BMW 1 Series E81 E82 M Sport Front Right O/S Cloth Fabric Seat Side Monaco Blue

BMW 1 Series E81 E82 M Sport Front Right O/S Cloth Fabric Seat Side Monaco Blue is an original interior equipment component from the sports line, designed for the front right side. The durable fabric upholstery in the Monaco Blue shade and the characteristic M Sport finish make this seat an attractive solution both for replacing a worn-out seat and for building a more dynamic interior. Thanks to its factory design, the seat maintains proper ergonomics and stylistic consistency with the dashboard and other cabin elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9164886-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9164886
• Substitutable numbers: 52109164886, 9164886
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: Blue
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The presented seat belongs to the Seats and Benches category and is designed as a component mounted on the front right side of the vehicle. The seat structure is adapted to the geometry of the BMW 1 Series E81/E82 interior, which facilitates installation in place of the factory seat and allows for maintaining the correct driving position and the appropriate back support angle.

The placement on the passenger side makes the seat suitable for both daily use and modernization projects where stylistic consistency with M Sport-equipped versions is desired.

Upholstery material and Monaco Blue color

The upholstery is made of fabric, which provides stable body support, predictable behavior during long drives, and easier maintenance compared to more slippery materials. The material structure promotes thermal comfort, reducing excessive heating and improving moisture wicking during intensive use.

The blue color in the Monaco Blue shade gives the interior a distinctly sporty yet subtle character. The seat blends well with dark cockpit panels, the headliner, and decorative elements, creating a visually cohesive space for the driver and passenger.

M Sport characteristics and ergonomics

The M Sport style finish means a more dynamic seat and backrest profile, which translates into better lateral support during daily driving and when cornering at higher speeds. The shape of the seat promotes a stable body position, and properly contoured support zones help reduce fatigue on longer routes.

Thanks to the factory design, compatibility with the original mounting points in the vehicle floor is maintained, which facilitates installation and avoids interference with the body structure. This is a beneficial solution both for standard replacement and for gradual interior modernization towards a configuration similar to sports versions.

Condition and use in modernization projects

The seat is a used component, which allows for an attractive cost-to-quality ratio compared to new parts. This type of part works well for replacing a worn or damaged seat, as well as in projects where the priority is to improve the interior's character without the need to purchase a completely new set of equipment.

In practice, the seat can be used both as a single replacement element and as part of a larger modernization package including other seats or additional cabin elements, which allows for building a cohesive, sporty BMW interior character.

Interior expansion and additional resources

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 rear benches, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and Benches category.

When planning a cabin modernization, it is worth checking out practical tips regarding the selection of interior elements from the secondary market – issues of compatibility, installation, and combining different equipment versions are discussed in more detail in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.

If the seat is to be part of a larger tuning project, advice on the safe selection of used components and avoiding common mistakes, which you can find in the material Buying used car parts • Common mistakes when choosing tuning parts, may also be helpful.