BMW 3 E91 LCI Touring Rear Seat Left N/S Side Finisher Leather Dakota Black

BMW 3 E91 LCI Touring Rear Seat Left N/S Side Finisher Leather Dakota Black is an original rear seat upholstery component designed for installation on the left side of the BMW 3 Series E91 interior. Made of black Dakota leather, it ensures a consistent cabin look, maintaining the factory character and aesthetics typical of this BMW generation. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged side finisher or refreshing the car's interior while preserving original finishing quality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7246577
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7246577
• Substitutable numbers: 52207246577, 7246577, 52207213625, 7213625
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW E91

The presented seat side finisher is designed as an equipment element for the rear cabin of the BMW 3 Series E91 Touring. Its placement on the left rear side allows for precise fitment to factory mounting points and upholstery lines, which facilitates installation and ensures proper alignment with other interior components. As a result, stylistic consistency and rear seat ergonomics are maintained after replacement.

Material and finish – Dakota leather

The side finisher is made of black Dakota leather upholstery. This type of leather used by BMW is characterized by a distinct texture, good resistance to daily wear, and ease of cleaning. The dark color scheme helps mask minor dirt while blending well with most interior configurations, creating a subdued, elegant look for the rear cabin area.

Function in the cabin and benefits of replacement

The seat side finisher serves several important functions in the rear seat area:

• covers the side part of the seat and backrest, improving interior aesthetics,
• stabilizes the upholstery finish in the wheel arch and side wall area,
• protects the seat structure from direct contact with passengers and luggage,
• contributes to the impression of quality and completeness of the rear cabin area.

Replacing a worn or damaged part with an original black Dakota leather side finisher allows you to restore a consistent upholstery look, which is particularly important when preparing a car for sale or during gradual interior restoration.

Characteristics of the used part

The item comes from a vehicle dismantling process, which ensures it retains the factory specifications and geometry intended by the manufacturer. A used seat side finisher is a sensible choice when you care about original appearance and fitment while optimizing costs compared to new parts. Such components work well both for local upholstery repairs and for broader modernization of the rear passenger zone.

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 backrests, seat cushions, or additional seat modules, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and Benches category.

More on improving comfort and car value

When replacing side finishers, seats, or entire seat modules, it is worth analyzing how changing the interior equipment affects travel comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle. If you want to learn how branded upholstery parts from dismantling can translate into comfort on long journeys and the car's attractiveness on the secondary market, see the article: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and increase car value.