BMW 3 E91 LCI Touring Rear Seat Right O/S Side Finisher Leather Dakota Black

BMW 3 E91 LCI Touring Rear Seat Right O/S Side Finisher Leather Dakota Black is an original rear seat upholstery component, designed for installation on the right side of BMW 3 Series E91N models. Made of black leather, it ensures a cohesive interior look and a solid finish for the side of the backrest. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged part or refreshing the passenger cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7246578
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7246578
• Substitutable numbers: 52207246578, 7246578, 52207213626, 7213626
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility with BMW E91N

The presented side finisher is a part from the Seats and benches group, designed specifically for the rear interior of the BMW E91N. Its placement on the right side of the rear seat allows for precise fitting to the factory backrest structure, without the need for modifications or adaptations. Thanks to the preservation of the original mounting geometry, installation is straightforward and predictable, facilitating the work for both professional workshops and experienced users.

Material and finish – black leather

The side finisher is made of black leather upholstery, which allows for maintaining a uniform interior character in versions equipped with leather rear seats. The leather provides a pleasant-to-touch surface that is easy to maintain daily and resistant to typical operational wear in the rear cabin area. The uniform, dark shade promotes an aesthetic connection with other upholstery elements and masks minor dirt, which is beneficial in cars used on a daily basis.

Function in the rear interior

The backrest side finisher acts as a cover for the side structure of the backrest and provides an aesthetic finish for the area near the wheel arch and the side wall of the interior. A correctly selected component:

• ensures a visually cohesive look for the rear seat,
• protects the backrest structure from direct contact with passengers and luggage,
• helps reduce the formation of abrasions and damage in the sensitive side area.

Thanks to the use of original leather upholstery, the side finisher integrates well with the factory BMW interior design, which is important for post-accident repairs, replacement after wear, or partial cabin renovation.

Characteristics of the used component

The component comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains its factory structural and material features. Such components are popular choices for interior repairs because they allow for maintaining the original character of the car while reducing costs compared to new replacements. A rear seat side finisher from the secondary market is a good choice when replacing a single upholstery element, where visual and structural consistency with other parts is required.

Comfort and aesthetics of the rear seat

The use of a leather side finisher on the right side of the rear seat affects the overall perception of interior quality. A consistent finish on the sides of the backrest improves the visual reception of the rear cabin, which is important both for passengers and for the potential resale of the vehicle. Replacing a damaged or heavily worn element with an original black leather side finisher allows for restoring an orderly, well-maintained look to the interior without interfering with the seat structure.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or additional side finishers, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

To better plan your interior refresh and select the right upholstery elements from dismantling, it is worth checking the guide on our blog: Interior metamorphosis: How branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.