BMW E61 Touring Backrest Rear Right O/S Seat Back Cover Cream Beige Leather

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E61 Touring Backrest Rear Right O/S Seat Back Cover Cream Beige Leather is an original interior component designed for the right section of the rear seat, allowing for a consistent, aesthetic, and functional repair or upgrade of the rear passenger area. Featuring cream beige leather upholstery, the backrest harmoniously integrates with the premium character of the BMW interior, ensuring comfort and color consistency with other cabin elements. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the factory look and ergonomics of the rear seat after damage or wear to the original backrest.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9126500
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9126500
• Substitutable numbers: 9126500, 52209126500
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Beige
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and BMW compatibility

The presented backrest is a component from the Seats and benches group, designed specifically for the rear seat on the right side of the BMW E61 series model. Its placement in the rear of the vehicle on the passenger side ensures proper fitment with the seat structure, mounts, and rails, which facilitates installation and allows for the preservation of the original seat geometry. As a result, after replacing the backrest, the seat line remains level, and access to the trunk and cargo space remains consistent with the factory design.

Upholstery material and interior character

The backrest is made of leather upholstery, which translates into a material that is pleasant to the touch, easier to keep clean, and more resistant to daily use compared to fabric. The beige color creates a bright, spacious impression in the interior, blending well with typical BMW E61 finishes, such as decorative trim or door panels. The leather surface promotes comfort during longer journeys, and the properly contoured backrest supports the passengers' backs, improving the ergonomics of the rear seat.

Rear seat functionality and passenger comfort

The right rear backrest is responsible for stable back support for the passenger and maintaining the proper rigidity of the entire seat structure. Proper fitment of the component to the BMW E61 body affects:

• maintaining the correct seating position in the rear of the vehicle,
• proper interaction with the seat base and seat belts,
• a consistent look of the rear seat after repair or replacement of a damaged element.

By using an original backrest with preserved mounting geometry, you can reduce the risk of improper fitment, squeaking, or looseness that often occur with parts that do not meet factory specifications.

Characteristics of the used part

The backrest comes from dismantling, which means it is a used original BMW component. Such components are often chosen by users who want to maintain factory build quality and fitment while optimizing interior repair costs. In the case of upholstered elements, it is particularly important that the original backrest maintains consistency in shape, stitching lines, and overall styling with the rest of the seat.

Benefits of using the original backrest

Using this rear backrest in a BMW E61 allows for:

• restoring a consistent look to the rear cabin after damage or wear to the previous element,
• maintaining travel comfort thanks to profiling consistent with the manufacturer's design,
• preserving the interior character typical of a premium BMW, with bright leather upholstery.

For those planning a broader interior upgrade, replacing the backrest can be the first stage of refreshing the entire rear seat, especially when they care about uniform color and leather texture.

Interior expansion and related elements

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

If you want to better plan your cabin refresh, choose the right leather elements, and understand how to combine used components, our blog guide will be useful: Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.