BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Rear Cover Panel Vinyl Front Seat Black M Sport

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Rear Cover Panel Vinyl Front Seat Black M Sport is an original upholstery component designed to refresh and tidy up the back of the seat in your BMW. The black M Sport style finish harmoniously integrates with the factory interior design, enhancing both the aesthetics and functionality of the cabin. This used component allows for an economical yet professional repair of the driver or passenger seat.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7898467
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7898467
• Substitutable numbers: 7898467, 52107898467, 52107015655, 7015655, 52107115078, 7115078, PK
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility

The presented rear panel is dedicated to BMW 5 Series E60/E61 LCI (post-facelift) models in M Sport trim versions. The component is mounted on the rear of the front seat, and its design is intended for use in the front/rear area of the cabin – as a cover and finish for the back of the backrest, visible to rear-seat passengers.

This solution is particularly effective in cases of damage, cracking, or excessive wear of the factory panel, when you want to maintain a consistent interior look and ensure proper fitment with other upholstery elements.

Construction and material of the panel

The rear panel is made of durable plastic covered with black vinyl veneer, color-matched to the sporty M Sport style. The vinyl surface is resistant to typical operational stresses in the cabin – scuffs from passengers' knees, contact with hand luggage, or frequent cleaning.

The panel profile has been designed to fit tightly to the seat backrest structure, ensuring stable mounting and an aesthetic edge finish. As a result, there are no unwanted gaps after installation, and the seat line remains consistent with the rest of the interior.

Function and benefits of installation

The rear seat panel serves several important functions in the vehicle cabin:

• protects the back of the backrest from dirt and mechanical damage,
• masks seat structural elements, wires, and adjustment mechanisms,
• improves the visual perception of the space for rear-seat passengers,
• makes it easier to keep the interior clean thanks to a smooth, easy-to-maintain surface.

For owners of M Sport versions, maintaining a consistent, sporty cabin character is particularly important – using an original Black panel allows you to maintain a uniform stylistic line without compromise.

Condition, fitment, and installation

The item comes from the Seats and benches group and is offered as a used part, which allows for a cost-effective interior renovation while maintaining original BMW specifications. The panel is intended for direct installation in place of the factory equivalent, using the mounting points provided by the manufacturer.

Before installation, it is worth verifying the compatibility of the seat configuration (M Sport version, upholstery type, vehicle side) and comparing the shape and placement of the clips with the currently installed element. This approach minimizes work time and the risk of mismatch, and the installation itself usually boils down to removing the old panel and seating the new one in the same points.

Interior expansion and additional possibilities

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

For larger cabin customization projects – replacing seats, steering wheels, or other equipment elements – our blog guide will be helpful. You will find practical tips on selecting and installing used seats and other components in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts.

To keep used upholstery elements in good condition for a longer time, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with the tips on operation and maintenance described in the material How to extend the life of used car parts?.