BMW 3 Series E60 E61 LCI Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey 7133212

BMW 3 Series E60 E61 LCI Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey is an original interior component from the Dashboards group, designed for post-facelift models. This used OEM part ensures a factory fit, consistent upholstery shade, and an aesthetic finish for the center tunnel and armrest.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7133212
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7133212
• Substitutable numbers: 51167133212, 7133212, EM
• Color: Grey
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series

This BMW 3 Series E60 E61 LCI Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey has been designed specifically for the post-facelift (LCI) generation of the BMW 3 Series, ensuring it maintains the correct geometry, mounting points, and contact lines with adjacent interior elements. Its original BMW origin means the component integrates with the dashboard and center tunnel without the need for modifications or adjustments.

The grey finish allows for color consistency with the factory interior configuration, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs, replacing worn-out parts, or restoring the vehicle to a near-factory condition.

Construction, color, and function in the console area

The cover serves both aesthetic and functional purposes within the central part of the cabin, shielding the armrest structure and center tunnel components. The grey color is neutral and blends well with typical BMW upholstery configurations, reducing the visibility of minor dirt and signs of wear.

The element belongs to the Dashboards group, which in practice means it forms a visual whole with the central panel, center console, and adjacent control modules. Proper fitment of this cover affects the comfort of using the armrest and the perceived quality of the interior during daily use.

Benefits of using an original used part

Using an original, used BMW 3 Series E60 E61 LCI Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey allows you to maintain the factory interior geometry and material compatibility with other elements. This solution is particularly beneficial when you want to:

• maintain the original character of the cabin without visual differences in texture and color,
• reduce repair costs compared to new parts,
• ensure correct installation without the need for custom mounts or adaptations.

Thanks to this, the part works well both for spot replacement of a damaged element and for broader interior renovation after a collision or intensive use.

Integration with other BMW interior elements

The BMW 3 Series E60 E61 LCI Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey works with adjacent center tunnel components, such as gear lever housings, control panels, or side covers. A correctly selected element from this group minimizes the risk of rattles, looseness, and imprecise fitment, which is important for both driving comfort and the user's overall assessment of interior quality.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit and center tunnel area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, panels, or additional console modules, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

Support with selection and repair time

When replacing interior elements, it is crucial to correctly match the model version, color, and vehicle generation to avoid installation problems and visual differences. In the case of used OEM components, faster repair completion is often possible thanks to the immediate availability of parts, which reduces vehicle downtime in the workshop.

If you want to better understand how using used OEM elements affects service time and costs, read the article Availability of car parts off the shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten workshop stays?, which discusses the practical aspects of such solutions in daily service work.