BMW 3 Series E46 Wooden Strip Trim Cover Door Front Right O/S Wood Birch

BMW 3 Series E46 Wooden Strip Trim Cover Door Front Right O/S Wood Birch is an elegant interior trim component designed for installation on the front passenger side. The original wood styling allows you to restore a cohesive look to the cockpit while maintaining the factory character of the BMW interior. It is a practical solution for both repairing damage and aesthetically refreshing the vehicle's interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7048974
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7048974
• Substitutable numbers: 7048974, 51457048974, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and fitment

The presented trim strip is designed for installation on the front right door of the BMW 3 Series E46. Its placement on the vehicle is clearly defined, which facilitates the selection of the correct part when replacing a damaged or missing strip. Thanks to factory mounting points, the trim works with the original door upholstery, ensuring a stable fit without the need for modifications.

Visual and functional characteristics

The birch wood finish gives the interior a cohesive, classic look, characteristic of factory BMW wood trim packages. The element serves both an aesthetic and protective function – it masks the edges of the upholstery and minor surface irregularities, and when installed correctly, it reduces the risk of rattles and looseness within the door panel area.

The trim is particularly useful for:

• interior restoration after mechanical damage or upholstery disassembly,
• replacing missing trim pieces after previous modifications,
• restoring the original cabin appearance after the installation of lower-quality aftermarket parts.

Benefits of using an original wooden trim

Using a factory decorative element allows you to maintain a uniform stylistic line of the BMW interior. The appropriate profile of the trim, matched to the shape of the front right door, minimizes the risk of poor fitment typical of generic replacements. This solution is particularly important in vehicles where maintaining the original specification and value of the car is a priority.

Key advantages include:

• factory fitment to the shape of the door panel,
• color consistency with other birch wood trim pieces,
• the ability to aesthetically replace a single element without interfering with the rest of the interior.

Use in restoration and tuning projects

The front right door wooden trim works well both in standard restoration and in light visual tuning projects focused on improving interior quality while retaining original BMW components. Using a pre-owned part allows you to optimize costs while maintaining the factory character of the cabin.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional trim strips, panels, or decorative inserts, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Knowledge and inspiration for automotive enthusiasts

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