BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Centre Console Left Side Trim Panel N/S Black 0117828

The BMW E70 E71 Left Trim Cover Tunnel Housing is an item from the Dashboard Components category, designed for installation on the left side of the center tunnel in BMW E70 and E71 series vehicles. The black finish helps maintain a cohesive interior look, and the construction compliant with factory BMW standards facilitates integration with the existing cockpit layout.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6973483
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6973483
• Substitutable numbers: 51166973483, 6973483, 0117828, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and Function of the Component

The left tunnel housing trim in BMW E70/E71 is responsible for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the driver's side of the center tunnel. The appropriately selected shape ensures:

• a seamless connection with the dashboard and center console,
• coverage of the tunnel edges and mounting points,
• maintenance of the original BMW interior styling line.

This allows the vehicle's interior to maintain an organized appearance, and the structural elements of the tunnel remain hidden from the user.

Color Scheme and Visual Matching

The trim is finished in black, which matches the typical color scheme of BMW E70 and E71 interiors. This color choice:

• facilitates integration with factory dashboard panels,
• reduces the visibility of minor dirt,
• allows for a uniform cockpit character.

The component is designed for installation on the left side of the tunnel, which is important for both correct fitment and maintaining the original interior geometry.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The trim has been designed as a component compliant with solutions used by BMW in E70/E71 models. This means that:

• its geometry is adapted to the factory center tunnel,
• provision has been made for original mounting points,
• it can replace a part with corresponding reference numbers used in this series.

The product belongs to the BMW group and is a used item, which in practice means retaining the original construction at a more favorable cost compared to new components. Replacing the trim allows for restoring the correct appearance of the tunnel in case of mechanical damage or visual wear.

Application in the Dashboard Components Category

As part of the Dashboard Components category, the left tunnel housing trim influences the overall cockpit aesthetics and user comfort. A correctly selected component:

• eliminates unsightly gaps and misalignments around the tunnel,
• stabilizes adjacent trim panels,
• helps maintain the factory line of the dashboard.

This solution is particularly beneficial for comprehensive interior restoration or for returning a vehicle to a factory-like condition after repairs.

Offer Supplement and Additional Information

If you are looking for other items from the BMW Dashboard Components category, check out the BMW dashboards available in our store to complete the set of components for your interior.

You can find more about the importance of original parts and their impact on the character of a premium car in the article Audi and pure emotion – how used parts help maintain the brand's DNA, which shows why choosing the right components is crucial for other premium manufacturers as well.