Centre Console Cover BMW E60 E61 LCI Trim Frame Wood Poplar Light 6974720

Centre Console Cover BMW E60 E61 LCI Trim Frame Wood Poplar Light is an original, used center console trim frame designed for facelifted BMW 5 Series models. This component provides an aesthetic finish to the front console, ensuring a cohesive interior look and secure mounting for accessories. Thanks to the light poplar wood decor, the interior gains a more elegant and organized character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-6974720
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6974720
• Substitutable numbers: 51166974720, 6974720, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The described center console frame is a component from the Dashboard category, mounted in the front part of the driver's cabin. It is responsible for the aesthetic framing of the center tunnel, visually integrating the control panel, gear lever, and other console components. Using an original BMW part allows for maintaining the factory styling line and proper fitment with adjacent panels.

The light poplar wood gives the interior a more luxurious character while remaining consistent with the factory trim packages used in the facelifted BMW E60 and E61. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged or heavily worn frame, where maintaining color and material consistency is a priority.

Construction and finish design

The center console frame is designed as a stable, rigid support element for the light poplar wood decor. The construction features precise mounting points, ensuring that the part does not move or generate unwanted noises while driving. The applied wood finish is integrated with the carrier, which reduces the risk of the veneer peeling off when installed correctly.

The decor surface is smooth and easy to maintain, facilitating daily use. The carefully selected shade of light poplar wood blends well with both dark and light upholstery, creating a cohesive, organized cockpit. Using an original BMW part helps avoid differences in shade and texture typical of aftermarket replacements.

Benefits of using the original console frame

Using this center console frame in the BMW E60/E61 LCI offers a number of practical benefits:

• factory fitment to the geometry of the dashboard and center tunnel,
• visual consistency with other interior trim elements,
• stable mounting of console accessories,
• aesthetic masking of gaps and structural edges.

For users who want to keep the interior in a condition close to factory-new, choosing an original frame is a more predictable solution than installing random aftermarket parts. A used OEM component also allows for optimizing the costs of repair or interior refreshment while maintaining high build quality.

Product condition and service application

The offered center console frame is a used component, which in practice means it may show signs of normal wear but remains fully functional for installation. This type of part is perfect for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged trim, or gradual restoration of the facelifted BMW 5 Series interior.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry and mounting points, the installation process is predictable for an experienced mechanic or upholsterer. In many cases, replacing the center console frame significantly improves the visual perception of the cabin, especially if the previous element was scratched, cracked, or deformed.

Expanding your BMW interior upgrade

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as decorative panels, air vent surrounds, or tunnel covers, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

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