BMW 1 E88 Cabrio Front Left N/S Trim Panel Door Card Leather Coral Red

BMW 1 E88 Cabrio Front Left N/S Trim Panel Door Card Leather Coral Red is an original interior trim component designed for installation on the driver's side of the convertible version. The leather upholstery in Coral Red helps maintain the stylistic consistency of the factory BMW interior and provides a solid base for professional restoration. This is a solution for users who expect factory-fitment and aesthetics consistent with the manufacturer's design.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7234301
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7234301
• Substitutable numbers: 51417234301, 7234301
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Red
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented door card trim has been designed specifically for the E88 convertible body style, intended for the front left door. The component's construction is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures proper alignment with the window, seals, and other interior panels.

The leather finish is matched to the BMW interior styling, ensuring that the door card does not differ in character from the other cabin elements after installation. The red color allows for the restoration of the original configuration or a seamless replacement after damage to the factory panel.

Construction and functional properties

The door card trim combines the structural panel with an outer layer of leather, creating a complete finishing element ready for further configuration with door hardware. The use of leather improves resistance to daily wear and tear and makes it easier to keep the surface clean using dedicated upholstery care products.

Its placement on the driver's side in the front part of the vehicle makes the component both aesthetically and ergonomically significant – it is responsible for the visual perception of the cabin and the comfort of contact with the door surface while driving.

Application in repair and restoration

The door card trim is suitable for replacing a damaged, worn, or deformed panel in a BMW E88 Cabrio. Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry and finishing material, it is possible to carry out repairs without interfering with the door structure, which limits the time and scope of body and upholstery work.

The item in used condition is a good choice for budget-conscious restoration when the priority is to maintain the original character of the interior at a reasonable cost. In many cases, this allows avoiding the expensive process of full custom upholstery from scratch.

Benefits of using original upholstery

Using factory BMW door card trim provides a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of the original interior design line,
• proper fitment to the door structure and seals,
• easier installation due to compatibility with factory mounting points,
• color consistency with other elements in the red tone,
• ability to restore interior aesthetics after mechanical damage or wear.

For users planning a broader interior renovation, using original trim components helps maintain the vehicle's value and avoids issues with ill-fitting aftermarket replacements.

Expanding work within the BMW door area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional door cards, panels, or trims, check out the available parts in the BMW Door Trims category.

If you are considering a wider vehicle upgrade, including vehicles with all-wheel drive, information on the specifics of AWD systems and the selection of used components may be useful – you can find more on this topic in the article xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems from BMW, Mercedes, Audi, and VW.