BMW 3 Series 4 E90 E91 E92 LCI Glove Box Beige Dash Dashboard 7078187

BMW 3 Series E90/E91/E92 LCI Passenger Glove Box in Beige is an original dashboard component designed for installation in the front interior. This factory glove box provides a cohesive cockpit finish, aesthetically matching the upholstery, and a functional storage space for essential cabin accessories.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7078187-4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7078187
• Substitutable numbers: 51167078187, 7078187, 51167078178, 7078178, 51169110545, 9110545, 51167078179, 7078179
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Beige
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Application and Fitment for BMW 3 Series

The presented component belongs to the Glove Boxes, Doors, and Locks category and has been specifically designed for BMW 3 Series models of the E90, E91, and E92 generation after the facelift (LCI). The glove box construction is adapted to the factory dashboard shape, ensuring that the cockpit's styling lines and the manufacturer's intended ergonomics are preserved after installation.

Its placement in the front of the vehicle allows for convenient passenger access, and the appropriately designed door geometry facilitates opening and closing the glove box without interfering with other dashboard elements.

Appearance, Color Scheme, and Dashboard Integration

The glove box is finished in an elegant, light beige shade, allowing for harmonious integration with beige BMW interior trims. The beige color visually brightens the cabin, enhances the sense of spaciousness, and complements factory door panels and the center console in this color configuration.

The front of the glove box is designed to create a seamless surface with the dashboard – the division lines match the factory contours, and the door shape ensures a cohesive, tidy cockpit appearance. Therefore, replacing a damaged part with this model allows for the restoration of the interior's original character without visible differences in shade or texture.

Functionality and Usability Features

The passenger glove box in the BMW 3 Series plays an important practical role, providing a secure space for documents, owner's manuals, small accessories, or additional equipment. The manufacturer's design allows for:

• convenient opening and closing of the door from a seated passenger position,
• ergonomic use of space in the front of the dashboard,
• maintaining cabin order through a dedicated storage area.

As an original BMW part, the glove box is designed for stable mounting and proper fitment with other dashboard components, minimizing the risk of unwanted play or creaks during driving.

Characteristics as a Used Part

The offered glove box is a used part, sourced from disassembly, making it a sensible choice for those seeking a factory component at an attractive price. This type of component allows for the preservation of BMW's original manufacturing quality while reducing the cost of interior repair or renovation.

By choosing a used glove box, you gain a part that is structurally compatible with the dashboard, without the need for adaptation or modifications, which simplifies installation and reduces service time.

BMW Glove Boxes, Doors, and Locks – Selecting the Right Part

If you also need other glove boxes, doors, or locks for your BMW, it is advisable to select them within the same category to maintain stylistic and technical consistency. Check the available BMW Glove Boxes, Doors, and Locks to match the complete interior equipment for your model.

Why Choose Original Used Interior Parts

Using original, used interior components often represents an optimal balance of quality and economy. Using other brands, such as Volkswagen, as an example, shows that factory parts from disassembly can offer long-term durability and good fitment. If you are interested in a broader context of using used parts, their cost-effectiveness, and compatibility issues, refer to the article Volkswagen – Solidity and Reliability. Why Used VW Parts are a Sensible Choice?, which discusses the practical aspects of choosing second-hand parts.