BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Front Right O/S Door Card Lining Leather Panel Black

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Front Right O/S Door Card Lining Leather Panel Black is an original door panel in a leather finish, designed for installation on the driver or passenger side in right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles. The black color and factory design ensure a cohesive interior look, while the precise fit for the LCI generation facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of poor alignment. It is a practical solution for replacing a worn or damaged door card in the 5 Series E60/E61.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6983616
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6983616
• Substitutable numbers: 51416983616, 6983616
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 Series E60/E61 LCI

The presented panel is an item from the Door Upholstery category, designed specifically for the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 generation models after the facelift (LCI). The placement on the vehicle is the front, right side, which means the part is intended for the front right door in right-hand drive cars. Thanks to the OEM construction, the correct lines, embossments, and mounting points are maintained, which translates into stable seating and no unwanted play after installation.

Leather finish and interior color scheme

The panel is made in an elegant, black finish, which allows for easy matching with most BMW 5 Series E60/E61 LCI interior configurations. The leather surface of the door card provides a pleasant-to-touch material and an aesthetic appearance consistent with the premium class character. The black color helps maintain a uniform cockpit style and also masks typical signs of use well, which is important for daily vehicle operation.

Functional characteristics and installation

As an OEM component, the BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Front Right O/S Door Card Lining Leather Panel Black has been designed with the factory BMW mounting system in mind. Properly positioned clips and mounting holes allow for:

• direct removal of the old door card and installation of the new one without structural modifications,
• correct alignment with door seals and the door frame,
• maintaining the functionality of factory equipment elements, such as door handles or window controls (if present in the given configuration).

Used condition means that the part comes from dismantling, which allows for maintaining the original BMW specification while optimizing the costs of repair or interior renovation.

Practical application – interior repair and renovation

The BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Front Right O/S Door Card Lining Leather Panel Black will work particularly well in situations where the factory door card is mechanically damaged, worn, or deformed. Replacing it with an original panel allows you to:

• restore a cohesive cabin look after a collision or intensive use,
• maintain the factory BMW styling line without the need for aftermarket replacements,
• maintain an appropriate level of acoustic comfort within the door area.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry and materials, interior renovation using this upholstery is a technically safe and aesthetically predictable solution.

Integration with other BMW door upholstery

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, door cards, or leather finishes, check out the available parts in the BMW Door Upholstery category.

Technical support and cost optimization

When planning broader service work, it is worth considering the impact of used OEM components on the total repair cost. If you are interested in a broader context of using parts from dismantling and their impact on the service budget, an article describing the comparison of popular power units and repair strategies may be helpful – you can find it here: Volkswagen 1.9 TDI vs 1.4 TSI – evolution of VW engines and repair costs.