BMW F20 F21 Rear Seat Backrest Left Bench CoverLeather Dakota Oyster

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 F21 Rear Seat Backrest Left Bench CoverLeather Dakota Oyster is an original rear seat upholstery component designed for installation on the left side of the rear body section. The Dakota leather finish in Oyster ensures consistency with the factory interior design and allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a worn-out backrest. This is a solution for users who want to refresh the interior of their BMW 1 Series F20/F21 in a controlled manner while maintaining the factory character of the cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7292624
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7292623
• Substitutable numbers: 52207292623, 7292623, 52207292625, 7292625
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The presented backrest is a component from the Seats and benches category, designed for the left rear seat in BMW 1 Series F20/F21 models. Its placement in the rear of the vehicle on the driver's side allows for precise alignment with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional upholstery modifications.

The backrest is dedicated to a specific BMW generation, ensuring it maintains the correct geometry, seat split lines, and compatibility with standard rear seat equipment. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a single segment while the remaining parts of the rear seat remain in the vehicle.

Material and Dakota Oyster finish

Dakota leather upholstery in the Oyster shade is a popular BMW interior finish, combining a subdued color palette with practical performance properties. The material structure has been designed for daily use, providing:

• a surface with increased abrasion resistance at typical passenger contact points,
• easier maintenance compared to fabric,
• a consistent, factory look with other Dakota Oyster upholstery elements.

As a result, the backrest allows for maintaining a uniform interior aesthetic, which is important both for post-accident repairs and for gradual cabin restoration.

Function in the rear of the vehicle

The left rear seat backrest serves not only an aesthetic but also a functional purpose. It is responsible for proper back support for passengers, works with standard safety elements, and influences the acoustics and ride comfort in the rear of the cabin. A properly selected, original backrest:

• provides stable support while driving,
• maintains the correct split line of the rear seat,
• reduces the risk of improper fitment with side panels and other seat segments.

By maintaining the factory design, replacing the backrest does not disrupt the ergonomics of the rear interior and allows for the preservation of predictable passenger comfort.

Characteristics of the used product

The backrest comes from the secondary market, which allows for an economical replacement of an upholstery element while maintaining the original BMW specification. A used component is a good solution in situations where the priority is consistency with the factory finish and cost reduction compared to new parts. Choosing an original second-hand backrest minimizes the risk of differences in leather shade or material texture compared to the remaining fragments of the rear seat.

Integration with other BMW interior elements

The Dakota Oyster leather backrest harmoniously works with standard door panels, headliners, and other upholstery elements in light color configurations. Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, the stitching lines, cushion shape, and overall geometry of the backrest are consistent with the original concept of the BMW 1 Series F20/F21 interior. This is particularly important for users who want to maintain a consistent, manufacturer-intended character of the cabin while refreshing its visual condition.

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

For those considering a wider range of interior changes, including replacing seats or the steering wheel with second-hand components, our blog guide will be helpful: Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting used components, their ergonomics, and their impact on driving comfort.