BMW 1 SERIES E81 E82 E87 E88 Centre Console Arm Rest Armrest Black Rear Trim

The BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E87 E88 Center Console Armrest with Rear Cover is an original interior component designed for factory installation in compact BMW models. The black finish harmoniously blends with the cockpit's styling, and its precise fit for the specific 1 Series generation ensures a cohesive look and correct mounting. It's a practical choice for users looking to restore the functionality and aesthetics of the rear part of the center tunnel.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7078563
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51167143596
• Substitutable numbers: 51167078563, 7078563, 51167143596, 7143596
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and Compatibility

The presented component is a rear center console armrest dedicated to the BMW 1 Series E81, E82, E87, and E88 generations. The design is tailored for specific body styles, ensuring:

• correct mounting points in the center tunnel,
• proper fit to the dashboard and tunnel contours,
• a cohesive styling line with other interior elements.

Its placement in the rear of the center console allows for comfortable use by rear-seat passengers without altering the factory interior structure.

Construction and Color Scheme

The armrest is part of the Dashboard category, meaning it's designed as an integral part of the cockpit and center tunnel assembly. The black surface finish facilitates matching most BMW 1 Series interior color configurations and minimizes the visibility of typical wear marks.

The component includes the rear section of the armrest assembly, providing a neat finish to the center tunnel and protecting the fixings and guides located underneath. This helps maintain an organized, factory-like appearance of the interior.

Functionality in Daily Use

A properly selected BMW 1 Series center console armrest enhances the comfort of vehicle use for rear-seat passengers. A correctly installed component:

• stabilizes the rear part of the center console,
• protects internal fixings and guides from mechanical damage,
• ensures a visually cohesive division of space between the front and rear of the cabin.

This solution is particularly useful for replacing a damaged or missing part after interior repairs, cockpit upgrades, or simply when refreshing the cabin.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Using a Used Part

The offered armrest is from the group of original BMW parts and is a used item. In practice, this means it retains the factory geometry, proper fit with the dashboard, and compatibility with the manufacturer's intended mounting system. Compared to aftermarket alternatives, an original used part often provides a better visual and mounting fit while maintaining reasonable interior repair costs.

Why Choose This Center Console Armrest

Using this component in the BMW 1 Series E81/E82/E87/E88 allows you to:

• restore the factory appearance of the rear center tunnel,
• replace a missing or damaged part of the armrest assembly,
• maintain interior color consistency with its black finish,
• preserve the original concept of ergonomics and cabin space division.

This solution is for users who value factory fit of interior components and want to technically correctly recreate the original cockpit configuration.

If you are looking for other items in the BMW Dashboard category, check out the BMW dashboards available in our store to select complete cockpit equipment for your model.

For those interested in a broader context of selecting BMW components, including differences between standard and sport versions, we recommend the article BMW M Performance: What's the Difference Between BMW M and Standard Components?, which helps in consciously planning interior and other vehicle system upgrades.