BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Black Schwarz Leather Backrest Rear Seat Couch Cover

BMW 3 Series E90 LCI Black Schwarz Leather Backrest Rear Seat Couch Cover is an original component from the Seats and benches category, designed for the rear interior of the BMW 3 Series after the facelift. The black leather backrest allows for a consistent, aesthetic, and technically correct replacement of a worn-out part, maintaining the factory character of the cabin. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the comfort and appearance of the rear seat without interfering with the vehicle's structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7246514
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7246514
• Substitutable numbers: 52207246514, 7246514, 52207212269, 7212269
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW E90 LCI

The rear seat backrest has been designed specifically for the BMW 3 Series E90 generation body after the facelift (LCI), which ensures a proper fit to the factory mounting points and interior geometry. The component is installed in the rear part of the passenger cabin, thereby restoring the full functionality of the rear row of seats, including correct back support for passengers and the stability of the seat structure.

As a part from the Seats and benches group, the backrest works with the standard bottom seat cushion and other upholstery elements, which facilitates installation and allows for a consistent interior look without the need for additional modifications.

Material, color, and interior character

The backrest is made of black leather upholstery, which corresponds to the factory equipment configurations of the BMW E90 LCI. Leather provides a pleasant-to-the-touch surface, easier maintenance, and a characteristic, more prestigious cabin appearance compared to fabric upholstery. The black color helps maintain a uniform interior style, blends well with most decors, and reduces the visibility of minor dirt.

Thanks to the use of leather, the rear backrest helps maintain a consistent equipment standard, especially in vehicles with a richer interior package. This is a beneficial solution for car restoration, preparation for sale, or returning the car to a condition close to factory specifications.

Function, ergonomics, and passenger comfort

The rear seat backrest plays a key role in the ergonomics of the rear row of seats. It is responsible for:

• stable back support for passengers during the ride,
• maintaining a proper seating position,
• even distribution of loads on the seat structure.

A properly selected backrest influences comfort during longer trips, reduces passenger fatigue, and improves the overall impression of using the car. The leather surface also facilitates faster vacuuming and cleaning, which is important in cars used intensively, e.g., in family or fleet applications.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered backrest is a used component, sourced from disassembly, which allows for maintaining a favorable cost-to-quality ratio while keeping the original BMW specification. This type of component is a good choice when you care about factory fitment, compatibility with other interior elements, and reducing the costs of repair or cabin modernization.

Choosing an original backrest from the secondary market is particularly beneficial in situations where the existing rear seat has suffered mechanical wear, abrasions, or upholstery damage, and it is necessary to replace only the backrest without interfering with the remaining parts of the seats.

Expansion and modernization of the BMW seating area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as seat cushions, headrests, or additional backrest modules, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

If you are considering a broader interior transformation and want to better understand how branded parts from disassembly affect comfort and the perceived value of the car, check out the guide: Interior transformation: How branded seats from disassembly will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car. You will find practical tips there regarding the selection of seats and benches as well as planning cabin modernization.