BMW F07 Rear Left N/S Centre Console Air Vent Accent Strip 9178353

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F07 Rear Left N/S Centre Console Air Vent Accent Strip is an original interior trim component designed for installation in the rear section of the cabin on the left side. Thanks to its precise fitment to the factory centre console air vent, it ensures a cohesive look while maintaining the quality and aesthetics characteristic of BMW. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged trim or refreshing the rear seat area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9178353
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9178353
• Substitutable numbers: 9178353, 51169178353
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Trim

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented trim is a finishing element for the centre console air vent, mounted in the rear cabin area on the left side. It has been designed specifically for the BMW F07 series, which guarantees proper alignment with the factory air vent panel and other interior decorative elements.

Its placement in the rear seat area makes this component both visually and functionally significant – it streamlines the air vent line, masks structural edges, and helps maintain a uniform, tidy appearance of the centre console.

Construction and decorative function

The trim belongs to the Trims, decorative strips and decorations group, responsible for the aesthetic finish of the vehicle's interior. Its purpose is to:

• aesthetically frame the centre console air vent in the rear of the vehicle,
• harmoniously connect the air vent with other decorative panels,
• reduce the visibility of mounting gaps and technical edges.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the trim maintains the stylistic line characteristic of the BMW F07, which is particularly important during accident repairs or when replacing individual interior components. The original shape and profile facilitate installation and minimize the risk of improper seating in the air vent.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered trim is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear. For many BMW users, this is a beneficial solution – it allows for maintaining material and colour consistency with the rest of the interior while reducing costs compared to new components.

In the case of decorative elements, it is particularly important to maintain compliance with the factory manufacturing standard. The original BMW trim ensures proper fitment to the air vent and other console panels, without the need for modifications or fitting aftermarket replacements.

Service and modernization application

The rear left console air vent trim is suitable both for typical replacement of a damaged part and for refreshing the vehicle's interior. It can be used in situations such as:

• repairs after mechanical damage or cracking of the existing trim,
• restoring a cohesive interior look after air vent disassembly,
• completing missing decorative elements after previous repairs.

Because this is an original BMW part, compatibility with factory mounts and other centre console components is maintained, which facilitates installation and reduces the time required for service work.

Related BMW trim elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of your BMW's interior area and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the BMW Trims, decorative strips and decorations category.

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