Front Seat BMW F10 F11 Sport Heated Memory Left N/S Leather Dakota Black

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Front Seat BMW F10 F11 Sport Heated Memory Left N/S Leather Dakota Black is an original interior component designed for installation on the driver's side in 5 Series models. The used OEM construction ensures a factory fit, while the sport seat profile and electric adjustment with memory allow for a comfortable and repeatable driving position. Thanks to integrated heating, the seat improves driving ergonomics in colder conditions while maintaining the premium look characteristic of BMW interiors.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7231174-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7231174
• Substitutable numbers: 7231174, 52107231174
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Seat construction and materials

The presented seat belongs to the Seats and benches category and is designed as a front component, mounted on the left side of the cabin. The sport design is distinguished by more pronounced side bolsters on the backrest and seat cushion, which improves body support in corners and stabilizes the driver's posture during dynamic driving.

The upholstery is made of black Dakota leather, characteristic of high-end BMW interiors. This type of leather combines a pleasant-to-the-touch texture with increased resistance to daily wear, making the seat well-suited for both fleet and private vehicles. The dark color scheme facilitates visual consistency with the dashboard and door panels, and also reduces the visibility of minor dirt.

Features: sport, comfort, and memory settings

The sport driver's seat for the BMW F10/F11 is equipped with integrated heating, which significantly improves comfort during the autumn and winter seasons. The heating system works with the vehicle's factory controls, allowing for rapid warming of the seat cushion and backrest, which is particularly noticeable during short city commutes.

A key feature is also the memory function, which allows you to save an individual seat position and restore it with the push of a button. This solution is particularly practical in cars used by multiple drivers – it eliminates the need to manually adjust the distance from the steering wheel, seat height, or backrest angle every time.

Purpose and integration with the BMW interior

The seat has been designed specifically for front-left installation in the BMW 5 Series F10/F11 generation, ensuring full compatibility with factory mounting points and the vehicle's electrical system. This means that once the wiring harnesses are correctly connected, all seat functions, including heating and memory, can be utilized.

The black Dakota leather harmoniously blends with most BMW interior color configurations, allowing for an aesthetic replacement of a worn or damaged seat without the need to interfere with other cabin elements. This is a practical solution for both post-accident repairs and gradual interior upgrades towards a more sporty character.

Condition, purchase benefits, and interior upgrade application

The item comes from the secondary market and is offered as used, which allows for a significant reduction in the cost of refreshing the interior compared to purchasing a new seat from an authorized dealer. At the same time, you retain all the benefits of using an original BMW construction: factory fit, compliance with safety systems, and a consistent cockpit design.

Choosing such a seat is particularly beneficial when:

• the existing driver's seat is mechanically damaged or excessively worn,
• you want to upgrade from a standard seat to a sport version with better side support,
• you are planning to retrofit your car with seat heating and memory settings using original BMW components.

For drivers who want to plan their cabin modernization more broadly, a guide describing the selection of used premium interior components will be useful – detailed tips can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.

Expanding the seating area in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional seats, backrests, or complete bench sets, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.