BMW 1 Series E82 Rear Left N/S Lateral Trim Panel Lining Network Anthracite

BMW 1 Series E82 Rear Left N/S Lateral Trim Panel Lining Network Anthracite is an original interior trim component from the Door panels category, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle body. This used upholstery helps maintain a consistent cabin appearance, ensures proper mounting of door hardware, and assists in the aesthetic restoration of the BMW 1 Series E82 interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2996257
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2996257
• Substitutable numbers: 51432996257, 2996257
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented trim panel is dedicated to installation in the rear left section of the BMW E82 body, which guarantees a proper fit to the door structure and factory panel geometry. The placement on the vehicle is defined as Rear – left side, allowing the component to be precisely assigned to a specific mounting position without risk of error.

The upholstery is made of textile material, which helps maintain a consistent interior style in versions equipped with fabric door finishes. The panel's design is intended to work with factory mounts and door hardware components, facilitating installation and reducing the need for additional modifications.

Technical and functional characteristics

As an original BMW component, the trim panel has been designed to maintain factory dimensional tolerances, which translates into stable seating in the door and correct alignment with adjacent interior trim components. The used part allows for an economical, yet factory-specification compliant replacement of a damaged or worn component.

The rear left side upholstery serves several important functions:

• covers the internal door structure and installations routed inside,
• provides an aesthetic finish to the surface visible to passengers,
• enables proper mounting of standard door equipment,
• supports the maintenance of proper interior acoustics through an additional finishing layer.

Use in repair and restoration processes

The used trim panel is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged elements after bodywork and paint interventions, or during vehicle interior restoration. Using original door upholstery allows for maintaining color and material consistency with other panels, which is important for both aesthetic and practical reasons.

Choosing a dismantled component is a cost-effective solution that also enables the maintenance of the factory BMW finish standard. This allows for effectively restoring the functionality and appearance of the rear left door zone without the need to use aftermarket parts with uncertain fitment.

Integration with other BMW door panels

During comprehensive interior restoration, it is worth considering replacing or upgrading other door panels as well to achieve an even level of wear and a consistent look for the entire cabin. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as front door panels, right-side trims, or additional fabric finishes, check the available parts in the BMW Door panels category.

Technical support and knowledge about dismantled parts

When working with interior elements and other dismantled components, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge regarding the specifics of solutions used in BMW. For users interested in broader use of used parts, including electronic elements and control modules, the article describing practical aspects of repairs using original recycled components may be helpful: Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models using dismantled parts?

Summary

BMW 1 Series E82 Rear Left N/S Lateral Trim Panel Lining Network Anthracite is a practical solution for those who want to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the rear left door section in their BMW while maintaining the original character of the interior. This used, original component from the Door panels category allows for a technically correct repair, good alignment with other components, and maintenance of a consistent cabin style without the need for non-factory solutions.