Front Seat BMW E90 E91 Left N/S Interior Black Leather / Cloth Citrus

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Front Seat BMW E90 E91 Left N/S Interior Black Leather / Cloth Citrus is an original component from the Seats and Benches group, designed for installation on the front left side of the cabin. The combination of black upholstery with citrus-accented fabric creates an attractive, dynamic interior that enhances both the ergonomics and the visual appeal of the cockpit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7147691-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7147691
• Substitutable numbers: 52108036343 8036343, "blue shadow/Alcantara"/anthracite (ANAT)
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and BMW Compatibility

The seat has been designed specifically for the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation, maintaining factory mounting geometry and the correct profile for the seat base and backrest. Its placement in the vehicle is on the front left side, allowing for a direct replacement of the driver's seat without interfering with the floor structure or seat rails.

Its original BMW origin ensures stylistic consistency within the cockpit, as well as compatibility with factory interior elements such as the center tunnel, door cards, or the center console.

Materials and Finish Characteristics

The upholstery combines black leather with citrus-accented fabric, providing a balanced compromise between durability and comfort. The leather sections are abrasion-resistant and easy to maintain, while the fabric improves seat breathability, which is important during long-term use.

The black color scheme allows for seamless integration with most BMW E90/E91 interior configurations, whether in more understated versions or dynamic styling packages. The materials used help keep the interior in an aesthetic condition and reduce the visibility of typical operational dirt.

Comfort and Ergonomics of the Front Left Seat

The seat profile has been developed with the characteristic BMW driving position in mind, with an emphasis on stable support for the torso and thighs. As a result, the seat performs well in both daily city driving and on longer routes, providing predictable support in corners.

The clearly defined side bolsters of the backrest and seat base help keep the driver's body in a stable position, which improves vehicle control. The use of a leather and fabric combination reduces the sliding effect of clothing on the seat, which is beneficial for a more dynamic driving style.

Condition, Origin, and Use in Interior Restoration

This item comes from dismantling and is offered as a used BMW front left seat, which is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a worn-out seat, or gradually upgrading the cabin. Choosing an original seat from the same vehicle generation allows for maintaining visual and technical consistency without the need to adapt universal solutions.

This approach is particularly useful when the goal is to restore the interior to a near-factory condition while keeping costs reasonable. A used seat with a preserved structural frame and original finish is a good starting point for further maintenance or potential minor upholstery restoration.

How the Seat Affects Vehicle Value and Perception

Replacing a worn or damaged driver's seat with an original BMW component in the black leather / citrus cloth configuration improves the first impression upon opening the door and can positively influence the perceived value of the vehicle. A consistent, well-maintained driver's seat is one of the key points in evaluating an interior when reselling a car or presenting it to potential buyers.

If you want to better understand how replacing seats from dismantling translates into comfort and vehicle valuation, it is worth checking out our guide: Interior Metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value. The article discusses practical aspects of selecting used seats and their impact on daily use.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the interior zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as passenger seats, rear benches, or additional backrest modules, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and Benches category.