BMW E90 E91 Sun Visor With Mirror Right O/S Covering Panel Leather Beige 6981652

BMW E90 E91 Sun Visor With Mirror Right O/S Covering Panel Leather Beige is an original interior equipment component designed for installation on the right side of the cabin. The beige finish maintains the color consistency of the upholstery, while the robust construction provides effective protection against glare and improves passenger comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6981652
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6981652
• Substitutable numbers: 51166981652, 6981652, 51167152706, 7152706, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Beige
• Category: Sun Visors

Purpose and function of the sun visor

The presented visor belongs to the Sun visors category and was designed specifically for BMW E90/E91 series vehicles. Its task is to reduce the intensity of sunlight entering through the side and front windows, which improves visibility and reduces passenger eye fatigue.

Placement on the right side of the interior ensures a perfect fit with factory mounting points, allowing the component to maintain proper geometry relative to the headliner and pillars. The beige color allows for aesthetic integration into light-colored interior configurations without looking out of place.

Construction, color scheme, and interior fitment

The visor is manufactured as an OEM component, which translates into precise fitment with the headliner and stable operation during folding and unfolding. The movement mechanism is designed for smooth operation, without excessive play or unwanted noises while driving.

The beige color scheme is particularly beneficial in vehicles with light interiors because it:

• maintains a uniform stylistic line of the cockpit and headliner,
• does not visually disrupt the transition between the pillars and the roof,
• emphasizes the elegant character of the cabin typical for the BMW E-series.

Thanks to the factory design, the visor does not require any mounting modifications or adaptations – installation is performed at existing points, which minimizes the risk of squeaks and gaps within the headliner area.

Condition of the component and use in service and restoration

The visor is a used component, making it a practical choice for service or interior restoration when the priority is maintaining original specifications at a reasonable cost. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where:

• the factory visor has suffered mechanical damage (cracks, broken mounts),
• material wear has occurred as a result of intensive use,
• replacement of the right visor is necessary to restore a consistent interior look.

Using an original sun visor allows you to maintain compliance with factory safety and ergonomic standards, without the compromises typical of aftermarket replacements of uncertain origin.

Benefits of installation in BMW E90/E91

Installing this visor in a BMW E90 or E91 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Better sun protection – reducing glare for the passenger and improving comfort while driving on sunny days.
• Consistent interior aesthetics – beige shade matched to light cabin configurations.
• Factory fitment – no need for mounting modifications, maintaining the original geometry of the component.
• Economical repair – the ability to restore full visor functionality without investing in a complete upholstery package.

By maintaining the original design, the visor works with existing headliner and side trim elements, which is important for precise interior repairs.

Related products and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the upper interior zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, blinds, or additional panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Sun visors category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using dismantled parts for visual and mechanical modifications, it is worth reading the practical tips described in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled components, which shows how to consciously choose used OEM components.