BMW F30 F31 F80 M3 F80 M4 Cover Centre Console Armrest Black Leather 9285135

BMW F30 F31 F80 M3 F80 M4 Cover Centre Console Armrest Black Leather is an original centre console armrest cover designed for 3 Series and M3/M4 models. This component allows for a technically correct replacement of a worn cover, restoring a cohesive interior look while maintaining factory ergonomics. Thanks to its black leather finish, it blends perfectly with standard BMW upholstery and maintains a uniform cabin character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9285135
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9285135
• Substitutable numbers: 9285135, 51169285135, 9235449, 51169235449, KD
• Color: Black
• Category: Centre & Overhead Consoles

Purpose and fitment

The armrest cover is designed for the factory centre console in BMW F30 and F31 models, as well as the high-performance F80 M3 and F80 M4 variants. The construction, based on the manufacturer's original design, ensures proper fitment with the hinge and console body, without the need for modifications or forced adjustments.

As a part from the Centre and roof consoles group, this element provides comfortable forearm support for the driver and passenger and serves as an aesthetic closure for the centre tunnel storage compartment. The use of original mounting geometry facilitates installation and reduces the risk of unwanted play or rattling during operation.

Material, colour and finish

The cover is manufactured based on an OEM design, with an outer layer finished in black leather. This choice of material allows for consistency with factory seats, door panels, and other upholstery elements, while providing a pleasant-to-the-touch support for daily driving.

The Black colour is standard in many BMW interior configurations, allowing the cover to integrate harmoniously with the dashboard, centre tunnel, and other cockpit components. The leather finish elevates the visual quality of the cabin and helps maintain a uniform, understated interior character, which is particularly important in M3 and M4 versions.

Functional characteristics

As a frequently used component, the armrest cover is subject to point loads, opening and closing of the storage compartment, and contact with clothing. The use of the original design ensures:

• stable forearm support during highway and city driving,
• proper operation of the console storage opening mechanism,
• a visually consistent look of the centre tunnel after replacing a worn part.

The used nature of the part allows for an economical replacement while maintaining factory specifications, which is beneficial for both post-accident repairs and refreshing the vehicle's interior.

Why choose an original armrest cover

Using an original armrest cover in the BMW F30, F31, F80 M3, and F80 M4 minimizes the risk of installation issues typical of aftermarket replacements. Factory geometry and proper structural rigidity translate into secure mounting and predictable performance during use.

For users who value maintaining the original character of the cabin, the Black leather finish is a sensible choice – it allows for stylistic consistency while improving perceived comfort compared to hard plastics. It is a practical solution both for interior restoration and when preparing the car for sale.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre tunnel area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional panels, frames, or covers, check out the available parts in the BMW centre and roof consoles category.

For drivers interested in the technical background of solutions used in modern BMWs and other premium brands, including all-wheel-drive systems and their associated components, the article xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems from BMW, Mercedes, Audi and VW, which discusses the design and service differences between individual systems, may be helpful.