BMW Z4 E85 Front Center Console Ashtray Module Carrier Black 7045876

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW Z4 E85 Front Center Console Ashtray Module Carrier is an original interior component designed for installation in the front section of the center console in the BMW Z4 E85 model. This practical module combines the function of an ashtray and a storage compartment, providing an aesthetic finish to the center tunnel and convenient access for the driver and passenger. Thanks to its BMW OE origin, it maintains a consistent design with the dashboard and other cockpit elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7158488
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7158488
• Substitutable numbers: 51167158488, 7158488, 7045876
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the BMW Z4 E85 cockpit

The presented ashtray with a storage compartment is designed as an integral part of the center console in the BMW Z4 E85. Mounted in the front part of the interior, within the dashboard and tunnel zone, it is responsible for:

• neatly concealing space for small items or ash,
• maintaining a consistent stylistic line of the cockpit,
• convenient access for the driver and passenger without taking their eyes off the road for longer than necessary.

The black color of the housing allows for harmonious integration with most BMW Z4 E85 interior configurations, without contrasts or mismatched shades.

Construction, color, and fitment

The element is made in a uniform, black tone, which facilitates integration with the dashboard and other console panels. This color scheme promotes a consistent, subdued interior look, especially in vehicles with a dark cockpit.

The ashtray with storage compartment is intended for installation in the front zone of the vehicle, making it perfectly suited to the ergonomics of the driver's area. The OEM construction ensures proper fitment with the center console frame and adjacent dashboard elements, which minimizes the risk of looseness, rattles, or unsightly gaps.

Benefits of using an original BMW component

Using the original ashtray and storage module in the BMW Z4 E85 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Factory fitment – a component designed for a specific model, without the need for modifications or adjusting universal replacements.
• Consistent aesthetics – identical texture and color as other BMW cockpit components.
• Functional space – can be used as an ashtray or a lockable storage compartment for small accessories.
• Easier installation – utilizes factory mounting points in the center console.

This solution is particularly recommended when replacing a damaged module, refreshing the interior, or restoring the car to a configuration close to factory condition.

Application in interior restoration and retrofitting

The BMW Z4 E85 Front Center Console Ashtray Module Carrier works well both for standard repairs and for more advanced restoration or retrofitting projects. In vehicles where the previous element has worn out or been replaced by a non-factory solution, returning to the original module allows you to restore the consistent character of the dashboard and improve ergonomics.

If you want to plan your equipment upgrade in your BMW or VAG group car more broadly, it is worth checking out practical tips on vehicle retrofitting – you will find them in the article on professional BMW and VAG retrofitting using used equipment components.

Condition, origin, and selection of the correct element

The offered module belongs to the Dashboards group, which means it is part of the cockpit assembly system, not a universal accessory. When selecting the element, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the BMW Z4 E85 body version and interior configuration to maintain full functionality and aesthetics.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, air vents, or storage covers, check the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.