BMW E90 E91 M Sport Black Leather Dakota Front Right O/S Interior Seat Memory

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BMW E90 E91 M Sport Black Leather Dakota Front Right O/S Interior Seat Memory is an original interior component designed for installation on the driver's side in right-hand drive (RHD) versions. The black Dakota leather upholstery and integrated memory function ensure a comfortable driving position and a cohesive M Sport style cabin appearance. This is the ideal solution for users who want to maintain the factory character of their BMW interior when replacing or upgrading their vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-6956396-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6956396
• Substitutable numbers: 6956396, 52106956396
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Application and fitment for BMW E90/E91

The presented seat is designed specifically for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 M Sport models, intended for the front right side of the vehicle. The seat structure, rails, and backrest geometry are adapted to the factory mounting points in the chassis, which facilitates installation in place of the original seat without the need for modifications to the floor structure or center tunnel.

The right-side positioning allows for maintaining correct ergonomics of the adjustment controls and full functionality of the memory settings in vehicles adapted for left-hand traffic. Thanks to this, the seat can serve both as a replacement part after damage and as a base for upgrading the interior to the M Sport specification.

Construction, material, and color scheme

The upholstery is made of black Dakota leather, characteristic of BMW's sport versions. This type of leather is distinguished by its compact structure and durable surface, which helps maintain an aesthetic appearance during daily use. The dark color scheme facilitates the integration of the seat with most 3 Series interior configurations, ensuring a cohesive, understated cabin look.

The profile of the seat and backrest has been developed with dynamic driving in mind: more pronounced side bolsters help stabilize the body in corners, and the properly contoured lumbar section promotes a correct spinal position. Combined with the memory function, the seat allows for quickly restoring the preferred configuration, which is especially convenient when drivers change frequently.

Memory function and user comfort

The built-in memory function allows you to save selected seat positions and recall them later with the touch of a button. This solution increases the convenience of daily operation, reduces the need for manual seat adjustment every time, and helps maintain a repeatable, ergonomic position behind the wheel.

The combination of leather upholstery with electric adjustment and memory settings makes the seat a perfect fit for the premium class interior concept. For users planning to upgrade their cabin from a base version to M Sport, this is a practical element that improves both comfort and the visual appeal of the interior.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing a used part

The seat comes from an original BMW dismantling, which means it retains factory geometry, compatibility with mounts, and stylistic consistency with other interior elements. As a used part, it represents a reasonable compromise between cost and quality – it allows you to restore or upgrade the cabin equipment without the need to invest in a new element from a dealership.

Choosing an original seat from the secondary market is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, replacing a worn seat, or for retrofit projects where compliance with BMW factory standards and the ability to integrate with the vehicle's existing electrical installation are important.

Interior expansion and additional resources

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 additional seats, rear benches, or headrests, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and Benches category.

When planning a cabin upgrade, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the selection and installation of interior elements from the secondary market – a detailed discussion can be found in the article "Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia", which covers issues of compatibility, selection, and installation of used components.

For users interested in broader vehicle retrofitting with elements from higher equipment versions, the guide on retrofitting BMWs using original used parts may also be helpful, describing how to plan such modifications in a technically correct and economical way.