BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Centre Console Tray Cap Cover 6988151

BMW X5 E70 X6 E71 Centre Console Tray Cap Cover is an original interior trim component designed for the factory centre console in BMW X5 E70 and X6 E71 models. Thanks to its precise fit to the console structure, it ensures a cohesive cabin appearance while maintaining the ergonomics and aesthetics characteristic of BMW. It is a practical solution for users who want to professionally restore the factory look of the interior after repairs or upgrades.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6988151
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6988151
• Substitutable numbers: 51166988151, 6988151
• Part type: Centre Console Trim
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function in the centre console

The centre console tray cover is responsible for the aesthetic closure of the utility space in the centre tunnel, protecting the inside of the tray from dirt and the accidental shifting of small items. The component is designed specifically for the geometry of the console in the BMW X5 E70 and X6 E71, which translates into stable guidance, proper operation of the opening and closing mechanism, and consistent lines with other decorative panels.

Replacing a damaged or worn cover allows you to restore the original functionality of the centre tunnel storage compartment, improving the comfort of daily vehicle use and the overall aesthetics of the cabin.

Construction, fitment, and installation

The component belongs to the Trims, decorative strips, and decorations group, which means its primary role is the visual and functional finishing of the centre console. The cover's construction is prepared to work with the factory guide and hinge mechanism, ensuring smooth movement and proper alignment with adjacent panels after correct installation.

Selecting the part is facilitated by the use of the original manufacturer's number and associated replacement numbers, which allows for verifying compatibility with a specific interior equipment version. Installation takes place in the place of the factory cover, without the need to interfere with the structure of the centre tunnel, which is beneficial both for service repairs and for restoring the interior after disassembly.

Benefits of using the original cover

Using an original trim component in a BMW X5 E70 or X6 E71 provides several significant advantages:

• Cohesive interior look – maintaining the factory line of the centre console and the fit with other trims and decorative strips.
• Proper operation of the tray opening mechanism – the cover works with the original guides and mounting elements.
• Easier identification and selection of parts thanks to manufacturer markings and reference numbers.
• Possibility to restore the functionality of the centre tunnel storage compartment after damage or wear of the previous element.

For users who care about the visual condition of the cabin, replacing the tray cover is a simple way to refresh the centre console area and keep the interior in a cohesive, tidy state.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered cover is an original BMW component, which helps maintain compliance with factory assembly and finish standards. The product comes from the secondary market, which is a beneficial solution for those looking for a technically matched element while optimizing the costs of repair or interior reconstruction.

Thanks to the use of an original part from the same trim group, it is possible to maintain a uniform material structure and geometry within the centre console, without the need to adapt replacements with a different design.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional trims, decorative strips, or decorative tunnel panels, check the available parts in the BMW Trims, decorative strips, and decorations category.

Practical tips for choosing used interior components

When selecting used trim components, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the equipment version, the type of trim used, and the fit for a specific year and model variant. It is helpful to compare the shape, mountings, and the way the cover is guided with the element factory-installed in the vehicle.

If you are also considering purchasing other used sub-assemblies, such as drivetrain or accessory components, the general rules for verifying condition and selection by manufacturer markings may be useful – discussed more broadly in the guide Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths.

For components from other vehicle systems, especially those related to fuel supply, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the principles of safe selection of parts from the secondary market, described in the article Problems with fuel dosing: what to pay attention to when buying a used injection pump and fuel rails?, which shows how to consciously approach the purchase of used technical components.