BMW E91 LCI Rear Back Seat Backrest Left N/S Leather Dakota Saddle Brown

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E91 LCI Rear Back Seat Backrest Left N/S Leather Dakota Saddle Brown is an original upholstery component designed for installation on the rear left side of the 3 Series facelift estate body. This used part from the BMW factory line allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of a damaged backrest, maintaining interior color consistency and the original character of the cabin. It is a practical solution for those who want to restore a cohesive look to the car's interior without the costly replacement of the entire seat.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7257116
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7257116
• Substitutable numbers: 7257116, 52207257116, 7212354, 52207212354
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Brown
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The presented backrest is a component from the Seats and benches category, designed specifically for the rear interior of the BMW 3 Series E91 LCI. The placement on the vehicle is the rear left side, which facilitates the selection of the correct component when replacing a single seat segment, without interfering with other upholstery elements.

The backrest is a factory BMW component, ensuring it maintains the correct proportions, shape, and mounting method. This allows for installation in place of the original element without the need for structural modifications, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and restoring the interior to a near-factory condition.

Finish and color scheme

The upholstery is made of natural Dakota leather in the Saddle Brown shade, which gives the interior a warm, elegant character. The brown color blends well with both light and dark trim elements, making the backrest suitable both as a replacement for a single module and as part of a larger interior upgrade.

The leather finish provides a pleasant-to-touch material that is easy to maintain daily and resistant to the typical operational loads of a rear seat, such as frequent passenger entry or transporting luggage on a folded backrest.

Functional characteristics

The rear left backrest in the BMW E91 LCI plays an important role in both passenger comfort and luggage space functionality. A correctly selected element:

• provides stable back support for passengers on the rear seat,
• maintains a consistent look of the upholstery across the entire row of rear seats,
• enables the preservation of the factory folding backrest functionality (if present in the vehicle's configuration),
• contributes to the cabin's aesthetics when the trunk lid is open.

Thanks to the use of an original BMW component, you can count on proper fitment with the seat base, upholstery side panels, and mounting elements, which translates into mounting stability and the absence of unwanted play.

Condition and use in repairs

The backrest is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which makes it an attractive cost-effective solution for interior repairs. Such elements are particularly useful in situations where there has been localized upholstery damage, abrasions, mechanical destruction, or the need for replacement after curtain airbag deployment and bodywork in the rear section of the vehicle.

Choosing a used backrest in Dakota Saddle Brown leather allows you to preserve the original character of the BMW E91 LCI interior without having to change the entire set of seats. It is a practical option both for workshops specializing in the BMW brand and for users independently collecting elements for cabin restoration.

Integration with other BMW interior elements

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

If you are considering a wider cabin tuning – replacing seats, the steering wheel, or other upholstery elements – you will find practical tips on selecting used components in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses how to effectively refresh a car's interior using second-hand parts.