BMW 1 E81 E82 Front Left N/S Cloth Fabric Network Interior Cover Backrest

BMW 1 E81 E82 Front Left N/S Cloth Fabric Network Interior Cover Backrest is an original interior component designed for the restoration or replacement of worn-out backrest upholstery. Thanks to its factory design and precise fitment for this specific BMW generation, this fabric backrest cover allows you to restore the consistent look of the cabin and maintain the ergonomics of the factory seat.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9124290-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9124290
• Substitutable numbers: 52109124290, 9124290
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series E81/E82

The presented backrest upholstery is designed for installation on the front left seat of the BMW 1 Series E81/E82 generation. The construction matches the factory shape of the backrest, which facilitates proper stretching of the material over the frame and maintains the original lines of the seat. The item is intended for use on the driver's side in left-hand drive versions, in accordance with the standard European configuration.

Material and performance characteristics

The upholstery is made of upholstery fabric, selected for its durability during daily use and compatibility with the factory backrest foam. The structure of the material promotes a stable fit on the seat while ensuring breathability, which improves comfort during longer drives. The fabric works well with the standard interior styling of the BMW 1 Series, allowing you to maintain a consistent, functional cabin appearance.

Use in interior repairs and restoration

This item from the Seats and benches category is particularly useful in situations where the original backrest upholstery is worn, mechanically damaged, or deformed. Using an original backrest cover allows you to:

• recreate the factory shape and material tension on the backrest,
• maintain visual consistency with the other seat elements,
• limit the scope of upholstery work to replacing the cover itself, without the need to modify the seat structure.

For workshops specializing in BMW and users servicing the interior themselves, this is a practical solution enabling a precise, technically correct repair.

Characteristics of the used part

The backrest upholstery is a used part, which in practice offers a favorable compromise between cost and maintaining the original BMW specification. A used OEM part usually blends better with the existing wear of the remaining seats than new, non-factory upholstery, making visual differences in the interior less noticeable. This solution is particularly attractive for staged cabin restoration or repairing a single seat.

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 cushions, or side bolsters, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

More about building a premium interior with used parts

If you want to better plan your cabin modernization – from seats and steering wheels to multimedia – it is worth checking out practical tips on selecting and installing parts 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 will help you optimize the scope of work and select the appropriate components.