BMW 1 Series E81 E87 LCI Cloth Interior Left N/S Rear Backrest Seat Elektra Grey

BMW 1 Series E81 E87 LCI Cloth Interior Left N/S Rear Backrest Seat Elektra Grey is an original rear cabin upholstery component designed for left-side installation in BMW compact models. The grey finish harmoniously blends with the factory interior styling, and the fabric construction helps maintain a consistent equipment character. It is a practical solution for users looking to professionally restore the functionality and aesthetics of the rear seat after repairs or upgrades.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9124970
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9124970
• Substitutable numbers: 52209124970, 9124970
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and BMW fitment

The backrest is designed for the rear cabin of BMW 1 Series E81/E87 LCI (Life Cycle Impulse) models. Its placement on the left side of the rear bench ensures a proper fit with other seat components and interior door panels. Thanks to the factory mounting geometry and correct profile, the element allows for maintaining seating ergonomics and proper back support for passengers.

Construction and material characteristics

The backrest is made of durable upholstery fabric in grey, which facilitates integration with the standard BMW interior arrangement. The fabric provides a pleasant, thermally neutral touch, which is beneficial in both lower and higher temperatures. The stable support structure of the backrest helps maintain the appropriate rigidity of the entire rear bench while allowing for comfortable passenger positioning during city and long-distance driving.

Function in the seating system and user comfort

The left rear backrest segment plays an important role in the complete bench configuration, contributing to:

• stable back support for passengers on the left side,
• consistent visual finish of the rear cabin,
• maintaining the correct split line between individual backrest sections.

By maintaining the factory shape and proportions, the element helps reduce fatigue during longer trips and improves the overall perception of interior quality. The grey color helps maintain aesthetics, effectively masking typical operational dirt compared to lighter upholstery.

Condition, origin, and service application

The backrest comes from the Seats and benches group and is a used item, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative to new components. This type of part is particularly suitable in situations where it is necessary to replace a damaged backrest after a collision, flooding, or intensive use, where the priority is to maintain the original character of the BMW interior. Proper selection of the element for a specific equipment version allows for limiting adaptation work and shortening installation time.

Seating area expansion and interior tuning

Replacing a single rear backrest can be the first step toward a broader upgrade of the seating area in your BMW. If you want to better understand how branded upholstery elements affect comfort and vehicle value, it is worth checking out the guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and increase car value. You will find practical tips there regarding the selection of used seats and benches as well as planning a comprehensive cabin renovation.

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 backrests, seat cushions, or complete bench modules, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.