BMW 3 Series E92 E93 Centre Console Rear Ashtray Tray Leather Carbon 6960686

BMW 3 Series E92 E93 Centre Console Rear Ashtray Tray Leather Carbon is an original interior component designed for installation in the rear cabin area. This used component allows you to maintain a consistent, factory-look cockpit while providing a practical space for small accessories. Thanks to the leather finish with a carbon pattern, the unit blends perfectly with the trim line of the 3 Series coupe and convertible models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6960686-4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6960686
• Substitutable numbers: 51166960686, 6960686, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The described centre console with a rear ashtray is dedicated to BMW 3 Series E92 and E93 models, where it is mounted in the rear section of the centre tunnel. Its purpose is to provide an aesthetic finish to the space between the rear seats and to ensure convenient access to a lockable storage compartment or ashtray for rear passengers.

Its placement in the rear zone of the cabin makes this element both functional and visual – it influences the perception of interior quality and the comfort of daily vehicle use.

Construction and finish

The console combines rigid structural plastic with leather upholstery in a carbon pattern, which gives the interior a more dynamic, modern character. The leather finish improves tactile feel, while the carbon structure visually references BMW's sporty styling.

A practical ashtray/storage compartment with a flap is integrated into the rear section, which creates a uniform surface with the rest of the console when closed. This solution helps keep the cabin tidy without disrupting the stylistic lines of the centre tunnel.

Benefits of using an original console

Using an original interior component provides a number of practical benefits:

• Consistent visual fit – the colours and texture of the materials are consistent with the factory finish of the BMW 3 Series E92/E93.
• Precise fitment with other centre tunnel elements, which reduces the risk of rattles and looseness after installation.
• The ability to restore the original look of the interior after damage or wear of the previous console.
• A practical, lockable space for small items in the rear of the cabin.

The used component allows you to refresh the interior in an economical way while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Condition, installation, and compatibility

The product comes from dismantling and is offered as a used BMW part, which means it may show signs of normal wear but retains the functionality intended by the manufacturer. Before installation, a standard visual inspection and surface cleaning are recommended to achieve the best possible aesthetic effect.

The console is designed for installation in the rear part of the centre tunnel, in place of the factory element. Installation involves removing the old part and seating the new one in the existing mounting points, which makes it easier to maintain the correct geometry and stability of the entire assembly.

Expanding knowledge and selecting other components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear interior zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as tunnel panels, covers, or additional equipment modules, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For those interested in comparing the character of sports versions of cars with more standard variants, including differences in construction and equipment, an article describing RS models in detail may be useful – you can find it here: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.

If you are considering a wider renovation of the interior or the entire car from years similar to the E92/E93 and want to better understand the potential of used components, it is worth reading the guide: The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years.