Front Armrest BMW E90 E91 E92 Split Centre Console Arm Rest Cover Leather Black

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Front Armrest BMW E90 E91 E92 Split Centre Console Arm Rest Cover Leather Black is an original split centre console cover, made of black leather and designed for installation in the front interior section. This component provides comfortable support for the driver's and passenger's arms, improves console ergonomics, and restores the factory look of the cabin in BMW 3 Series E9x vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9133816
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9133816
• Substitutable numbers: 9133816, 51169133816, 7147222, 51167147222
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Centre & Overhead Consoles

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented armrest is a component of the front centre console in the BMW 3 Series E90, E91, and E92 generations. As a cover for the split storage compartment in the centre tunnel, it is responsible for:

• increasing driving comfort through stable forearm support,
• easy access to the console storage space,
• aesthetic finishing of the central interior area, consistent with the factory BMW design.

Thanks to its design tailored to the specific 3 Series generation, the armrest integrates harmoniously with other centre tunnel elements without the need for modifications or adaptations.

Materials and finish

The console cover is upholstered in leather, which provides a pleasant-to-touch, durable, and easy-to-maintain material. The dark, black finish blends well with most BMW E9x interior configurations, both in standard versions and more extensive equipment packages.

The leather surface reduces hand slipping while driving, and the carefully selected firmness of the padding promotes stable support on longer journeys. Using materials compliant with BMW factory specifications allows for visual consistency with the dashboard, door panels, and other upholstery elements.

Placement and installation aspects

The component is designed for installation in the front part of the centre console, replacing the factory armrest in the BMW E90/E91/E92. The construction based on the original design facilitates installation in place of a worn or damaged cover, without the need to modify the mounts in the centre tunnel.

In practice, this means that by following the proper removal procedure for the old element, the new armrest can be seated in the existing base, achieving stable mounting and proper operation of the storage opening mechanism (if provided in the given vehicle configuration).

Condition and benefits of using a pre-owned part

The armrest comes from the secondary market, which allows for an economical replacement of the interior element while maintaining its original origin. For the user, this means:

• the ability to restore a consistent look to the centre console after mechanical damage or upholstery wear,
• preserving the factory character of the BMW interior,
• a reasonable compromise between cost and build quality.

Choosing an original pre-owned armrest is particularly beneficial for interior repairs where visual and structural compatibility with other cabin elements is important.

Integration with the category and additional interior elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or storage modules, check out the available parts in the BMW centre and roof consoles category.

To better understand the advantages of using aftermarket components in cars of other brands and to compare manufacturers' approaches to component durability, it is worth reading an article describing the practical aspects of using pre-owned parts – you can find it here: Volkswagen – solidity and reliability. Why are used VW parts a reasonable choice?.