BMW 3 Series E92 Grey Leather Dakota Rear Seat Cover Backrest Left N/S

BMW 3 Series E92 Grey Leather Dakota Rear Seat Cover Backrest Left N/S is an original upholstery component designed for the factory rear seat. Made of genuine Dakota leather in a subtle grey shade, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of a worn upholstery section without interfering with the entire seat. It is a practical solution for both post-accident repairs and refreshing the interior of an E92 coupe.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7266146
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7266146
• Substitutable numbers: 52207266146, 7266146, 52206972906, 6972906, 52207246604, 7246604
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for the BMW 3 Series E92

The presented item is a left rear seat backrest cover designed for the BMW 3 Series E92 coupe body style. Its positioning on the rear passenger side (left side when looking in the direction of travel) ensures a precise fit to the factory foam and backrest structure. This maintains the original seat geometry, correct seat belt routing, and compatibility with standard mounting points.

Upholstery material – Grey Dakota leather

The cover is made of durable Dakota leather, used by BMW as a premium factory finish. This type of leather is characterized by a uniform texture, good abrasion resistance, and ease of routine maintenance. The grey color of the upholstery allows for an aesthetic match with the original E92 interior featuring light or neutral color configurations, reducing the visibility of minor dirt and signs of wear.

Function in the seat and bench system

As an element of the Seats and benches category, this cover is responsible for:

• protecting the backrest foam against mechanical wear and dirt,
• maintaining the factory shape and passenger back support,
• visual consistency of the rear cabin area,
• preserving the original character of the BMW 3 Series E92 interior.

Replacing the backrest cover alone is a cost-effective solution for localized upholstery damage, allowing for a reduction in the scope of upholstery work and vehicle downtime.

Benefits of using an original used part

A used, original backrest cover from a BMW ensures proper fitment with the seat structure and compliance with the stitching lines and segment divisions characteristic of Dakota leather. This is particularly important for post-collision vehicle repairs or partial interior restoration, where maintaining the factory look is essential. Using original leather with the same material specifications also facilitates any potential future upholstery work and spot corrections.

Interior expansion and tuning for BMW

The rear backrest cover in Dakota leather can also be part of a broader cabin refreshment project – for example, when switching from fabric to leather upholstery or replacing individual panels with better-preserved ones. If you are planning a comprehensive upgrade of the seats, benches, and steering wheel in your car, it is worth checking the tips included in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which describes a practical approach to using used equipment components.

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

Summary

BMW 3 Series E92 Grey Leather Dakota Rear Seat Cover Backrest Left N/S is a functional component that allows you to restore the consistent look of the rear seat and maintain the travel comfort characteristic of BMW. Original Dakota leather, precise fitment for the specific mounting location, and compliance with the factory interior styling make this a sensible choice for repairs, restoration, or discreet modernization of the E92 coupe cabin.