BMW E81 E82 Side Finisher Rear Seat Corner Right O/S Leather Boston Red

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E81 E82 Side Finisher Rear Seat Corner Right O/S Leather Boston Red is an original rear interior upholstery component, designed for the right side of the rear seat in the BMW 1 Series E81 model. The leather finish in an intense red color allows you to maintain the consistency of the factory styling or perform an aesthetic interior upgrade. It is a practical solution for users who want to technically restore the equipment configuration or refresh the passenger cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9158980-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9158980
• Substitutable numbers: 52209158980, 9158980, 6984878, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Red
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and function of the component

The presented side finisher is dedicated to installation in the rear part of the cabin, on the right side of the seat, ensuring proper coverage of the body structure and an aesthetic finish for the passenger space. The component belongs to the Seats and benches group, which means it works directly with the seat cushion and backrest, creating a visually and functionally consistent upholstery set.

The placement on the vehicle is factory-defined, which is why the side finisher maintains the appropriate geometry, embossing, and mounting points, facilitating correct installation and minimizing the risk of mismatch with other interior panels.

Material, color scheme, and interior character

The upholstery is made of genuine leather, which translates into a surface that is pleasant to the touch, has good durability, and is easy to maintain with proper care. The leather side finisher works well with factory seats and benches, ensuring a uniform texture and a consistent finish character.

The red color gives the interior a distinctly sporty, dynamic accent, characteristic of higher-end BMW configurations. This choice of color allows you to:

• emphasize the sporty trim line,
• complement an existing leather package in the same tone,
• build a contrasting, distinctive cabin arrangement.

Benefits of using an original side finisher

Using a factory rear seat side finisher on the right side allows you to maintain compliance with the BMW E81 interior structure, without the need for modifications or fitting universal panels. This is particularly important for:

• accident repairs and restoring the original interior condition,
• local upholstery renovations after mechanical damage,
• upgrading the cabin from fabric to leather in a specific color configuration.

The component from this group allows you to maintain the consistency of the side line of the seat, which affects both aesthetics and passenger comfort – no exposed structural elements and stable support for the side parts of the upholstery.

Condition, fitment, and installation aspects

The product is used, which in practice means it comes from disassembly and may show signs of normal wear while maintaining full structural functionality. For proper selection, it is recommended to compare the shape, type of upholstery, and mounting side with the currently installed component in the vehicle.

Thanks to its factory design for a specific BMW model, the rear seat side finisher on the right side is a solution close to the plug-and-play concept – after verifying the compatibility of the interior version, installation can be carried out without interfering with the body structure.

Interior expansion and auxiliary materials

If you are planning a wider cabin modernization, including seats, benches, steering wheels, or a multimedia system, it is worth checking out the guide on completing equipment from the secondary market. Practical tips on selecting components, verifying compatibility, and installation can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.

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