BMW E60 Rear Seat Armrest Centre Shelf Cup Holder Dakota Beige 6988616

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BMW E60 Rear Seat Armrest Centre Shelf Cup Holder Dakota Beige is an original interior component designed for the rear cabin, restoring factory functionality and a cohesive upholstery look. Finished in an elegant beige color, it perfectly matches the Dakota Beige interior, ensuring an aesthetic fit. This is a practical solution for users who want to professionally restore the comfort of the rear seat after repairs or upgrades.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6988616-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6988616
• Substitutable numbers: 52206988616, 6988616, 52207074563, 7074563
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Beige
• Category: Centre & Overhead Consoles

Purpose and function in the BMW E60

The rear armrest backrest in the BMW 5 Series E60 is a structural element of the center seat back, integrated with the center console area in the rear of the vehicle. It provides comfortable forearm support for rear passengers and organizes the space between the seats. A properly selected armrest helps maintain visual consistency of the interior and reduces wear on the upholstery in a high-traffic area.

Color and interior matching

The presented item is finished in a beige shade, consistent with the Dakota Beige trim line used in the BMW E60. As a result, the armrest blends harmoniously with the factory seat upholstery, door panels, and other center trim elements. This color matching avoids contrasts and ensures a cohesive, orderly look for the rear cabin, which is particularly important for professional interior restoration.

Installation characteristics

The armrest backrest is intended for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, replacing the factory component. The design is based on the manufacturer's original solutions, which facilitates installation in the factory mounting points. Using a part from the same model line reduces the risk of geometry issues, looseness, or improper fitment against the seat back.

Benefits of using an original component

Using an original rear armrest for the BMW E60 allows you to:

• maintain a consistent interior look in the Dakota Beige color scheme,
• preserve the ergonomics and comfort of the rear seat,
• minimize the time required for fitting and installation thanks to factory geometry,
• restore the original layout of elements in the rear console and backrest area.

Application in the rear seat area

The beige armrest backrest is particularly useful when replacing a damaged component after a collision, heavy wear, or during partial upholstery replacement. It restores travel comfort for rear passengers and improves the overall aesthetics of the cabin, which is important both for daily use and when reselling the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the center interior area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as rear armrests, center panels, or tunnel covers, check out the available parts in the BMW center and roof consoles category.

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