Seat Headrest BMW F20 F30 Rear Left Right N/O/S Head Rest Cloth Fabric Alcantara

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Seat Headrest BMW F20 F30 Rear Left Right N/O/S Head Rest Cloth Fabric Alcantara is an original rear seat component designed for installation on either the left or right side. Featuring durable fabric upholstery, it ensures a consistent interior look and provides stable head support for passengers. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged headrest or completing an interior after modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8055011
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8055011
• Substitutable numbers: 52208055011, 8055011
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and compatibility with BMW F20 / F30

The presented headrest is designed for the rear seats of BMW F20 and F30 series models, with the flexibility to be mounted on either the right or left side. The construction is compatible with factory mounts, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the original seat geometry. As a result, the component integrates well with the backrest line without compromising ergonomics or rear visibility.

Construction and upholstery material

The headrest features textile upholstery, selected for its resistance to daily wear and tear. The fabric provides breathability, which improves comfort during longer journeys while preventing the passenger's head from sliding. The padding has been chosen to provide stable, yet not overly firm, neck support, which promotes a correct seating position.

Safety and comfort function

A properly selected rear seat headrest is important for passive safety – it limits excessive head movement during sudden braking or rear-end collisions. This component, mounted on the right or left side, allows you to:

• replace a missing headrest in the rear seat,
• restore functionality after a collision or interior damage,
• maintain a consistent equipment standard across the entire row of seats.

By maintaining the factory mounting geometry, the headrest works with the backrest in the manner intended by the manufacturer, which is important for both comfort and the operation of safety systems.

Characteristics of the used component

As an item from the Other seat parts category in used condition, the headrest is a sensible choice for cost-effective interior repairs. It allows for reduced costs compared to new components while maintaining the original BMW design specifications. This solution is particularly useful for:

• local repairs after mechanical damage,
• completing missing elements after interior disassembly,
• restoring the original appearance of the rear seat.

Integration with other BMW interior elements

The rear headrest with fabric upholstery harmonizes well with standard BMW F20 and F30 seats, maintaining the color consistency and texture typical for these models' interiors (within a given trim level). Consequently, replacing a single element does not require interference with other seat components, and the overall look remains visually organized.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as additional headrests, mounting elements, or supplementary backrest components, check the available parts in the Other BMW seat parts category.

Used components, tuning, and personalization

Replacing headrests can also be part of a broader interior modification project – for example, when changing the complete rear seat to a different trim version or retrofitting the car with missing comfort features. In such an approach, well-selected used components allow you to optimize your budget while preserving the original character of your BMW.

If you are considering wider cabin modifications or want to better plan the use of used components for car personalization, it is worth checking the advice in the article The best used parts for tuning your car, which discusses a practical approach to selecting such components.