BMW 5 Series E60 E61 1 Black Centre Console Leather Armrest Part 9191801

The BMW 5 Series E60 E61 1 Black Centre Console Leather Armrest is an original interior component from the Dashboards group, designed for installation in the centre tunnel. It provides comfortable forearm support for the driver and passenger, improving the ergonomics of console operation and driving comfort in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9191801-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9191801
• Substitutable numbers: 51169191801, 9191801, 51166951003, 6951003, 51167059990, 7059990
• Weight: 150
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 Series E60/E61

The presented armrest has been designed specifically for BMW 5 Series E60 and E61 models, ensuring it maintains factory mounting geometry and stylistic consistency with the dashboard. The centre console construction is adapted to the standard interior layout, which facilitates installation in place of the original part without the need for upholstery or bracket modifications.

This element is part of the original BMW interior equipment, so after installation, the cockpit's stylistic lines are preserved, and the gaps and fitment with other centre console panels remain in line with the factory standard.

Construction, material and colour

The armrest is made of upholstered leather in Black, which allows for aesthetic matching to most BMW 5 Series E60/E61 interior configurations. The leather surface provides a pleasant-to-touch, durable, and easy-to-maintain material, resistant to typical operational loads in the centre console area.

The construction is based on a stable centre console body, which transfers loads from the forearm support and the operation of the lid mechanism. The leather used reduces hand and forearm slippage, which improves comfort during longer drives and while operating the controls located in the centre tunnel.

Functionality in daily operation

The leather centre console armrest performs several important utility functions:

• provides stable forearm support for the driver and front passenger,
• improves the ergonomics of operating the controls in the centre tunnel,
• helps maintain a consistent, elegant interior aesthetic,
• reduces hand and shoulder fatigue during longer trips.

Thanks to the use of black leather, the armrest blends well with both dark and contrasting upholstery configurations, allowing for the preservation of the characteristic, understated look of the BMW interior.

Condition, origin and assembly aspects

The item comes from original BMW equipment and is offered as a used interior component. This means it retains its factory construction, dimensional compliance, and compatibility with standard mounting points in the centre tunnel. This type of part is a good choice when replacing a worn or damaged armrest, when you want to maintain the original character of the cabin.

During installation, it is worth paying attention to the correct seating of the element in the centre console structure and the proper tightening of the mounts to avoid looseness and unwanted noises while driving. A properly mounted armrest works stably, and its weight is correctly distributed relative to the tunnel structure.

Benefits of using an original armrest

Using an original leather armrest in a BMW 5 Series E60/E61 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Stylistic interior consistency – maintaining the factory look of the centre console and dashboard.
• Ergonomic comfort – comfortable forearm support during city and motorway driving.
• Durable finish – leather surface resistant to typical operational loads.
• Factory fitment – compatibility with original mounting points and cockpit lines.

This solution works particularly well for interior restoration, replacing worn elements, or restoring the car to a state close to the factory configuration.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit and centre tunnel area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, air vent housings, or storage compartment covers, check the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

For drivers considering a broader car upgrade, including the selection of used mechanical components and elements affecting handling, the guide article Standard vs. sports suspension – design differences and selection of used parts may be helpful, which facilitates informed planning of further vehicle modifications.