BMW E70 E71 Heated Sport Front Left N/S Seat Backrest Cover Leather Oyster

BMW E70 E71 Heated Sport Front Left N/S Seat Backrest Cover Leather Oyster is an original component from the Seats and benches group, designed for installation on the front left sport seat. The Oyster leather upholstery with integrated heating allows you to restore factory thermal comfort and interior aesthetics in BMW E70 and E71 series vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9146118
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9146118
• Substitutable numbers: 52109146118, 9146118
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fit for the sport seat

The presented cover is dedicated to the backrest of the sport seat mounted on the front left side in BMW E70 and E71 models. The construction has been prepared to maintain the correct shape of the backrest, routing of heating wires, and proper fitment on the factory seat foam, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for upholstery modifications.

By maintaining the original backrest geometry, the cover allows for the retention of proper side support and sport seat ergonomics, which is important both in daily use and during dynamic driving.

Upholstery material and finish

The cover is made of leather upholstery, color-matched to the Oyster interiors of the BMW E70 and E71. The leather provides a pleasant-to-the-touch, durable, and easy-to-maintain material that withstands intensive use well. Using a factory finish allows for visual consistency with other interior elements – the seat base, door panels, or center console.

The structure and thickness of the leather are selected to work with the heating mat in the backrest, enabling even heat distribution without excessive tension on the material during the operation of the heating system.

Backrest heating – comfort and functionality

The integrated backrest heating increases driving comfort in low temperatures, accelerating the warming of the driver's or passenger's back. The use of the original cover design promotes:

• proper adhesion of heating elements to the backrest foam,
• even temperature distribution across the entire surface of the back,
• stable operation of the factory seat heating control system.

As a result, compatibility with the vehicle's equipment system is maintained, and the user receives thermal comfort similar to a factory-new seat.

Application in BMW interior restoration

The heated sport seat backrest cover is particularly suitable for replacing worn, cracked, or thermally damaged upholstery. This enables a technically correct seat restoration without the need to replace the entire seat, which is cost-effective and allows for the preservation of the original seat structure.

This element is suitable for users who want to:

• visually renew the Oyster BMW E70/E71 interior,
• restore the functionality of the factory backrest heating,
• maintain the sporty character of the seat while preserving comfort on long journeys.

Benefits of choosing an original used cover

Choosing a used, original backrest cover allows you to maintain the factory fit to the seat structure and consistency with other interior elements. This is a particularly attractive solution for BMW owners who value the authentic character of the equipment and want to avoid non-factory upholstery modifications.

If you want to learn more about the possibilities of improving the comfort and appearance of the cabin using dismantled parts, it is worth checking out the guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.

For those considering wider use of recycled components in cars of this brand, the following article may also be helpful: Used parts for BMW – is it worth it? Key benefits for brand fans.

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