BMW F30 F31 Rear Left N/S Door Card Lining Panel Leather Dakota Black

BMW F30 F31 Rear Left N/S Door Card Lining Panel Leather Dakota Black is an original interior trim component designed for installation in the rear left door area of 3 Series sedans and estates. The upholstery made of black Dakota leather ensures stylistic consistency of the cabin while providing a solid base for professional repair or interior refurbishment. This is a solution for users who expect factory-fit quality and aesthetics in line with BMW standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7281017
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7281017
• Substitutable numbers: 51427281017, 7281017
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and compatibility with BMW 3 Series F30/F31

The presented door card is designed for installation in the rear left door of BMW 3 Series F30 (sedan) and F31 (Touring) models. This ensures proper profiling for the factory door structure, as well as correct placement of mounts and openings for standard equipment. As a result, the component integrates with other interior panels without the need for modifications or on-site adjustments.

Material and finish characteristics

The door card belongs to the Door Upholstery category, and its key advantage is the use of black leather upholstery. Dakota leather is a popular BMW finish, valued for:

• a consistent, subdued look matching factory interior configurations,
• a surface that is easy to keep clean during daily use,
• appropriate rigidity and shape stability of the panel over long periods of use.

The black color scheme helps maintain a uniform cabin character while effectively masking typical signs of wear, which is particularly important for components installed in the rear of the vehicle.

Function in door construction and user comfort

The door card plays an important role in both protecting the door structure and ensuring daily passenger comfort. It is responsible for:

• covering internal door mechanisms and wiring,
• creating an ergonomic support surface for the arm and hand,
• aesthetic finishing of the threshold area and the lower part of the door,
• stable mounting of standard equipment components provided for this model.

Thanks to its factory origin, the panel maintains proper geometry, which translates into correct alignment with seals, windows, and adjacent interior trim elements.

Characteristics of the used product

The item comes from the secondary market, which allows for economical interior repair while maintaining original BMW specifications. The door card may show signs of normal wear typical for used parts, but its structure remains functional and suitable for further use after proper installation. This is a practical solution in the event of mechanical damage, upholstery wear, or the need to replace a single panel after a collision.

Expansion and modernization of the BMW interior

Replacing the rear left door card with an original black Dakota leather panel is a good step when comprehensively refreshing the cabin, especially when other trim elements are maintained in the same material and color specification. This allows for restoring visual consistency and preserving the orderly interior look characteristic of BMW without interfering with the factory design.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as panels, inserts, or complete linings, check out the available parts in the BMW Door Upholstery category.

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