BMW E60 Door Card Rear Right O/S Door Interior Panel Leather Truffle Brown

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BMW E60 Door Card Rear Right O/S Door Interior Panel Leather Truffle Brown is a factory interior trim component from the Door upholstery group, designed for installation on the rear right door in BMW 5 Series E60 models. The brown leather gives the interior a cohesive, elegant character, and the OEM construction ensures a proper fit to the door geometry and factory mounting points.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7078748
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• OEM Part Number: 7078748
• Substitutable numbers: 7078748, 51427078748, 7078612, 51427078612
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Brown
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented door card is designed for installation in the rear right section of the BMW E60 body, which guarantees compatibility with the door line, factory handles, and interior equipment elements. Thanks to the use of the original panel geometry, installation is straightforward, with no need for structural modifications.

The component belongs to the Door upholstery group, meaning it is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the door surface, integration with handles, storage compartments, and covers, as well as protecting the internal sheet metal structure from mechanical damage.

Material and color scheme

The brown leather finish ensures consistency with factory BMW E60 color packages while enhancing the visual quality of the interior. The natural texture of the leather blends well with other cockpit elements, creating a harmonious, understated passenger space.

The color choice is not only aesthetic but also practical – the brown tone is less prone to showing minor dirt than light-colored upholstery, which makes it easier to keep the interior in well-maintained condition.

Functional role and construction

The door card performs several key functions in the interior structure:

• it protects the inner door sheet metal and electrical wiring from mechanical damage,
• it creates ergonomic support surfaces for rear seat passengers,
• it allows for the integration of equipment elements, such as handles, storage compartments, or speaker grilles,
• it influences interior acoustics, limiting the penetration of outside noise through the door structure.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory panel design, the door card works with original mounts and seals, which translates into a stable fit and the absence of unwanted resonances while driving.

Benefits of using original door upholstery

Using an original door card in a BMW E60 allows you to restore a cohesive interior look after mechanical damage, upholstery wear, or modifications. Factory fitment minimizes the risk of installation issues and eliminates typical inaccuracies found in aftermarket replacements.

Replacing the panel with a brown leather element is particularly beneficial for cars equipped with leather cabin trim – it allows you to maintain a uniform color scheme and interior character consistent with the vehicle's original configuration.

Expanding your BMW interior upgrade

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or other door cards, check out the available parts in the BMW door upholstery category.

More practical information on selecting and installing used body and trim components can be found in the article Replacing body parts with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?, which discusses the technical and visual aspects of using salvaged parts in premium brand vehicles, including BMW.