BMW X5 Series E53 Glove Box Storage Case Vinyl Hellbeige Beige 8245968

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW X5 Series E53 Glove Box Storage Case is an original vinyl glove box housing designed for factory installation in the X5 E53 model. This beige component allows for a visually consistent restoration of the lower dashboard area and restores the full functionality of the factory glove box.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7001262
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7001262
• Substitutable numbers: 51478245968, 8245968, 51167001262, 7001262
• Color: Beige
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and fitment for BMW X5 E53

The presented glove box housing is dedicated to the interior of the BMW X5 E53, ensuring it maintains the correct shape, mounting points, and alignment with adjacent cockpit panels. The original geometry ensures proper closing of the lid, stable hinge operation, and compatibility with factory locks and opening mechanisms.

The item belongs to the Storage compartments, doors, and locks group, meaning it is designed for operation in the lower dashboard zone, in the immediate vicinity of the center tunnel and side console panels.

Material, color, and interior aesthetics

The glove box body is made of durable material covered with a layer of vinyl, providing a pleasant-to-the-touch, easy-to-clean surface. The Beige (Hellbeige) finish is consistent with light interior configurations of the BMW X5 E53, allowing the component to integrate well with the dashboard, door panels, and center tunnel.

The surface structure has been selected to minimize the visibility of minor operational scratches and to facilitate maintenance – dust and dirt can be removed using standard interior plastic care products.

Functionality and service application

The glove box housing serves as a support for the opening mechanism, lock, and the lid itself, which is why its proper fit is important for both user comfort and the elimination of unwanted play or rattles while driving. Replacing a damaged or cracked housing with an original used part allows you to:

• restore proper operation of the glove box lid,
• ensure stable mounting of the lock and hinges,
• recreate the factory alignment of cockpit panels,
• maintain consistent color and texture in the lower dashboard area.

Due to its origin from a BMW vehicle, the component complies with factory assembly standards and does not require structural modifications to the dashboard.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered glove box is a used part, which in practice means it may show signs of normal wear typical for interior components. At the same time, it retains full structural functionality – the mounting points, shape, and material structure remain consistent with the assembly requirements for the BMW X5 E53.

Choosing an original used component is a cost-effective service solution, allowing you to maintain high-quality fitment and color consistency while reducing repair costs compared to new OEM parts.

Support in selection and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the passenger glove box area in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as housings, lids, or locks, check out the available parts in the BMW Storage compartments, doors, and locks category.

To better plan your repair budget and make an informed decision on when it is worth choosing original used parts, you can use the advice contained in the article Rising repair costs and the boom in used parts – how to save on car service?, which discusses the practical aspects of choosing second-hand parts.