BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Grey Centre Console Part Armrest 7059950

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Grey Centre Console Part Armrest is an original interior component from the Dashboards category, designed for precise installation in the centre tunnel. It ensures a cohesive cabin finish, colour-matched to the factory interior, and provides a stable base for the front armrest.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7059950-3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7059950
• Substitutable numbers: 51167059950, 7059950, 51169191798, 9191798, 51166950999, 6950999, 51167059986, 7059986
• Color: Grey
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and compatibility for BMW 5 Series E60/E61

The presented grey centre console has been designed specifically for the BMW 5 Series E60 and E61 generation models, ensuring it maintains factory mounting geometry and proper fitment with other tunnel components. The appropriate shape and profiling allow for correct armrest seating and integration with adjacent interior panels without the need for modifications.

The grey colour scheme allows for aesthetic integration of the component into the original cabin finish, which is particularly important when replacing a damaged or worn part. This preserves the visual consistency of the cockpit and ensures comfort levels consistent with the manufacturer's specifications.

Construction and function of the centre console

The grey centre console acts as a support structure for the armrest and tunnel elements, stabilising their position and reducing unwanted play. The construction provided by the manufacturer ensures adequate rigidity, which translates into the durability of the mounts and reduces squeaks and vibrations during vehicle operation.

This element is also responsible for the aesthetic closure of the space between the seats, masking the mounting zone and the cables or mechanisms located under the tunnel. As a result, the interior retains an orderly, factory-fresh look, and the user receives comfortable arm support while driving.

Condition, service application and benefits of installation

As a part from the Dashboards category in used condition, the centre console is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged interior elements, or restoring the car to its original specification. Using an original component allows for maintaining compliance with the factory BMW design, which is significant both in technical and visual terms.

Installing such an element is particularly beneficial when the existing console is cracked, deformed, or has damaged armrest mounting points. Using an original part enables the restoration of proper support, improvement of ergonomics, and reduction of unwanted noises resulting from play in the centre tunnel.

How to choose the right centre console

When selecting a centre console for the BMW 5 Series E60/E61, it is crucial to verify compatibility with the specific body version and interior configuration. It is worth paying attention to:

• vehicle generation compatibility (E60/E61),
• the shade of grey in relation to other cabin elements,
• the layout of the centre tunnel and the type of armrest used.

Such an approach minimises the risk of installation problems and allows for maintaining a consistent interior look after the repair or upgrade is completed.

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 decorative panels, tunnel housings, or additional mounting modules, check the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

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