BMW E90 E91 LCI Front Seat Black Leather Dakota Interior Left N/S

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BMW E90 E91 LCI Front Seat Black Leather Dakota Interior Left N/S is an original interior component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation on the driver's side in facelifted BMW 3 Series models. The black Dakota leather upholstery provides the characteristic BMW look as well as solid, comfortable support during daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7246799
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7246799
• Substitutable numbers: 52107246799, 7246799, 52107213145, 7213145
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility with BMW

The presented seat is designed as a front component, mounted on the left side of the vehicle, which corresponds to the driver's position in European versions of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI. The construction of the seat base and backrest is adapted to the factory interior geometry, ensuring proper alignment with the steering wheel, pedals, and center console.

Its original BMW origin ensures the correct profile of the side bolsters, rails, and mounting points, which facilitates installation in place of the factory seat without the need for structural modifications.

Material and upholstery characteristics

The seat is finished with black Dakota leather upholstery. This type of leather in BMW combines durability with a pleasant texture, ensuring an aesthetic, cohesive cabin look and easier maintenance compared to fabric seats.

The black color scheme contributes to a subdued, elegant interior, complements both light and dark dashboard finishes, and facilitates integration with other cabin equipment elements.

Function, ergonomics, and application

As a front left seat, this component is responsible for the key ergonomics of the driver's position. The profiling of the seat base and backrest is adapted to the typical driving position in a BMW, which promotes stable support for the back and thighs during city and highway driving.

The seat works well both as a replacement for a worn-out seat and as an element to improve the visual consistency of the interior when the other seats are finished with the same black Dakota leather. Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, it is possible to use existing mounting points and installations provided in the specific vehicle model.

Benefits of choosing an original BMW seat

Choosing an original seat from the Seats and benches category allows you to maintain the factory character of the BMW interior without compromising on fit and seat geometry. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, cabin restoration, or returning the car to a near-factory condition.

A used OEM component is also a reasonable compromise between cost and quality – you receive a seat designed by the vehicle manufacturer, maintaining the appropriate construction and upholstery material, at a lower financial outlay than in the case of a new component.

Interior expansion and additional resources

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 additional seats, rear benches, or headrests, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

When planning to build a cohesive, comfortable interior using second-hand elements, it is worth checking out tips on selecting and installing cabin equipment – you will find practical advice in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.

If you are considering a wider car modification project using used components, tips on how to avoid common mistakes when buying and planning tuning may also be helpful – they are described in the material Buying used car parts • Most common mistakes when choosing tuning parts.