BMW E90 E91 Centre Console Leather Armrest Dakota Black Terra

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BMW E90 E91 Centre Console Leather Armrest Dakota Black Terra is an original centre console component designed for the 3 Series E90/E91 models. It provides comfortable forearm support, improves console ergonomics, and aesthetically complements the interior with its Dakota black leather finish, blending perfectly with the factory cabin trim.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7130692-5
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7130692
• Substitutable numbers: 51167130692, 7130692, 51167157814, 7157814
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91

The presented armrest is a central interior component mounted on the tunnel between the front seats. As part of the Dashboards group, it has been designed specifically for the cockpit geometry of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91, which ensures proper fitment with the centre console, correct opening alignment, and stable mounting.

The original design ensures the preservation of factory ergonomics: convenient access to the gear lever, control panel, and console storage compartment, without the need for modifications or adjustments to the mounts.

Construction, material, and colour

The armrest is made of a load-bearing plastic structure covered with Dakota leather upholstery in Black Terra. The black surface integrates well with typical BMW interior configurations, creating a visually cohesive set with the dashboard, door panels, and centre tunnel.

The leather finish provides a pleasant-to-touch texture that is resistant to daily use. The armrest cover construction is designed to distribute forearm pressure evenly, which reduces fatigue during long drives and improves driving comfort.

Functionality in daily use

The centre armrest plays a key role in the ergonomics of the BMW 3 Series cabin, combining support with console space organisation. Thanks to its well-chosen height and position angle, it enables:

• stable arm support during highway and city driving,
• more convenient operation of the controls on the centre console,
• aesthetic closure of the centre tunnel space.

The Black colour allows for easy integration of the element into both dark and contrasting interior configurations, maintaining the consistent, factory character of the cockpit.

Condition, origin, and benefits of using a used part

The item comes from dismantling and is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair or restoration of the factory interior look without the need to invest in a new component. Its original origin ensures dimensional compatibility with the dashboard and centre console, as well as proper operation of the opening mechanism.

Choosing an original armrest from the secondary market is a sensible solution when renovating older BMW E90/E91 models, especially when the priority is to maintain material and colour consistency with other cabin elements.

If you want to learn more about the benefits of using dismantled parts when servicing older cars, it is worth reading the article on repairing older models using used parts, which discusses the practical aspects of such a solution.

Integration with the BMW cockpit component group

The centre armrest is part of a larger system of interior elements, including the dashboard, centre tunnel, and covers and panels in the driver and passenger area. Its proper fit is important not only for aesthetics but also for utility – it affects the comfort of operating switches, storage compartments, and other console components.

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 additional trim modules, check the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

Summary

BMW E90 E91 Centre Console Leather Armrest Dakota Black Terra is a practical and aesthetic centre console element that restores factory driving comfort and a cohesive interior look. The original design, tailored to the 3 Series cockpit geometry, facilitates installation and ensures a proper connection with the dashboard, serving as a functional addition to the driver and passenger area.