BMW E46 Saloon Rear Seat Backrest Cover Cloth Jacquard Grey 7045657

The BMW E46 Sedan Rear Seat Backrest Fabric 7045657 is an original upholstery component designed for the rear interior of the BMW 3 Series E46 Sedan. This used, factory upholstery in grey allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of the seat backrest without altering the seat structure. It's a practical solution for users looking to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the rear seat while maintaining the original BMW interior character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7045657
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7045657
• Substitutable numbers: 52207045657, 7045657
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Grey
• Category: Door Panels

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW E46 Sedan

The seat backrest has been specifically designed for the rear cabin of the BMW E46 Sedan, ensuring a proper fit with the body structure and factory mounting points. This component is installed in the rear area, allowing for the recreation of the factory seating arrangement without the need for modifications or adaptations.

Its original BMW origin ensures the preservation of the correct geometry, shape, and profile of the backrest, which translates to a proper fit with the seat base, side panels, and seat belts. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, interior restoration, or bringing the car closer to its factory condition.

Material, Color, and Interior Aesthetics

The backrest is made of fabric in a subtle grey color, characteristic of many BMW E46 interior configurations. This shade complements both light and dark dashboard elements, creating a cohesive and visually neutral set.

The fabric's texture has been chosen for everyday use – it provides comfort, is pleasant to the touch, and is easier to keep clean than more delicate finishes. For owners who wish to maintain the original interior look, a used backrest from the factory BMW line offers a sensible compromise between cost and stylistic consistency.

Technical Function of the Rear Seat Backrest

The rear seat backrest in the BMW E46 Sedan serves not only an aesthetic purpose but also a structural and functional one. It is responsible for:

• providing stable back support for rear passengers,
• proper routing and housing of seat belt mounting components,
• covering the rear cabin and luggage space in the area where it meets the backrest,
• maintaining a uniform upholstery line in the rear interior.

By using an original BMW component, compatibility with factory structural solutions is maintained, facilitating installation and subsequent use.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Using a Used Part

The backrest comes from a dismantled vehicle, meaning it is a used part but retains the functionality required for further use. Choosing such a part offers several practical advantages:

• the possibility of economical interior repair without the need to invest in new, hard-to-find parts,
• preservation of the original material specification and color used by BMW for this model,
• better visual matching with other, also used, interior components.

For workshops specializing in restoration and for users who service their cars themselves, using an original, used rear seat backrest is often the most rational technical solution.

BMW Door Upholstery – Interior Expansion and Completion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear interior area of your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as side panels, upholstery panels, or additional trim, check the available parts in the BMW Door Upholstery category.

More Technical Knowledge

If you are interested in a broader technical context related to the operation and refurbishment of components in premium cars, an article describing the restoration of powertrains might be helpful – you can find it here: Second Life for the Mercedes OM642 Engine – How Injectors and Turbocharger Restore Power to the 3.0 V6 CDI. Although it concerns a different model and vehicle area, it well illustrates the approach to conscious refurbishment of key components.