BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Black Centre Console Armrest Part 9191796

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Black Centre Console Armrest is an original interior component designed for the 5 Series E60 and E61 generations. This used component from the Dashboards category allows for the professional replacement of a worn or damaged armrest, restoring the consistent look and functionality of the central cockpit area. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures a proper fit to the BMW centre console structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9191796
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9191796
• Substitutable numbers: 51169191796, 9191796, 51167059978, 7059978, 51169132660, 9132660
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and compatibility

The presented armrest is designed specifically for the interior of the BMW 5 Series E60 and E61 generations, where it serves as a central element of the console between the front seats. The construction, based on the original BMW design, guarantees proper fitment with the centre tunnels, control panels, and other cockpit components, without the need for modifications or adjustments.

The item is part of the assembly group related to the centre console and the forearm support area for the driver and passenger. As such, it can be used both for standard replacement of a worn armrest and for comprehensive vehicle interior restoration.

Construction, colour scheme, and interior fit

The armrest features a black finish, allowing for aesthetic integration with most BMW 5 Series E60/E61 interior colour configurations. The dark colour blends well with factory console panels, the dashboard, and upholstery, reducing the visibility of minor signs of wear and ensuring a consistent, understated cabin look.

As an original part, the armrest maintains factory mounting geometry and surface shape. This facilitates installation in place of the old component and ensures the proper operation of mechanisms associated with the centre console, such as lid closure and interaction with adjacent panels.

Function in the Dashboards system

Although the centre armrest is a console zone element, it is part of a broader group of components assigned to the Dashboards category. It is responsible for ergonomic arm support while driving, while also being part of the visual composition of the cockpit. A properly selected and fitted element contributes to:

• driving comfort thanks to stable forearm support,
• the aesthetics of the central interior area,
• the consistency of the dashboard and centre tunnel styling lines.

For users who value maintaining the original character of the BMW cabin, using a factory armrest is a beneficial solution in terms of both visual appeal and utility.

Condition, origin, and service application

The offered armrest is a used item, sourced from dismantling, which allows for economical interior repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are particularly useful in situations where there has been mechanical damage to the console, wear of the support surface, or a need to restore the interior to a state close to factory condition after a collision or intensive use.

Due to its factory origin, the armrest works well in professional body and paint repairs as well as in workshops specializing in BMW interior restoration, where compliance with the original vehicle construction is essential.

Selection support and knowledge expansion

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

For drivers interested in a broader perspective on the use of original components from dismantling in premium class cars, an article describing the advantages of using used parts in Mercedes-Benz vehicles may be helpful – you can find it here: used parts for Mercedes – original components from dismantling.