BMW X5 Series E53 Lateral Body Part Centre Console Left 51168262805 8245917

The BMW X5 E53 Left Center Console Side Panel is an original interior component designed for installation on the driver's side. This part belongs to the Dashboard group, making it a perfect fit for the factory cockpit architecture of the BMW X5 E53 series, ensuring a cohesive look and correct mounting of adjacent panels. This is a solution for users who want to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the center console without altering the vehicle's structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8245917
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8262805
• Substitutable numbers: 51168262805, 8262805, 8245917
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and Fit for BMW X5 E53

The presented left center console side panel has been designed specifically for the BMW X5 E53 model, which means a perfect fit for the factory interior layout. It is mounted on the left side, in direct proximity to the center tunnel and the lower part of the dashboard, creating a stable support for other panels and covers.

Thanks to its design conforming to the manufacturer's solutions, the panel works with the original mounting points, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of improper fit. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, replacement of damaged panels, or completing missing interior parts.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

As a part of the Dashboard group, this side panel is responsible for the proper finishing of the center console area and covering structural elements and installations running within the tunnel. Its precisely shaped geometry ensures:

• stable connection with adjacent cockpit panels,
• proper routing of upholstery edges and seals,
• maintenance of the factory dashboard line on the driver's side.

Its original BMW origin promotes the preservation of a uniform material structure, compatibility with factory mounts, and the correct operation of the entire center console module after assembly.

Condition, Service Application, and Benefits of Installation

The part comes from a used vehicle, making it an attractive alternative to new parts for service and restoration repairs. In practice, this allows for:

• reducing the cost of restoring cockpit completeness,
• maintaining the original character of the BMW X5 E53 interior,
• ensuring compliance with factory installation standards.

Choosing a used, original panel is particularly beneficial for localized damage to the center console, when only the left side element needs replacement, without affecting other dashboard components.

Support in Selection and Additional Technical Information

A dedicated OEM part number and related replacement numbers are provided for this model, which facilitates precise identification and selection for a specific equipment version. If necessary, compatibility with the vehicle can be verified based on manufacturer markings or vehicle data to ensure that the left center console side panel will work correctly with the existing interior configuration.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as center panels, tunnel covers, or side dashboard trims, check the available parts in the BMW Dashboard category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using second-hand components, including selection by OEM numbers and practical installation tips, it is worth reading the Global Parts guide: Used Car Electronics Onboard – Why Choose Second-Hand ECUs and Sensors?