Seat Backrest Cover BMW F10 F11 Front Left Right Sports Seat Cover Leather Brown

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Seat Backrest Cover BMW F10 F11 Front Left Right Sports Seat Cover Leather Brown is an original component from the Seats and Benches category, designed for front sports seats in BMW 5 Series F10/F11 models. The backrest, finished in brown leather upholstery, allows for a consistent, aesthetic, and functional interior restoration while maintaining the factory character of the cabin. This is a solution for users who want to restore seating comfort and interior appearance without compromising the original sports specification.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7231179
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7231179
• Substitutable numbers: 7231179, 52107231179
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Brown
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility with BMW F10/F11

The offered backrest is dedicated to front sports seats of the BMW 5 Series F10/F11 generation, with the possibility of installation on both the driver's and passenger's side in the front of the cabin. By maintaining the factory geometry and mounting points, the component allows for precise alignment with the seat cushion, rails, and side bolsters, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications.

This solution is particularly suitable for replacing a damaged backrest, repairing a seat after a collision, or gradually upgrading the interior towards a sports configuration while preserving the original BMW character.

Material and finish – brown sports leather

The backrest is finished with brown leather upholstery, which ensures consistency with factory BMW F10/F11 interior configurations. The leather surface provides a pleasant-to-touch, durable material that works well with the profiling of the sports seat. This type of finish also facilitates ongoing maintenance – the leather is resistant to typical operational dirt and allows for the use of standard leather upholstery care products.

The sporty nature of the backrest translates into better back support and body stabilization during driving, which is particularly important during dynamic maneuvers. As a result, this component can effectively improve the ergonomics of the driver's and passenger's area while maintaining a consistent, elegant cabin appearance.

Functional characteristics and condition

The item comes from the secondary market, which allows for combining original BMW specifications with a more favorable purchase cost compared to a new component. The backrest retains the construction intended for sports seats, which facilitates integration with existing adjustment mechanisms and seat equipment in the vehicle. This type of component is a good choice for accident repairs, replacing worn upholstery elements, or restoring the interior to a condition close to factory-new.

Before installation, standard visual verification and matching to the specific seat configuration in a given BMW F10/F11 unit is recommended, which is a typical procedure when installing used interior components.

Benefits of using an original seat backrest

• Restoration of the factory look and ergonomics of the sports seat in the BMW 5 Series F10/F11.
• Color consistency with brown interior upholstery and preservation of the sports version character.
• Possibility to replace a damaged or worn backrest without interfering with the entire seat structure.
• Savings compared to purchasing a new component while maintaining the original manufacturer's specification.

Expansion and modernization of the BMW seating area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional backrests, seat cushions, or complete seat modules, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and Benches category.

When planning a wider interior modernization, it is worth checking out tips on selecting seats, steering wheels, and multimedia systems from the secondary market – practical advice, configuration examples, and answers to frequently asked questions can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: used seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.

For users particularly interested in using second-hand components in cars of this brand, the material describing the advantages and specifics of such solutions may also be helpful – more information can be found in the post Used parts for BMW – is it worth it? Key benefits for brand fans.