BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Leather Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey 9134490

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Leather Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey is an original interior component designed for facelift models, allowing you to maintain a consistent, factory-spec cabin appearance. This used part from the Dashboards category is a practical solution for replacing worn or damaged armrest upholstery, improving daily comfort. Thanks to its leather finish in grey, the component integrates harmoniously with the factory BMW interior styling.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9134490
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9134490
• Substitutable numbers: 51169134490, 9134490, 51166965742, 6965742, EM
• Color: Grey
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and compatibility for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI

The presented armrest cover has been designed specifically for the centre console of the facelift (LCI) BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation, ensuring a precise fit with the original centre tunnel structure. This ensures the correct hinge geometry, proper adhesion to the armrest body, and compatibility with the factory opening mechanism. This type of component is particularly useful for interior restoration when the existing cover shows signs of heavy use, wear, or discoloration.

Material, colour, and interior aesthetics

The cover is made of leather upholstery, which helps maintain the understated yet elegant cabin look characteristic of BMW. The grey colour has been selected to match the original centre console panels, dashboard, and door cards in the trim levels intended for this generation. As a result, replacing the component does not disrupt the stylistic consistency, and the refreshed armrest improves the visual perception of the entire central cockpit area.

Functionality and user comfort

The BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Leather Cover Centre Console Armrest Grey plays an important ergonomic role – it provides a comfortable support for the driver's and passenger's forearm, relieving the shoulders during longer drives. The properly contoured surface facilitates a natural hand position on the centre tunnel, which promotes comfort when operating the gear shifter and control elements in this zone. The use of leather also improves resistance to daily wear compared to textile materials, and the smooth structure makes it easy to keep clean using dedicated leather care products.

Condition, service application, and installation

The item is offered as a used part, which provides a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original character of the BMW interior. This type of component is suitable both for standard replacement of a worn cover and for comprehensive cabin restoration, where the priority is to maintain a factory look without the need to invest in new, significantly more expensive sub-assemblies. Installation involves transferring the cover onto the existing centre console armrest body, using factory mounting points, which allows for service without interfering with the dashboard structure.

Integration with other BMW dashboard elements

The leather armrest cover is part of the central cockpit zone, so its visual condition has a direct impact on the perception of the entire dashboard. Replacing a worn element with a well-maintained, original cover allows you to restore colour consistency and material texture in the centre tunnel area, which is particularly important in premium class cars such as the BMW 3 Series. This solution is recommended for both private users and workshops specializing in interior repairs and preparing cars for sale.

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

For drivers interested in making wider use of second-hand components for modifications and repairs of premium class cars, practical tips on selecting used parts can be found in the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality.