BMW 3 E91 Touring Rear Back Seat Backrest Left N/S Cloth Alcantara

BMW 3 E91 Touring Rear Back Seat Backrest Left N/S Cloth Alcantara is an original component from the Seats and benches group, designed for installation in the rear left section of the interior. This used seat backrest ensures a visually consistent cabin finish and provides solid back support for passengers, serving as a functional addition to the factory BMW seat configuration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8036409
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8036409
• Substitutable numbers: 52208036409, 8036409
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW

The backrest has been specifically designed for the rear left side of the E91 Touring body style, ensuring proper proportions, tilt angle, and mounting geometry. The construction is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates the replacement of a damaged or worn element without the need for modifications to the upholstery or frame.

As a part dedicated to BMW, the backrest aligns with the interior's styling, ensuring visual consistency with the other seats and door panel elements. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a single seat segment, or restoring the interior to a condition close to factory specifications.

Construction and upholstery material

The backrest belongs to the Seats and benches group, meaning its construction is adapted for daily use, frequent folding and unfolding, and the loads generated by passengers. A stable frame ensures adequate rigidity, and the profiling of the backrest surface promotes a comfortable seating position.

The upholstery is made of cloth, which translates into thermally neutral contact with the body, good resistance to typical dirt, and easier maintenance compared to more delicate materials. The material structure promotes even pressure distribution, which improves comfort during longer journeys and limits rapid wear of the usable surface.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Installing this backrest is particularly beneficial in situations where the existing element is mechanically damaged, deformed, or shows significant signs of wear. The replacement allows you to:

• restore proper back support for passengers on the rear seat,
• achieve a consistent look for the left part of the rear seat with the rest of the interior,
• maintain the functionality of folding and utilizing the luggage space,
• reduce costs compared to purchasing a set of new seats.

A used part from dismantling is a sensible choice for maintenance repairs when the price-to-functionality ratio and maintaining the original character of the BMW cabin are priorities.

Condition and origin of the component

The backrest comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part, but still intended for further use. Such components are frequently chosen for interior renovations because they allow for the preservation of factory design and styling solutions without the need to use replacements with different textures or material shades.

Because this is an original element from the BMW seating group, the user gains compatibility with factory mounting systems and predictable performance during daily vehicle use.

Interior expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as seat cushions, headrests, or additional backrest segments, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

For larger interior changes, it is worth consulting a guide on selecting seats from the secondary market – how they affect ergonomics, travel comfort, and the perceived value of the car. Detailed tips can be found in the article Interior metamorphosis: How branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car, which will help you better plan the cabin upgrade in your BMW.