BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Leather Cover Centre Console Armrest Beige 7147213

Beige Leather Center Console Armrest Cover for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI is an original interior part designed for installation in the front cabin area. This product, categorized under Dashboards, allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of a worn-out cover, restoring the cohesive look of the cockpit and the comfort of forearm support. This used, factory BMW part ensures a precise fit with the LCI version of the center console.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7147213
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7157813
• Substitutable numbers: 7147213, 51167147213
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Beige
• Category: Centre Consoles & Dashboards

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI

The armrest cover has been specifically designed for the facelifted (LCI) BMW 3 Series E90/E91 models, ensuring it retains the factory geometry and seam lines with the center console. Its placement in the front interior guarantees compatibility with the standard armrest mechanism and factory mounting points, requiring no modifications.

Being an original BMW part means it adheres to factory quality standards, and its fit with other cockpit components is predictable and repeatable. This is particularly important when replacing a worn or damaged cover, where maintaining a uniform interior design line is a priority.

Material, Color, and Interior Integration

The cover is made of leather in an elegant beige color, matching light interior configurations of the BMW 3 Series. This shade allows for harmonious integration with the dashboard, door panels, and other upholstery elements, avoiding a visual "cutoff" effect.

The leather finish provides a pleasant-to-touch surface for forearm support, enhancing ergonomics during longer drives. Simultaneously, the material's structure is resistant to typical operational stresses in the center console area, such as frequent opening, closing, or contact with clothing.

Functional Role and Installation Aspects

The leather armrest cover serves several important functions in the daily operation of the vehicle:

• provides stable and comfortable support for the driver and front passenger,
• protects the armrest mechanism and storage compartment from dirt,
• visually tidies the central part of the cockpit, creating a cohesive console surface.

As a component from the Dashboards category, it is structurally designed to fit the standard BMW interior layout, facilitating installation for those involved in professional servicing and cabin restoration. Replacing the cover allows for a refresh of a key area that is constantly visible and heavily used.

Product Condition and Application in Interior Restoration

The armrest cover is a used part, making it a sensible choice for a budget-friendly yet high-quality restoration of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI interior. Using a genuine used part helps maintain the factory character of the cockpit without resorting to aftermarket alternatives with uncertain fitment.

This solution is particularly useful for:

• local repair of a worn or frayed armrest,
• restoring color consistency after previous modifications,
• preparing the car for resale with an emphasis on cabin aesthetics.

Expanding the BMW Cockpit Area – Related Components

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

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