Centre Console Cover BMW X5 E53 Base Trim Ashtray Ash Tray Graphite 8268652

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Centre Console Cover BMW X5 E53 Base Trim Ashtray Ash Tray Graphite is an original interior component designed for installation in the front section of the cabin. Thanks to its factory fitment, it ensures a consistent cockpit appearance, maintaining the BMW design language and ergonomic access to the ashtray. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the centre console after the original panel has become worn or damaged.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7124461-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7124461
• Substitutable numbers: 7124461, 51167124461, 8268652, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Graphite
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and function in the BMW X5 E53

The presented centre console cover has been designed specifically for the BMW X5 E53 model with the base trim version. The component is mounted in the front part of the interior, in the area between the seats, where it integrates with the centre tunnel and the factory ashtray. The panel's design allows for proper alignment of the console lines, ensuring convenient access to the small item storage compartment and the ashtray without interfering with the original interior layout.

Appearance, colour scheme, and fitment

The cover is finished in a graphite shade, characteristic of many BMW X5 E53 interior configurations. This colour scheme allows for consistency with factory plastics and upholstery, with no visible tonal differences within the cockpit. The panel is profiled to match the standard console geometry, which translates into stable mounting and proper alignment with adjacent trim elements.

Characteristics of the used component

The product belongs to the Console parts category and is a used item, which in practice means maintaining the original BMW specification at a more favourable cost level compared to new components. For many users, this represents a reasonable compromise between quality and budget, especially during comprehensive interior restoration where adherence to the factory design and proper operation of moving parts, such as the ashtray lid, are essential.

Benefits of using an original console cover

Using an original centre console cover in the BMW X5 E53 allows you to:

• maintain a uniform interior style consistent with the manufacturer's design,
• preserve proper placement and access to the ashtray in the front part of the cabin,
• reduce the risk of installation issues typical of unreliable aftermarket replacements,
• restore the aesthetics of the console after mechanical damage or signs of heavy wear.

Thanks to this component, you can carry out a renovation of the centre console area in an orderly manner, without the need to modify factory mounts or interfere with the tunnel structure.

Support in choosing used parts

For interior trim components such as console covers, choosing a used part is often an economical solution while maintaining original build quality. If you want to better understand the differences between new and used components and consciously plan your repair budget, it is worth checking out the guide Car parts – new or used? We compare costs, quality, and durability, which discusses the key aspects of component selection.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as masking panels, frames, or additional trim modules, check out the available parts in the BMW Console parts category.