BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Cover Centre Console Tray Diamantschwarz Black 6988997

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Cover Centre Console Tray Diamantschwarz Black is an original interior component from the Dashboard category, designed for facelift models. Finished in an elegant black tone, it allows you to restore the cohesive look of the center tunnel and maintain the factory character of your BMW cockpit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-6988997
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6988997
• Substitutable numbers: 51166988997, 6988997, AS
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The center console cover is factory-fitted to the interior of the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 generation after the facelift (LCI), ensuring precise alignment with other cockpit panels. The component is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the area around the center tunnel, covering recesses and guides while visually organizing the entire console zone.

The original mounting geometry and correct edge profile facilitate installation and minimize the risk of unwanted play or rattling while driving. It is a practical solution when replacing a damaged, scratched, or missing cover in vehicles used on a daily basis.

Appearance and color matching

The finish in Black (Diamantschwarz) ensures consistency with the factory styling of the BMW 5 Series interior. The dark, subdued color scheme blends well with both light and dark upholstery, helping to maintain the balance between comfort and elegance characteristic of this generation.

The properly selected surface texture reduces the visibility of minor dirt and fingerprints, making it easier to keep the console clean. As a result, the component performs well in intensively used vehicles, where both aesthetics and practicality are important.

Condition, origin, and benefits of use

The component comes from the original BMW production line and is offered as a used part, which allows you to maintain factory fitment without having to resort to aftermarket replacements of uncertain quality. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• interior renovation after mechanical or operational damage,
• restoring the original look of the cockpit after unsuccessful modifications,
• completing missing center tunnel elements.

Using an original center console cover helps maintain stylistic consistency, which is important for both user comfort and the potential resale value of the vehicle.

Dashboard integration and ergonomics

As a part from the Dashboard group, the cover works with adjacent panels to create a uniform, organized surface in the central part of the interior. A properly installed component reduces the risk of gaps where dirt can accumulate and improves the overall ergonomics of the console area.

Stable mounting and the correct shape affect the ease of use of storage compartments and controls located in this part of the interior, which is especially important in cars covering high mileage in city and highway traffic.

Additional information and related products

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 console panels, tunnel covers, or storage compartment trims, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboard category.

If you are interested in a broader approach to car modernization and want to better plan the use of used components for modifications, take a look at our guide How to increase engine power: a practical guide to engine tuning with used parts, which will help you consciously combine interior aesthetics with improved vehicle performance.