BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Leather Gear Lever Cover Schwarz 7552512

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Leather Gear Lever Cover is an original interior trim component designed for the 5 Series E60 and E61 generations. Crafted from genuine Schwarz leather, it ensures a seamless look with the factory BMW interior and allows for the aesthetic replacement of a worn or damaged cover. It is a practical solution for drivers looking to restore a neat and tidy appearance to their cockpit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7552512
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7552512
• Substitutable numbers: 25117552512, 7552512, PK
• Category: Handbrake & Gear Stick Gaiters

Purpose and compatibility

This leather cover is dedicated to the gear lever of the BMW 5 Series E60/E61, which are popular executive-class models with rear-wheel drive or xDrive. The component belongs to the Handbrake and gear lever covers category, meaning it is responsible for the aesthetic and functional finish of the center console in the transmission control area.

Its original BMW origin ensures the correct shape, mounting geometry, and proper fitment to the frame and lever. As a result, installation is straightforward, with no need for modifications or adjustments required by universal parts.

Construction and materials

The cover is made of black leather, color-matched to standard BMW 5 Series interior configurations. The leather finish provides a pleasant tactile surface, resistance to typical operational wear, and ease of cleaning with proper maintenance.

The design of the cover is profiled to work in harmony with the gear lever throughout its full range of motion. Properly shaped stitching and the accordion-style layout of the material reduce stress, minimizing the risk of cracking or stretching the leather during daily use.

Function in the cockpit and user comfort

The leather gear lever cover serves several important functions in the cabin:

• masks the lever mechanism, improving the visual order of the center console,
• limits the ingress of dust and small debris into the mechanism,
• enhances the subjective perception of interior finish quality,
• complements the styling of other leather elements in the cockpit.

For the driver, this means a more cohesive, orderly cabin appearance and a more pleasant interaction with the gear lever area, especially in vehicles where other interior components are well-maintained.

Condition, origin, and service application

The item is sourced from disassembly and is offered as a used BMW part. This is a solution often chosen for interior servicing when the factory cover is worn, cracked, or deformed, and the owner wishes to preserve the original character of the cockpit without investing in a new part from a dealership.

The original cover from this product group works well both for standard replacement of a worn component and for staged interior restoration – e.g., in parallel with replacing the gear knob or refreshing other leather details.

Installation tips and part selection

Before installation, it is worth verifying the compatibility of the cover with the specific center console equipment version of your BMW 5 Series. In practice, this involves comparing the shape, the method of attachment to the frame, and the height of the cover against the factory component. A correctly selected part allows for installation without interfering with the console structure.

To facilitate identification, dedicated manufacturer markings and reference numbers are used, which allow the cover to be matched to a specific vehicle configuration. In case of doubt, it is worth comparing the part you have with the one currently installed in the car, paying attention to the stitching line and the geometry of the bottom edge.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the center console area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, gaiters, or additional trims, check out the available parts in the BMW handbrake and gear lever covers category.

For drivers considering broader work on the drivetrain and gear control, a guide on the cost-effectiveness of using salvaged parts may be helpful – you can find more practical tips in the article "Used gearbox – when is it worth it and what you need to remember".