BMW E61 Rear Seat Armrest Centre Backrest Storage Tray Dakota Black 7245856

BMW E61 Rear Seat Armrest Centre Backrest Storage Tray Dakota Black is an original interior component designed for the rear seat, allowing for professional repair or refreshing of the passenger area. This product from the Seats and benches category ensures a factory-fit for the BMW interior structure and maintains stylistic consistency with other upholstery elements. Thanks to the use of leather and the armrest function, the rear part of the cabin gains a more comfortable and organized character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7245856
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7245856
• Substitutable numbers: 7245856, 52207245856, 7118956, 52207118956, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The armrest backrest is a component mounted in the rear part of the interior, in the passenger seat area. Its purpose is to provide comfortable support for the arms and a stable filler for the central part of the backrest, which improves the ergonomics and aesthetics of the rear cabin zone. This solution improves travel comfort on longer routes and helps maintain a consistent, orderly seating layout.

The element has been designed specifically for BMW, which means maintaining the correct geometry, mounting points, and compatibility with the factory seat construction. As a result, installation is predictable, without the need for structural modifications.

Materials and finish

The armrest backrest is made of leather upholstery in black, which allows for matching with the appropriate BMW E61 interior configurations. The leather provides a pleasant-to-touch surface that is easy to maintain daily, while visually elevating the finish level of the rear seat. The use of this material helps maintain consistency with other leather upholstery elements in the vehicle.

The structural color of the element is black, which facilitates integration with factory load-bearing and internal components that are not visible at first glance. Such a combination of leather with a black structural base is typical for OEM solutions and promotes the durability and stability of the entire armrest.

Benefits of using an original armrest backrest

Using an original armrest backrest in a BMW E61 brings a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining the factory look of the rear seat and the stylistic consistency of the interior,
• ergonomic support for rear seat passengers, improving ride comfort,
• stable filling of the central part of the backrest, without slack or unwanted movement,
• easier maintenance of order in the rear part of the cabin thanks to a clearly defined armrest zone.

The product is used, which allows for economical repair or replacement of the element while maintaining the original BMW specification. This solution is particularly beneficial for comprehensive interior renovation when you want to combine OEM quality with a reasonable budget.

Selection, installation, and compatibility

The armrest backrest has been prepared for the rear interior of a BMW, so it is crucial to match it to the specific equipment version and seat configuration. Before installation, it is worth verifying compatibility with your existing leather upholstery and the mounting layout in the vehicle. The original construction facilitates installation in place of the factory element, without the need to interfere with the seat structure.

In the case of expanding or refreshing the entire rear seating area, the armrest backrest can be a central element of modernization, allowing you to restore the consistent look and functionality of the rear seat. This is especially important for cars used intensively, where the central part of the backrest is exposed to mechanical wear.

Interior modernization expansion and additional materials

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

For larger changes in the cabin, it is worth reading tips on selecting used upholstery elements and seats. Practical advice on how to improve ride comfort and increase the car's value through properly selected interior components can be found in the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value.

If you are considering a wider range of work on the car and want to complete various used components in one place, a guide describing the One-Stop-Shop purchasing strategy may be helpful – more information can be found in the material how to complete used car parts in one place.