Centre Console Trim BMW F12 F13 Panel Cover Front Left N/S Black 9197157

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Centre Console Trim BMW F12 F13 Panel Cover Front Left N/S Black is an original interior component designed for an elegant finish of the console panel on the passenger side. The part belongs to the Console Parts group and has been specifically designed for BMW 6 Series F12/F13 models, ensuring a consistent look and secure mounting at factory points. The black color allows for aesthetic integration with other cockpit elements, maintaining the characteristic BMW style.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9228818
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9228818
• Substitutable numbers: 9228818, 51169228818, 9197157, 51169197157
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and fitment for BMW F12/F13

The presented centre console trim is intended for installation in the front part of the interior, on the left side of the vehicle, in BMW F12 and F13 models. The component's design complies with the manufacturer's factory standards, which translates into precise fitment with the dashboard and adjacent panels. As a result, the original layout of the cockpit lines is maintained after installation, without any unwanted gaps or material stress.

Visual and functional characteristics

The black color of the trim allows for a harmonious blend with the standard BMW interior finish, regardless of the upholstery variant. The panel surface has been designed to reduce the visibility of minor dirt and ensure easy cleaning, which is important in daily use. The element serves both an aesthetic and organizational function – it masks the console structure and cable routing, creating a cohesive, orderly look for the central zone.

Benefits of using an original console trim

Using an original centre console panel in the BMW F12/F13 allows for maintaining the factory interior geometry and proper mounting rigidity. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs after dismantling cockpit elements, replacing the radio, control panel, or other modules in the console zone. The original BMW part minimizes the risk of improper installation, squeaks, and looseness that often occur when using lower-quality aftermarket replacements.

The product comes from the used interior parts segment, which allows for economical repair or refreshing of the cockpit while maintaining compliance with factory standards. It is a practical solution both for local repairs after mechanical damage and for comprehensive vehicle interior restoration.

Use in repairs, restoration, and interior modifications

The left-side centre console trim will prove useful in several typical service scenarios:

• repair after mechanical damage or cracks to the original panel,
• restoring a consistent interior look after interference with the electrical or audio installation,
• refreshing the cockpit in vehicles with heavily used interiors,
• replacing a missing element after incomplete console disassembly.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry and mounting points, the installation proceeds in a predictable manner, and the panel forms a stable, uniform surface with the remaining dashboard elements after assembly.

Support with selection and additional information

The element belongs to the Console Parts group, which facilitates its identification in the context of other components in this interior zone. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as side panels, frames around controllers, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Console Parts category.

If you are considering broader vehicle modifications and want to combine interior work with performance improvements, the guide on safe tuning using aftermarket components may be helpful: How to increase engine power: a practical guide to engine tuning with used parts.

In case of doubts regarding the choice of a used interior element or a desire to deepen your knowledge about the secondary market, it is also worth reading the material debunking popular beliefs about salvaged parts: Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know.