BMW F12 Front Sport Seat Cover Heated Left N/S Backrest Leather Ivory White

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F12 Front Sport Seat Cover Heated Left N/S Backrest Leather Ivory White is an original component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation on the driver's side in BMW 5 Series F10/F11 models. The leather finish and integrated backrest heating allow you to restore the interior's comfort and aesthetics to a high standard while maintaining the factory character of the cockpit. This is a solution for users who want to technically restore seat functionality without compromising on fitment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7280597
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7280597
• Substitutable numbers: 7280597, 52107280597
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: White
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW F10/F11

The backrest is designed as a front left seat component, ensuring full compatibility with the seat geometry of the BMW 5 Series F10/F11. The support structure, mounting points, and electrical wiring routing are prepared for the manufacturer's factory solutions, allowing the component to integrate seamlessly with the existing seat base and vehicle systems.

Such fitment allows for maintaining visual consistency in the cockpit, the correct driving position, and the ergonomics intended by BMW. The backrest is suitable both as a replacement part following damage and for interior upgrades from a lower specification to a version with heating.

Leather upholstery and color scheme

The backrest is finished with leather upholstery, providing the combination of durability and comfort characteristic of BMW. The leather surface works well with factory door panels and other trim elements, creating a cohesive, visually organized cockpit.

The Ivory White color of the upholstery allows for refreshing the interior and matching it with the light color configurations used in the 5 Series F10/F11. This solution is particularly beneficial when refurbishing vehicles with a light interior, where matching the shade and material structure to other cabin elements is crucial.

Backrest heating function

An integral feature of this backrest is the integrated heating, which works with the seat control system in the BMW F10/F11. This makes it possible to restore or add the driver's back heating function, which significantly improves driving comfort in lower temperatures.

The heated backrest is particularly useful in vehicles used year-round, where rapid heating of the back and lumbar area reduces the load on the air conditioning system and increases comfort during long trips. Using the original construction promotes proper interaction with factory sensors and controllers.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered item comes from the secondary market, which allows for a technically sound repair or upgrade of the seat while maintaining reasonable costs. As a used part, the backrest retains its factory geometry, which is essential for safety and ergonomics, while enabling a perfect fit with the existing seat base and rails.

Choosing an original second-hand backrest is particularly advantageous where compliance with BMW factory solutions is important, as well as maintaining a consistent interior look without the need for aftermarket replacements with different leather textures or shades.

Integration with other BMW seats

As an element from the Seats and benches group, the backrest can be used both for a single replacement of a damaged driver's seat and for a broader upgrade of the entire seat set. In the case of expanding the interior with additional features, such as heating, it serves as a base for further seat configuration according to the vehicle's equipment.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or complete seats, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

Support in interior tuning and upgrades

For users who treat the backrest replacement as a stage of a broader cabin rebuild, practical tips regarding seat selection, upholstery configuration, and combining secondary market components may be useful. A detailed discussion of these topics can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, where it is described how to effectively use used seats and other equipment elements to improve interior comfort and appearance.