BMW F80 M3 F82 M4 Decor Panel Trim Centre Console Cover Aluminium Blade 8046113

The BMW F80 M3 / F82 M4 Center Console Trim Panel Aluminium Blade is an original interior trim element from the Console Parts group, designed for installation in the front cabin area. The aluminum center console trim strip gives the interior a cohesive, sporty character and maintains the factory aesthetic of the M3 and M4 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-8046113
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8046113
• Substitutable numbers: 8046113, 51168046113, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Application and Function in the Car

The center console trim panel is a finishing element installed in the front interior zone, in the area of the center tunnel. It is responsible for the aesthetic framing of the central part of the cockpit, visually integrating the gear shifter, vehicle system controls, and other console elements.

In BMW F80 M3 and F82 M4 versions, the Aluminium Blade finish panel emphasizes the sporty character of the cabin while ensuring consistency with other dashboard and door trims. Using an original element allows for maintaining the factory interior look without compromising fit and surface quality.

Aluminium Blade Construction and Styling

The Aluminium Blade finish is characterized by its precise surface structure, typical of sporty BMW M variants. The subtly brushed texture and light metallic shade harmonize well with the dark console materials and upholstery, creating a clear visual contrast.

The panel is designed as an OEM part, meaning it retains factory lines, shape, and mounting points. This ensures uniform gaps, proper fit with adjacent components, and no unwanted stresses that could cause squeaking or loosening of the element during operation.

Benefits of Using an Original Panel

Using an original center console trim panel in the BMW F80 M3 / F82 M4 offers a range of practical and aesthetic benefits:

• maintaining a cohesive interior appearance consistent with the factory specification of M versions,
• precise fit to the center tunnel structure without requiring modifications,
• preserving the high quality of the Aluminium Blade surface and structure,
• the possibility of aesthetically replacing a worn, scratched, or damaged element,
• enhanced vehicle value upon resale due to the retention of original interior components.

For users who pay attention to interior details, it is particularly important that the original trim panel avoids differences in shade, texture, or gloss, which are typical of lower-quality aftermarket alternatives.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The offered panel is a used part from disassembly, making it an attractive service solution for BMW F80 M3 and F82 M4 owners looking for original trim elements within a reasonable budget. A used OEM component is often the best compromise between build quality and the cost of repair or interior refresh.

The element is suitable for both replacing a damaged console after a collision and for refurbishing the cabin of intensively used cars. Thanks to its factory design, installation is based on original mounting points, facilitating work for workshops specializing in the BMW brand.

Integration with BMW Electronics and Other Modules

In modern BMW 3 and 5 Series models, as well as M versions, multimedia systems and control modules play a key role in user comfort. When working on the center console – for example, during the replacement of a trim panel – there is often a need to simultaneously service electronic components such as controllers or comfort modules. BMW owners interested in a broader range of work on electronics and the iDrive system are recommended to read the article: Driving Pleasure for Years – How to Care for iDrive Systems and Electronic Modules in BMW 3 and 5 Series Models Using Used Parts?

Expanding Console Area Modernization in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the center console area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as trim panels, bezels, or tunnel covers, check the available parts in the BMW Console Parts category.