Front Seat BMW F45 F48 Left N/S Sport Heated Memory Seat Leather Oyster

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Front Seat BMW F45 F48 Left N/S Sport Heated Memory Seat Leather Oyster is a branded interior component that allows for a significant improvement in the ergonomics, comfort, and aesthetics of the cabin. Thanks to the original BMW design and the use of Oyster light-colored leather, the seat fits perfectly into the character of the 2 Series Active Tourer and X1 interiors, serving as an attractive base for replacing a worn seat or upgrading the interior. This is a particularly beneficial solution for drivers expecting a sporty driving position combined with heating and memory functions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7398597-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7398597
• Substitutable numbers: 7398597, 52107398597, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Seat construction and purpose

The offered seat belongs to the Seats and benches category and is designed for the front left side, i.e., the driver's position in right-hand drive versions. The sporty profile of the backrest and seat cushion provides better lateral support during dynamic driving while maintaining comfort for everyday use. The applied Oyster leather upholstery is a solution typical for higher BMW trim levels, which allows for visually elevating the interior finish without the need for costly installation of new components.

The seat is an original BMW part, which translates into a proper fit for the rails, mounting points, and electrical installation in dedicated models. As a result, it serves as a practical base for replacing a damaged or heavily worn seat without interfering with the body structure.

Features: sport, heating, and memory settings

The sporty character of the seat is manifested by the clearly contoured sides of the backrest and seat cushion, which stabilize the driver's body in corners and at higher speeds. At the same time, comfortable seat geometry is maintained, suitable for both city and long-distance driving. The built-in heating improves comfort during colder months, accelerating the warming of the seat and backrest surfaces compared to standard seats without this function.

A significant advantage is also the memory function, allowing for the storage of selected seat positions and their quick recall. This is a particularly practical solution in cars used by more than one driver – the position change occurs automatically, without the need for manual adjustment of the seat position each time.

Upholstery material and utility values

Oyster-colored leather upholstery is a combination characteristic of BMW, blending a light, elegant color with a durable material that has good resistance to wear. Leather ensures easier maintenance than classic fabrics and, with proper care, retains an aesthetic appearance for a long time. The light shade optically brightens the interior, which is particularly beneficial in darker cockpit configurations.

For users planning a broader cabin modernization, a leather sport seat with heating and memory can serve as a starting point for further changes, such as retrofitting other seating positions with similar upholstery or replacing interior decorative elements to be more color-consistent.

Integration with the BMW interior and set expansion

Due to its factory origin, the seat is structurally prepared to work with original BMW safety and comfort systems, such as occupancy sensors, electric adjustments, or heating control from the climate control panel (depending on the vehicle configuration). This is important from the point of view of maintaining the integrity of onboard systems and avoiding issues with module communication.

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

How replacing the seat affects comfort and car value

Replacing a standard seat with a leather sport seat with heating and memory translates into significantly better body support, a more stable driving position, and greater thermal comfort. In practice, this means less fatigue during longer trips and more predictable driver behavior in situations requiring precise vehicle control.

If you want to better understand how branded used seats affect ergonomics and the perceived value of a vehicle, it is worth reading the guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded dismantled seats improve comfort and increase car value. For those thinking more broadly about interior and body modifications, the following material may also be useful: The best used parts for tuning your car, which shows how to consciously select components from the secondary market.