BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Leather Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey 7147212

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Leather Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey is an original interior component designed for facelift models, ensuring a seamless finish for the rear section of the center console. Thanks to its factory fitment and aesthetic grey finish, it allows for restoring the cabin's original appearance or performing a discreet upgrade. This used OEM part is a sensible choice for interior repairs where compatibility and maintaining the factory character are essential.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7147212-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7147212
• Substitutable numbers: 51167147212, 7147212, 51169133809, 9133809
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Grey
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI

The presented armrest cover has been designed specifically for the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 facelift (LCI) generation, which translates into a perfect fit with the center console and other upholstery elements. Its placement in the rear part of the interior allows for restoring the original functionality of the armrest for rear-seat passengers, without the need for modifications or fitting universal replacements.

The original mounting geometry and cover profile facilitate installation in the factory location, and maintaining the correct edges and stylistic lines is particularly important when repairing after mechanical damage or operational wear.

Materials and finish of the leather cover

The cover is made of grey leather upholstery, matched to the factory interior palette of the BMW 3 Series. Leather provides a pleasant-to-touch, durable material that withstands daily use well, while simultaneously increasing the perceived quality of the cabin compared to simpler fabric finishes.

The grey shade facilitates integration with the original center console panels and door cards, which is important for maintaining color consistency in the interior. For detail-oriented users, this means the possibility of an aesthetic replacement of a worn or damaged cover without visual compromises.

Function in the rear center console

This element serves as the rear center console armrest cover, affecting both passenger comfort and the protection of the storage compartment or the mechanism underneath. A properly selected cover stabilizes the support surface, limits the ingress of dirt into the console, and improves the ergonomics of using the rear cabin zone.

In vehicles used intensively, where the original upholstery may have suffered from abrasion or cracks, replacing the cover itself is an effective way to refresh the interior without the need to interfere with the entire center console.

Benefits of using an original used part

Using an original, used armrest cover allows for maintaining factory fitment and dimensional compliance, which is crucial for interior elements visible on a daily basis. Unlike universal solutions, the OEM part is designed for a specific model, ensuring that seam lines, radii, and hinge operation remain consistent with the manufacturer's specifications.

For renovation projects or subtle visual tuning of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI interior, a used leather cover represents a reasonable compromise between costs and maintaining the original character of the cabin, without introducing stylistically foreign elements.

Expanding the dashboard and console zone in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the dashboard zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, grilles, or additional trim modules, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

When planning broader interior modifications or a tuning project, it is also worth checking out practical tips regarding component selection – you will find them in the article Buying used car parts • Common mistakes when choosing parts for tuning, which helps avoid typical problems when working with used equipment elements.