BMW 3 E91 Touring Cover Backrest Rear Back Left N/S Seat Support Black Leather

BMW 3 E91 Touring Cover Backrest Rear Back Left N/S Seat Support Black Leather is an original interior component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation in the rear left section of the seat. The black leather finish helps maintain a consistent, elegant cabin character and serves as a functional solution when replacing a damaged backrest or upgrading the interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7161287
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7161287
• Substitutable numbers: 52207161287, 7161287
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The backrest is designed as a rear seat component for the left side, ensuring a precise fit to the body structure and mounting system of the BMW 3 Series E91. Thanks to its factory geometry, the correct passenger position, compatibility with standard seat belts, and consistency with the remaining seat segments are maintained.

The component comes from the BMW equipment line, which translates to compatibility with original mounting points, guides, and latches. This solution facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional upholstery or bodywork modifications.

Material and finish

The upholstery is made of black leather, which allows for maintaining the characteristic, understated look of the BMW interior. The leather surface provides a pleasant tactile feel, good resistance to daily use, and easier maintenance compared to fabrics.

The uniform black color facilitates integration with the factory cabin decor – the backrest blends well with standard seats, door panels, and the center console, ensuring that replacing a single element does not disrupt the overall aesthetics of the interior.

Functionality in daily use

The rear seat backrest is crucial for passenger comfort and stable back support while driving. The construction tailored to the BMW E91 allows for maintaining seating ergonomics, the correct tilt angle, and cooperation with standard safety systems.

Replacing a worn or damaged backrest with an original leather component helps restore cabin aesthetics, reduce squeaks and looseness resulting from previous damage, and improve the overall impression of interior quality.

Characteristics of the used part

The offered item is a used part, which allows for combining an attractive purchase cost with the preservation of original BMW specifications. For many users, this is a sensible way to refresh the interior without the need to invest in a complete new set of seats.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard inspection of mounting points, folding mechanisms (if present in the vehicle configuration), and potentially refresh the leather with care products to maximize the visual and functional potential of the backrest.

Interior expansion and related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional backrests, seat cushions, or headrests, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

For those who want to plan a broader cabin modernization, a guide describing the selection of seats, steering wheels, and multimedia systems from the secondary market may be useful – detailed tips regarding compatibility, installation, and cost-effectiveness can be found in the article "Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia".

If you are also interested in the ecological aspect and want to better understand how using original parts from dismantling affects the reduction of the carbon footprint, it is worth reading the material on sustainable automotive and the benefits of choosing used components.