BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Rear Right O/S Trim Panel Door Card Leather Beige

BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Rear Right O/S Trim Panel Door Card Leather Beige is an original door trim designed for the rear section of the vehicle, allowing for an aesthetic and functional restoration of your BMW's interior. The light beige color harmonizes perfectly with factory finishes, restoring a cohesive look to the cabin. This component belongs to the Door panels category, making it an ideal fit for the factory styling concept of the E46 model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8224540
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8224540
• Substitutable numbers: 51428224540, 8224540, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Beige
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented door card is designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle, on the right side, for BMW 3 Series E46 sedan or touring models. The construction, based on the factory design, ensures proper fitment with the door sheet metal, mounting points, and other interior trim elements. As a result, installation is straightforward, with no need for modifications or reshaping.

Finish and color

The upholstery features an elegant beige finish, characteristic of light BMW E46 interior configurations. This shade visually enhances the spaciousness of the cabin and complements light-colored seats, headliners, and pillars. The uniform color of the door card allows for a seamless replacement of a damaged element without disrupting the overall interior aesthetics.

Functional characteristics

The original door trim ensures stable mounting to the door structure and proper support for equipment such as the interior handle or armrest. Using a factory panel translates into:

• secure seating on factory clips and guides,
• reduction of unwanted vibrations and squeaks while driving,
• preservation of the original geometry of the door surface.

This makes the door card a solid base for the further installation of other trim elements intended for a given equipment variant.

Condition and service application

The item is used, making it a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing worn-out upholstery, or restoring the car to a near-factory condition on a reasonable budget. Choosing original upholstery from the secondary market allows you to maintain compliance with factory specifications while reducing costs compared to new components.

Support for complete interior restoration

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 upholstery panels, door cards, or door trims, check out the available parts in the BMW door panels category.

Additional materials and inspiration

If you are interested in how the use of original interior elements and accessories affects the character of a car and its modification possibilities, it is worth reading the article MINI John Cooper Works – what makes it stand out and how to improve your MINI?, which shows an approach to upgrading a car using OEM components from the secondary market.