BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Front Seat Trim Cover Covering Outer Right O/S Grey

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Front Seat Trim Cover Covering Outer Right O/S Grey is an original upholstery component designed to refresh and tidy up the driver or passenger seat area on the right side. This component from the Seats and benches group allows you to restore the factory look of the seat side panel, improving both the aesthetics and the functionality of the seat adjustment in your facelifted 5 Series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6989260
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6989260
• Substitutable numbers: 52106989260, 6989260, 52107078544, 7078544, 6989256
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Application and fitment for BMW 5 Series E60/E61 LCI

The presented cover is designed specifically for the facelifted (LCI) BMW 5 Series E60/E61 models, intended for the right side of the front seat. The placement on the vehicle is precisely defined, ensuring the part fits the factory seat mounts and works with the original rails and adjustment mechanisms.

The grey finish allows for seamless integration of the cover into typical BMW 5 Series interior color configurations, without the need to modify other upholstery elements. It is a practical solution when replacing a damaged, cracked, or missing cover on the outer side of the seat.

Construction, color, and function of the component

The side cover serves both an aesthetic and protective function – it masks the seat structure, rails, and adjustment elements, while protecting them from accidental impacts from shoes or luggage. The grey color has been selected for compatibility with factory interior arrangements, making it easy to maintain a uniform cabin appearance.

The part is prepared for installation in the outer position of the right front seat, meaning that once installed, it creates a cohesive side line of the seat on the door side. As a result, the vehicle's interior gains an orderly, factory-like character, and the user has unobstructed access to the adjustment mechanisms, if provided in this area.

Condition, origin, and benefits of installation

The cover comes from the original BMW production line and is a secondary market component, which allows for an economical replacement without sacrificing factory fitment. A used component of this type is a sensible choice for interior repairs – it ensures compatibility with the seat structure while reducing costs compared to new parts.

Replacing a damaged cover with a functional part allows you to:

• restore the aesthetics of the side part of the passenger or driver seat (depending on the market),
• protect adjustment mechanisms from accidental mechanical damage,
• maintain a consistent look of the upholstery and plastics within the cabin,
• increase the interior's appeal when reselling the vehicle.

Interior, ergonomics, and BMW cabin tuning

Elements from the Seats and benches group have a significant impact on the perception of the interior – even a seemingly small side cover can change the impression of using the car, especially when it replaces a cracked or missing piece of trim. An orderly seat area improves ergonomics, facilitates getting in and out, and reduces the risk of snagging on exposed structural edges.

If you want to plan a broader cabin upgrade, seat replacement, or other interior equipment upgrades from the secondary market, it is worth checking out the Global Parts guide – it describes in detail how to reasonably select used components to improve the comfort and appearance of the car. Practical tips can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts.

Expanding work within BMW seats

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seat area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as seat cushions, backrests, or headrests, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.