BMW 3 Series 2 E92 E93 LCi Cover Rear Console With Light Package Rear Black

BMW 3 Series 2 E92 E93 LCi Cover Rear Console With Light Package Rear Black is an original interior component designed for installation in the rear section of the center console in BMW 3 Series E92 and E93 models. This component from the Dashboards group allows for a visually consistent and functional finish of the rear cabin area, maintaining the factory character of the cockpit. Finished in black, it ensures an aesthetic match for most BMW interior configurations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6963900-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6963900
• Substitutable numbers: 51166963900, 6963900, 51166961645, 6961645, 42796911
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The rear console tunnel armrest is designed as a component mounted in the rear seat area, along the vehicle's axis. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the tunnel while providing practical support for rear passengers. Thanks to its factory geometry and mounting points, it is perfectly matched to the architecture of the BMW E92/E93 interior, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the original cockpit lines.

The black color scheme promotes integration with stock upholstery and the dashboard, reducing the risk of shade differences between individual elements. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged or worn rear tunnel section, where maintaining a consistent interior look is a priority.

Construction and fitment for BMW

The element belongs to the group of interior components related to Dashboards, meaning it has been developed to maintain appropriate rigidity, stability, and precise connection lines with adjacent panels. The design is intended for installation in the rear tunnel zone, preserving factory mounting points and routing.

Its original BMW origin guarantees dimensional compatibility with the factory interior design, which translates into:

• proper fitment with other tunnel elements and the rear part of the cabin,
• stable seating without unwanted play,
• preservation of the factory cockpit styling line.

Visual characteristics and ergonomics

The black color of the rear console armrest helps maintain a uniform, subdued interior aesthetic typical of the BMW 3 Series E92/E93. This shade effectively masks minor operational dirt and is neutral towards various upholstery variants (fabric or leather). As a result, replacing the element does not disrupt the overall perception of the cabin.

Its placement in the rear part of the center console improves the ergonomics for rear passengers, providing comfortable support and organizing the space between the seats. This is particularly important on longer journeys, where the comfort of the rear bench has a real impact on the travel experience.

Condition, origin, and service application

The element comes from the BMW range and is intended as a replacement part for E92/E93 models where the rear part of the tunnel with the armrest needs to be replaced – for example, after mechanical damage, removal of additional installations, or operational wear. The used nature of the product allows for an economical interior repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Selecting the correct component is facilitated by the presence of the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers in the technical specification – these allow for precise verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle equipment version before installation.

Benefits of using an original element

Using an original rear console tunnel armrest in a BMW E92/E93 provides several significant service and utility benefits:

• Visual interior consistency – maintaining the factory look of the rear cabin without the need to adapt universal elements.
• Factory fitment – no need for mounting modifications or panel trimming, which shortens installation time.
• Economical repair – a used original element often represents a favorable compromise between cost and build quality.

This approach is particularly valuable during comprehensive interior restoration, where both aesthetics and compliance with the manufacturer's design are important.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit and center console area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, tunnel covers, or interior grilles, check the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

If you are considering a wider range of service work on your car and want to better understand when it is worth reaching for original used components instead of refurbished ones, you will find useful information in the article Manual transmission failures – why an original used part is a more sensible choice than regeneration.