Front Seat BMW F10 F11 Sport Heated Left N/S Interior Leather Dakota Black

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Front Seat BMW F10 F11 Sport Heated Left N/S Interior Leather Dakota Black is an original component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation in the front left position of the cabin. The sporty profile, electric adjustment, and heating of the seat and backrest provide significantly higher comfort and precise adjustment of the driving position.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7231174-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7231174
• Substitutable numbers: 7231174, 52107231174
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Design and materials

The sports front seat has been designed for drivers who expect stable support in corners and comfort during daily driving. The clearly defined side bolsters of the backrest and seat limit body movement, which improves vehicle control during dynamic driving. The upholstery is made of black leather, which gives the interior an elegant, cohesive character and makes the surface easy to keep clean.

Placement in the front left position ensures full integration with the driver's cockpit, and the seat structure is adapted to the factory mounting points in the BMW F10/F11 series body. This maintains the correct seat geometry relative to the steering wheel, pedals, and center console.

Adjustment and comfort features

The seat is equipped with electric adjustment, which allows for precise positioning in several planes using buttons located on the side of the seat. This type of solution facilitates quick adjustment to the driver's height and preferences, and also promotes ergonomics during longer trips.

An important piece of equipment is the seat heating, which improves thermal comfort in colder conditions. The heated seat and backrest speed up the warming of the interior in winter, and the even distribution of heating elements helps maintain a stable temperature in the area of contact with the body.

Integration with the BMW interior

The black leather upholstery blends well with most BMW F10 and F11 interior color configurations, both in more classic and sporty versions. Using an original seat from the same model line allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the cockpit, while also serving as a functional addition to the factory equipment.

As an item from the Seats and benches category, the sports seat can be used both as a replacement for a worn seat and as an upgrade over a standard comfort seat. In both cases, the user gains better lateral support, more precise adjustment, and a higher level of comfort in daily use.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Installing a sports seat in the front left position is particularly beneficial for drivers who:

• expect stable body support during dynamic driving,
• want to improve ergonomics thanks to electric adjustment,
• need increased thermal comfort thanks to heating,
• care about a cohesive, leather interior design in black tones.

The used nature of the item allows for a favorable price-to-functionality ratio, while maintaining the original design intended for the BMW F10/F11 series.

Interior expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, rear benches, or additional seats, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

When planning a cabin upgrade, it is worth considering not only replacing the driver's seat but also matching other equipment elements. Practical tips on choosing seats, steering wheels, and multimedia systems from the secondary market can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which discusses issues of compatibility, installation, and optimal use of used components.