BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E87 LCI Glove Box Dashboard Dash Passenger Black Lid Cover

The BMW 1 Series E81/E82/E87 LCI Passenger Glove Box Lid is an original dashboard component designed for front installation. The black glove box flap seamlessly integrates into the interior styling, ensuring a cohesive cockpit appearance and secure closure. This is a practical solution for drivers looking to restore the factory look of their dashboard after damage or wear of the original lid.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-6982806-9
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6982806
• Substitutable numbers: 6969505, 51166969505, 6982806, 6969493, 51166982804, 6982804, 51166982810, 6982810, 6969503
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and Fitment for BMW 1 Series

The presented BMW dashboard glove box lid is specifically designed for the E81, E82, and E87 generation 1 Series models after the facelift (LCI). The element's placement at the front of the vehicle guarantees proper fitment with the passenger-side dashboard, without the need for modifications or adjustments to the mounting points.

The black color of the lid allows for aesthetic integration into most factory interior configurations, minimizing visual differences between the newly installed part and other cockpit components.

Construction and Function in the Dashboard

The glove box lid belongs to the category of glove boxes, doors, and locks, responsible for convenient and secure closure of the space for documents and small accessories. The design intended by BMW ensures:

• stable mounting within the dashboard structure,
• smooth opening and closing of the flap,
• maintenance of the cockpit's styling line on the passenger side.

Its original BMW origin promotes the preservation of the element's correct geometry, which translates to proper lid fit against the dashboard and minimizes unwanted gaps or rattles during driving.

Visual Characteristics and Interior Integration

The black color of the glove box lid facilitates integration with the factory dashboard panels in the BMW 1 Series. This results in a cohesive, organized look of the cabin's front section after installation, without visible color contrasts.

The part is well-suited for both interior repairs after mechanical damage and for refreshing the cockpit in daily-driven cars where maintaining the original BMW character is important.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The glove box lid comes from the BMW offering and is a used part, making it an attractive solution for budget-friendly dashboard repairs. It serves as a replacement for the factory flap in cases of cracks, broken hinges, or wear of the opening mechanism.

Thanks to the presence of the OEM part number and related interchangeable numbers, precise verification of compatibility with a specific equipment version and car year is possible, minimizing the risk of selecting the wrong part.

User Comfort and Practical Aspects

A functional passenger glove box contributes to the daily comfort of using the BMW 1 Series interior. A properly working lid:

• provides easy access to documents and accessories,
• protects the contents from accidental falling out during driving,
• maintains an organized appearance of the cabin's front section.

For those planning a more extensive interior upgrade, a guide on selecting used equipment might be useful – more information can be found in the article Premium Interior for Half the Price: Used Seats, Steering Wheels, and Multimedia.

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If you are looking for other BMW glove boxes, doors, and locks for your car, check the available products in the BMW glove boxes, doors, and locks category to select parts that match your specific model and interior configuration.