BMW E46 Touring Rear Seat Left N/S Backrest Cover Leather Montana Schwarz

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E46 Touring Rear Seat Left N/S Backrest Cover Leather Montana Schwarz is an original rear seat upholstery component, designed for installation on the left side of the rear cabin. The leather finish ensures a consistent look with the factory interior, while the OEM construction guarantees a proper fit with the seat mounts and geometry. It is a practical solution for replacing a worn or damaged backrest in a 3 Series E46 Touring.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8258176
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8258176
• Substitutable numbers: 52208258176, 8258176
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The backrest has been designed specifically for the rear seat of the 3 Series E46 Touring body style, intended for the left side in the rear row. Thanks to the factory geometry, the correct mounting points, tilt angle, and seat split line are maintained, which facilitates installation and allows for the preservation of the backrest folding functionality.

This item belongs to the Seats and benches category, and is therefore directly related to the ergonomics and comfort of the rear vehicle passengers. The construction is prepared for compatibility with the original backrest hinges and locks, which limits the need for additional modifications.

Material and finish

The backrest is made of black leather, allowing for an aesthetic match to BMW E46 Touring interiors with factory leather upholstery. The leather surface provides a pleasant-to-the-touch material, easier maintenance, and a consistent, orderly look for the rear cabin area.

The uniform black leather color scheme promotes integration with door panels, the seat base, and other upholstery elements, ensuring that replacing a single backrest does not disrupt the visual continuity of the interior. This is particularly important during partial cabin restoration, when maintaining the factory character is a priority.

Functionality in the rear of the vehicle

The placement of the backrest in the rear zone, on the left side, is significant for both passenger comfort and the practicality of the luggage space. A correctly selected component allows for maintaining:

• stable back support for the passenger sitting on the left rear side,
• proper operation of the backrest folding mechanism,
• consistent seat split relative to the right section and any potential middle segment.

As a result, the interior remains functional both in daily driving and when frequently utilizing the cargo space, where folding the backrest is crucial.

Characteristics of the used component

The backrest comes from dismantling, which means it is a used item, but it retains a construction consistent with BMW factory standards. It is a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, replacing worn upholstery, or restoring the car to a state close to the original without the need to invest in a complete new set of seats.

Choosing an original backrest from the secondary market allows for maintaining high dimensional and mounting compatibility, which is particularly important in the case of interior elements where precise fitment and the absence of unwanted play or tension are essential.

Interior expansion and additional information

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

When planning to refresh the cabin, it is worth looking more broadly at the entire passenger zone – selecting the right seats, backrests, and multimedia equipment allows you to achieve an effect similar to higher-end versions. Practical tips regarding the selection of used interior components, their compatibility, and installation can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.