BMW 3 Series 2 E90 E91 Decor Strip Trim Rear Left Door N/S Aluminium 6982473

BMW 3 Series 2 E90 E91 Decor Strip Trim Rear Left Door N/S Aluminium is an original interior trim component designed for installation on the rear left side of the passenger cabin. The aluminium decor serves as an aesthetic complement to the factory interior, ensuring a cohesive look for the cockpit and a harmonious transition between the front and rear doors. Thanks to its precise fit for this specific BMW 3 Series generation, installation is predictable and straightforward, requiring no modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6982473-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6982473
• Substitutable numbers: 51426982473, 6982473
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91

The presented decor strip has been designed specifically for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 models, intended for the rear left door. This ensures the retention of the correct geometry, mounting points, and character lines typical of this body generation. The component works with the factory door panel, upholstery, and other aluminium strips, allowing for a uniform interior character.

Such fitment is important not only visually but also functionally – a correctly installed strip does not cause stress on the upholstery, does not protrude, and does not generate unwanted noises while driving.

Construction and properties of aluminium

The strip is made of decorative aluminium, used by BMW as a premium-class factory finish. This material combines moderate weight with adequate rigidity, which limits the risk of deformation during proper installation. The aluminium surface has been prepared to ensure good resistance to typical interior operational loads – touch, minor scratches, or temperature changes.

The aluminium interior finish also influences visual ergonomics: it reflects light in a controlled manner, improving the clarity of the cockpit lines and giving the cabin a more technical, orderly character. Combined with other decor elements, it creates a cohesive, functional whole.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered strip is a used part, sourced from vehicle dismantling. Such components are often chosen for post-accident repairs, interior spot renovations, or restoring a car to a near-factory state when maintaining the original manufacturer's specification is desired. A used decorative element allows for visual consistency with the remaining cabin parts, which have also undergone a period of use.

In practice, this means the strip is a good choice in situations where there has been mechanical damage or local wear of the original decor on the rear left door, and the goal is to restore the correct appearance without interfering with the door structure.

Application in repairs and interior upgrades

The BMW 3 Series 2 E90 E91 Decor Strip Trim Rear Left Door N/S Aluminium is suitable for several typical service scenarios:

• replacing a damaged or scratched strip after a collision or improper upholstery removal,
• replacing a missing element after previous interior modifications,
• restoring the original aluminium package after changing decor configurations.

Thanks to the retention of factory geometry, the element can be installed using standard mounting points, which facilitates workshop work and reduces the time needed for fitting. This is a practical solution for both professional service centers and users independently completing their interior equipment.

Complementary elements and further knowledge

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

When comparing quality and technical solutions between different brands and drivetrain versions, it is worth consulting expert materials – a good starting point is the analysis of AWD systems, their construction, and typical components, which you will find in the article xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems from BMW, Mercedes, Audi, and VW.

For a fuller understanding of the differences in manufacturers' approaches to the construction of sports and production cars, as well as the impact of these differences on the selection of spare parts, the comparative material regarding RS models may also be helpful, available in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.