BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Rear Cover Panel Vinyl Front Seat Grau Grey 7078508

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Rear Cover Panel Vinyl Front Seat Grau Grey is an original interior trim component designed for installation on the backrest of the front seat, also serving the rear passenger area. The grey color of the cover allows for a consistent match with the factory upholstery, and the design, compliant with BMW standards, ensures a proper fit with the seat and other cockpit elements. It is a practical way to aesthetically finish the backrest and protect the seat structure from daily wear and tear.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7078508
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7078508
• Substitutable numbers: 52107078508, 7078508, 52107115079, 7115079, 52108240713, 8240713
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear
• Color: Grey
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the seat cover

The presented cover has been designed for the BMW 5 Series E60 and E61 models, where it is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the rear part of the front seat backrest. The element serves a protective function, shielding the back of the seat from scuffs, dirt, and mechanical damage resulting from contact with the legs of rear-seat passengers or transported items. Thanks to this, the vehicle's interior maintains an orderly, consistent appearance, and the seat structure is less prone to accelerated wear.

Color scheme and interior integration

The grey color of the cover has been selected to harmonize with the typical interior color configurations of this generation of the BMW 5 Series. The neutral shade makes it easy to visually integrate the element with the dashboard, door panels, and other trim. As a result, after installation, the cover does not dominate the interior but rather forms a cohesive part of the factory cockpit design, which is particularly important when maintaining the original character of the car.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The cover is intended for use in the front part of the cabin, on the seat backrest, with functional significance for the rear passenger area. This placement means the element operates in an area exposed to frequent contact with passengers, which is why its presence is both practical and visual. The design, intended for a specific generation of BMW, facilitates fitting to the seat geometry, which translates into stable seating and limits the risk of unwanted looseness after installation.

Characteristics of the used product

The cover belongs to a group of trim elements that, in a used version, allow for an economical restoration of a consistent interior look after damage or wear of the factory panel. Choosing an original component from the secondary market is beneficial where maintaining compliance with factory specifications, proper fit, and predictable material behavior during long-term use is important. This solution is particularly useful for interior repairs after intensive fleet use or high-mileage family driving.

Application in the interior trim category

The cover belongs to a group of elements classified as Trims, decorative strips, and decorations, i.e., components responsible for the final look of the cabin and the protection of structural parts of seats and panels. Replacing this type of element is often the final stage of interior refreshing work – after mechanical seat repairs or upholstery cleaning – and allows for a more orderly, well-maintained visual effect without interfering with the seat structure.

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

Technical support and component selection

When selecting used components for the interior and other vehicle systems, it is worth using reliable technical materials that help assess the condition of the components and their suitability for further use. In the context of other vehicle sub-assemblies, especially those responsible for safety, a guide describing the principles of purchasing used parts, such as discs, calipers, or ABS elements, may be helpful – you can find it in the article Second-hand braking system: how to safely choose discs, calipers, and ABS?.