BMW 3 Series E90 Cover Dashboard Dash Trim Silver Brushed Aluminum Left N/S

BMW 3 Series E90 Cover Dashboard Dash Trim Silver Brushed Aluminum Left N/S is an original interior component designed for factory installation in 3 Series E90 models. Thanks to its precise fit and aesthetic finish, it allows for a visually consistent repair or refreshment of the cockpit, maintaining the characteristic BMW style. This is a solution for users who expect original manufacturing quality and compatibility with the factory dashboard.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7132856
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6982458
• Substitutable numbers: 51168036030, 51166982458, 6982458, 51456982456, 1610141200
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Silver
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90

The presented trim is a component from the Dashboard group, designed specifically for the interior of the BMW 3 Series E90 generation. Its placement on the left side of the cockpit ensures compatibility with the factory dashboard layout, which facilitates installation and allows for the preservation of the original geometry and styling lines. Thanks to its OEM design, the trim works with factory mounting points without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

Surface finish and color

The element is finished in a silver brushed aluminum shade, which gives the interior a modern, understated character and blends well with other BMW trim pieces. The silver color has been selected to harmonize with the factory dashboard materials, steering wheel, and center console, creating a visually cohesive cockpit. The brushed surface structure reduces the visibility of minor operational scratches and fingerprints, which translates into more practical daily use.

Function in the dashboard structure

The trim serves a decorative and protective function within the dashboard, masking parts of the support structure and the edges of adjacent panels. When properly installed, it stabilizes the surrounding trim elements, reducing unwanted play and potential rattles while driving. Thanks to its factory profile, it ensures smooth transitions between adjacent cockpit components, which is important for both aesthetics and ergonomics.

Condition, origin, and service application

The element comes from the original BMW production line and is intended as a spare part for service processes, post-accident repairs, and interior restoration. The used nature of the product makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. The trim is particularly useful in situations where the existing element is cracked, scratched, or deformed, and the goal is to restore the factory look of the dashboard without interfering with the cockpit structure.

Benefits of using the original trim

Using this decorative trim allows for:

• maintaining a consistent interior style in line with the BMW design,
• preserving the factory fitment of dashboard elements,
• reducing the risk of installation problems typical of low-quality replacements,
• aesthetically refreshing the driver's area on the left side of the cockpit.

As a result, this product is a practical solution for users who care about the technical and visual condition of their interior, without the need for a costly replacement of the entire dashboard.

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

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