BMW F33 Front Seat Back Rest Left N/S Inner Trim Cover Panel Opal White 7982297

The left inner seat backrest side panel for BMW F33 in Opal White is an original upholstery component designed for the factory driver's seat. With its precise fit to the seat's structure and a consistent white color scheme, this panel allows for an aesthetic restoration of the interior's appearance and restores the full functionality of the backrest's side section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7982297
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7982297
• Substitutable numbers: 7982297, 52107982297
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: White
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW F33

The presented panel is an upholstery element for the left front seat backrest, dedicated to the BMW F33 body style. It is mounted on the driver's side, on the inner part of the seat, where it covers the backrest structure and guides selected mechanism components. As part of the Seats and benches group, it has been designed for proper integration with the standard seat frame and other interior trim pieces.

The original mounting geometry and surface shape facilitate installation in place of the factory element, without the need for structural modifications. This solution is particularly useful when replacing a damaged or missing panel after upholstery repairs or collisions.

Interior Color Scheme and Aesthetics

The panel is made in an elegant, light shade of white (Opal White), characteristic of selected BMW F33 interior configurations. This allows for maintaining color consistency with the seat upholstery, door panels, and other cabin trim elements.

The uniform color and appropriately selected surface texture enable the panel to be aesthetically integrated into the existing interior, which is important both for partial seat refurbishment and for completing a used seat set.

Protective and Functional Role

The left inner backrest panel serves as a cover for the seat structure, protecting mechanical components from accidental damage and limiting the accumulation of dirt inside the backrest. A properly selected panel:

• stabilizes selected upholstery sections and masks material connections,
• improves the visual appearance of the seat's side section,
• facilitates maintaining cleanliness in the backrest area.

By maintaining its original form and dimensions, the element does not negatively affect seating ergonomics or seat adjustment range.

Characteristics of a Used Component

The panel comes from a disassembly, meaning it is an original BMW component with preserved factory geometry and material consistent with the vehicle's equipment. Such elements are often chosen for interior repairs as they allow for maintaining stylistic consistency with other cabin parts and reduce costs compared to new replacements.

Expansion and Modernization of the BMW Seating Area

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 backrests, seat bases, or side upholstery panels, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

To better plan your cabin refresh, it is worth reading the guide describing the impact of branded used seats on comfort and car value – this is discussed in detail in the article Interior Metamorphosis: How Branded Used Seats Improve Comfort and Increase Car Value.

If you are interested in the broader economic context of using recycled components, practical tips for optimizing service costs can be found in the material on rising repair costs and the benefits of choosing used OEM parts.