structural advantages include:

• dedicated fitment to the geometry of the center tunnel in the E90/E91,
• preservation of original parting lines between the console and the dashboard,
• consistent panel surface for easy cleaning,
• integration of the ashtray zone with the gear shifter surround.

As a result, the entire center console module regains its factory appearance, which is important for both post-accident repairs and technical interior restoration.

Mounting parameters and application

The element is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, in the center tunnel area between the driver and passenger seats. The panel's design is prepared to work with factory mounting points in the BMW 3 Series E90/E91, allowing for installation without the need for modifications to the structural interior elements. The used nature of the part means that the panel comes from vehicle dismantling while retaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for:

• restoring the factory look of the cockpit after mechanical damage,
• interior repairs after flooding or intensive use,
• completing missing center tunnel components.

Benefits of using an original console cover

Using an original center console panel in the Titan finish in a BMW 3 Series E90/E91 provides several significant functional and service benefits:

• Visual interior consistency – maintaining the factory cockpit design without differences in shade or surface texture.
• Precise fitment – matching factory mounts reduces the risk of rattles, looseness, and unwanted noises while driving.
• Easier service installation – a design compliant with the original BMW project simplifies the work of a mechanic or electrician when disassembling and reassembling the center tunnel.
• Seamless integration with other dashboard elements – the panel works with adjacent components, such as air vent frames, side tunnel covers, or control modules.

Expansion and other BMW interior elements

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 center tunnel panels, console covers, or decorative dashboard inserts, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

For inspiration on more advanced visual and mechanical modifications, including the use of dismantled parts, it is worth checking out the tuning guide available in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled components, which shows how to effectively use original components when building a cohesive car project.