BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 Rear Seat Backrest Center Armrest Fabric 7293835

BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 F32 Rear Seat Backrest Center Armrest Fabric is an original interior component from the Seats and Benches group, designed for installation in the rear part of the cabin. It provides comfortable support for rear passengers, improves ergonomics during long journeys, and helps maintain the consistent, factory character of the BMW interior. It is a practical solution for drivers who want to maintain high-quality finishing at a reasonable cost.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7293835
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7293835
• Substitutable numbers: 7293835, 52207293835
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility with BMW models

The armrest has been designed for the rear bench in popular F-series models, such as the BMW F20, F21, F22, F30, F31, and F32. This ensures the preservation of factory mounting geometry, proper fitment to the backrest and seat, and consistency of styling lines with other upholstery elements. As a result, the installation process is straightforward, and the visual effect remains consistent with the manufacturer's original design.

Function and comfort of use

The rear seat center armrest serves several important functions in daily vehicle operation:

• provides additional support for the arms of rear passengers, which relieves the spine during longer trips,
• stabilizes the seating position, improving ride comfort in the middle and side seats of the rear bench,
• helps maintain order in the interior by organizing the space in the central part of the backrest.

Thanks to its factory design, the armrest integrates with the backrest line, does not cause unwanted play, and does not negatively affect the operation of the rear seat folding mechanisms, if present in the specific vehicle.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered armrest is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows you to combine original BMW craftsmanship with a more favorable purchase cost. Such components are often chosen for:

• interior repairs after mechanical damage,
• restoring the car to a condition close to factory-new after intensive use,
• replacing missing components after previous modifications.

Choosing an original armrest from the secondary market allows you to maintain the consistency of materials, shapes, and mechanisms with the rest of the equipment, which is particularly important in premium-class cars.

Benefits of using an original armrest

Using a factory rear armrest in a BMW brings a number of practical benefits. The original design ensures proper fitment with the backrest and seat, which minimizes the risk of rattles, play, or improper operation of folding mechanisms. At the same time, aesthetics consistent with the manufacturer's design are maintained – the stitching line, shape, and proportions of the element are matched to the character of the F-series interior.

For users who want to build a more comfortable interior step-by-step using secondary market components, a guide describing the selection and installation of cabin equipment may be useful – details can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.

Expanding the rear seating area in a BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as headrests, seats, or backrests, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and Benches category.

Such an approach allows you to consistently renew the entire rear part of the cabin, improving both passenger comfort and the overall appearance of the vehicle's interior.