BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Front Seat Left Right N/O/S Cover Cloth Anthracite

BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Front Seat Left Right N/O/S Cover Cloth Anthracite is an original interior component designed for installation on the front passenger seats in BMW 3 Series E46 models. This used seat upholstery allows for the technical replacement of a worn or damaged part while maintaining the factory look and ergonomics. It is a practical solution for those who want to restore the cabin's aesthetics and ensure comfort for the driver and passenger using an original BMW part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7045671
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7045671
• Substitutable numbers: 52107045671, 7045671, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented seat cover is designed for installation on BMW E46 front seats, with the possibility of use on both the left and right sides. This solution facilitates fitting the component to a specific interior configuration and allows for flexible upholstery replacement depending on the wear level of individual seats.

Placement in the front cabin area means the component has a direct impact on daily driving comfort, thigh support, and stabilization of the position behind the wheel or on the passenger seat. Using an original seat cover helps maintain visual consistency of the interior and proper fitment to the seat frame structure.

Construction and upholstery material

The seat cover is made of cloth upholstery, characteristic of many BMW E46 trim levels. The fabric ensures predictable performance during use, good ventilation, and stable body support while driving. The seat cover construction is prepared to work with the factory seat frame, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications.

Cloth upholstery is a good choice for users who prefer a neutral, subdued interior look and ease of cleaning. The original finish allows for consistency with other cabin elements, such as backrests, seat bolsters, or factory Door Upholstery.

Condition, functionality, and service application

The item comes from a used vehicle, ensuring it retains the factory fitment for the BMW E46 structure. The used seat cover is particularly useful for:

• replacing worn or frayed seat upholstery,
• repairing the interior after mechanical damage,
• restoring the original cabin look after modifications,
• completing missing elements during car restoration.

Using an original cloth seat cover helps avoid issues with shape, mounting points, and stitching lines that often occur with low-quality replacements. This solution is particularly beneficial for those who care about the stylistic and technical consistency of the interior.

Benefits of installing an original BMW seat cover

Choosing an item like BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Front Seat Left Right N/O/S Cover Cloth Anthracite primarily offers:

• preservation of factory ergonomics and a comfortable driving position,
• consistent cabin appearance with other equipment elements,
• easier installation due to construction compatible with the original seat,
• the possibility of economical interior repair without the need to replace the entire seat.

For workshops and individual users, this means faster repair completion and a lower risk of installation problems. The original seat cover fits well into restoration projects where compliance with the vehicle's factory specification is important.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door panel area in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as upholstery panels, fabric inserts, or complete door cards, check the available parts in the BMW Door Upholstery category.

To better plan the interior restoration and other body elements using dismantled parts, it is worth checking out the tips on selecting used body and trim components in the article Replacing body parts with used ones – can dismantled body parts look like new?.