BMW E46 M3 Rear Seat Bench Backrest Back Cover Leather Walknappa Black

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BMW E46 M3 Rear Seat Bench Backrest Back Cover Leather Walknappa Black is an original upholstery component designed for the rear interior of the iconic M-series BMW model. Crafted from black Walknappa leather with a characteristic texture, the backrest helps maintain a cohesive, sporty cabin character and restores the factory look of the rear seat. This is a solution for users who expect a proper fit, compliance with factory specifications, and an aesthetic finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7901276
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7901276
• Substitutable numbers: 7901276, 52207901276
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW E46 M3

The backrest has been designed specifically for the rear seat of the BMW E46 M3, ensuring it maintains the correct geometry, profiling, and mounting points. Its placement in the rear zone ensures compatibility with the factory seat base, seat belts, and upholstery side panels, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications.

This item comes from the Seats and Benches group, making it suitable both for replacing a damaged backrest and for partial interior restoration when you want to maintain the original character of the M3 version.

Material and finish – black Walknappa leather

The surface of the backrest is finished in black Walknappa leather, used as standard in many sporty BMW configurations. This type of leather is distinguished by its uniform texture, pleasant-to-the-touch finish, and an aesthetic, subtle sheen that blends well with other cockpit elements and door panels.

The black color scheme facilitates integration with the stock E46 M3 upholstery, as well as with popular interior configurations based on dark panels and decorative trims. As a result, the backrest is suitable for both daily-driven cars and projects more focused on sporty driving.

Functional characteristics and application

The rear seat backrest in the BMW E46 M3 serves an important functional and aesthetic role. Replacing a worn or damaged element with an original backrest allows you to:

• restore the cohesive look of the rear cabin,
• maintain the factory seat line and passenger seating ergonomics,
• keep the internal structure of the seat consistent with the BMW design,
• minimize the risk of poor fitment typical of aftermarket replacements.

The product is intended for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, which is important when planning upholstery work or a complete seat set replacement in the M3 model.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing a used part

The backrest comes from dismantling and has the status of a used BMW part, which allows you to maintain the original manufacturer's specification while reducing costs compared to new components. For many restoration and modernization projects, this is a reasonable compromise between quality and budget, especially in the case of specialized models like the E46 M3.

If you want to better plan your interior modernization and understand how choosing branded seats and backrests from dismantling affects comfort and vehicle value, it is worth checking out our guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and increase car value.

Interior expansion and selection of other BMW components

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

For broader tuning or restoration projects where you use parts from dismantling, our practical guide on selecting used components may also be helpful: buying used car parts for tuning projects.