BMW E90 E91 E93 Ashtray Ash Tray Front Centre Console 7078571

BMW E90 E91 E93 Ashtray Ash Tray Front Centre Console is an original interior component from the Dashboards category, designed for installation in the front part of the cabin. Specifically engineered for the BMW E90, E91, and E93 series, it ensures a cohesive cockpit look, convenient access for the driver and passenger, and an aesthetic finish to the center console.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7132380
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7078571
• Substitutable numbers: 7078571, 51167132380, 7132380, 51167129555, 7129555, 51167078571
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and compatibility for BMW E90, E91, E93

The presented ashtray is a component intended for installation in the front part of the dashboard in BMW 3 Series E90, E91, and E93 models. Thanks to its factory design, it maintains the stylistic lines of the cockpit, fits original mounting points, and integrates seamlessly with other center console elements.

Its placement in the driver and front passenger area ensures convenient access while helping to keep the cabin tidy. The component complies with BMW's factory ergonomics concept, facilitating easy installation and daily use.

Construction and function within the dashboard

The front ashtray serves as a practical storage compartment for small waste or accessories, while aesthetically closing off the space in the console. The construction is integrated with the dashboard panel, allowing it to form a uniform surface with other interior elements when closed.

As a part from the Dashboards group, this element influences the overall appearance of the cockpit – its proper fit minimizes gaps, squeaks, and unwanted play, which translates into acoustic and visual comfort within the vehicle's interior.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered ashtray is a used part sourced from dismantling, which allows for maintaining the original BMW specification while optimizing the costs of interior repair or renovation. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• repairing a damaged or worn ashtray in the front part of the cockpit,
• restoring the factory look of the dashboard after a collision or interference with the console,
• completing missing interior elements after previous modifications.

Choosing an original, used component allows for maintaining color and material consistency with other interior parts, which is crucial for precise visual repairs.

Benefits of using an original BMW ashtray

Using a factory ashtray in the front dashboard of a BMW 3 Series E90/E91/E93 ensures:

• secure fit to factory mounting points – no need for modifications or adjustments,
• stylistic consistency with other cockpit components,
• preservation of the ergonomics intended by the manufacturer,
• the possibility of economical interior repair while maintaining the car's original character.

For workshops and individual users, this means shorter installation time, lower risk of fitment issues, and a predictable final result after the repair is completed.

Installation zone and related interior elements

The ashtray is installed in the front cockpit zone, in the immediate vicinity of other dashboard components, such as control panels, storage compartments, or center console trim elements. Proper installation affects the stability of the entire center module as well as the comfort of using switches and storage compartments in this area.

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

Technical support and repair cost optimization

When planning interior repairs or other vehicle sub-assemblies, it is worth considering the impact of used parts on the total service cost. Selecting the right components, such as original BMW cockpit elements, often allows for significant expense reduction while maintaining high repair quality. You can find more about optimizing service costs using used parts in the article Volkswagen 1.9 TDI vs 1.4 TSI – evolution of VW engines and repair costs, which shows how to consciously approach the selection of components in various cars.