BMW E60 LCI E61 LCI Floor Console Center Armrest Cover Beige Front 6985198

BMW E60 LCI E61 LCI Floor Console Center Armrest Cover Beige Front is an original interior component designed for the front section of the center console in facelifted BMW 5 Series models. The beige finish ensures color consistency within the cabin, while the factory design guarantees a perfect fit with the existing armrest. It is a practical solution for replacing a worn-out cover or refreshing the interior's aesthetics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6985198
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6985198
• Substitutable numbers: 51166985198, 6985198
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Console Lid
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and function in the center console

The center console armrest cover is responsible for providing comfortable support for the driver's and passenger's forearms, as well as serving as an aesthetic lid for the center tunnel storage compartment. In the version dedicated to the BMW E60 LCI and E61 LCI, this component is matched to the geometry of the front interior section, ensuring it maintains the factory cockpit lines after installation without requiring any modifications. Its placement in the front console zone enhances ergonomics – the cover operates on the factory hinge axis, allowing convenient access to the storage compartment while providing stable support during both long-distance and city driving.

Construction, color, and fitment

The beige color of the cover was designed for light-colored interior configurations of the facelifted BMW 5 Series, allowing for a cohesive match with door panels, the dashboard, and seats. Factory-grade fitment facilitates installation in place of the original cover, without the need to modify mounts or the console structure. As a component from the Console Parts category, the cover works with the factory storage opening and closing mechanism, maintaining the original functionality of the center tunnel. The design intended for front-of-vehicle installation ensures compatibility with the seating layout and the factory spacing of cabin elements.

Use in service, repair, and retrofitting

The armrest cover is particularly useful when replacing worn or damaged console elements, as well as for aesthetic interior upgrades as part of a retrofit. In facelifted BMW 5 Series vehicles, it allows for restoring the cohesive look of the center tunnel when the original cover shows signs of heavy wear. As a BMW part from the interior equipment group, this component performs well in both routine repairs and retrofit projects where maintaining the factory character of the cabin and the proper operation of console mechanisms is essential.

Characteristics of the used product

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical replacement while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. A used armrest cover is a reasonable choice when the priority is consistency with the factory interior design and compatibility with existing center console elements. In practice, this means the ability to restore the functionality and aesthetics of the armrest without the need to invest in a new console assembly, while preserving the original character of the BMW E60 LCI / E61 LCI.

Expanding the console zone in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the center console zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, frames, or tunnel covers, check out the available parts in the BMW Console Parts category.

Retrofitting and upgrading the BMW interior

The armrest cover can be part of a broader retrofit project where you upgrade the interior using elements from higher trim levels. To better plan such a retrofit and select the right components, it is worth checking out the guide describing a practical approach to retrofitting BMW and VAG group cars – you can find it in the article Retrofitting in VAG and BMW group cars – how to affordably upgrade your car using used parts.