BMW 1 Series E87 LCI Front Right O/S Door Card Trim Panel Grey Leather

BMW 1 Series E87 LCI Front Right O/S Door Card Trim Panel Grey Leather is an original trim panel designed for the front right side (passenger side in LHD vehicles) of the facelift model. This component allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of worn-out upholstery while maintaining the factory character of the BMW interior. Thanks to the use of grey leather, the panel blends well with light and neutral cabin configurations, improving visual consistency and user comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7224348
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7224348
• Substitutable numbers: 51417224348, 7224348, 51419121162, 9121162
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Grey
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented upholstery is dedicated to the front right door of the BMW 1 Series E87 generation after the facelift (LCI). The panel's construction is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures proper fitment with the door metal, seals, and other interior trim elements. Its original BMW origin helps maintain the correct geometry, rigidity, and ergonomics of the door handle and window controls.

Material and finish

The panel is finished in grey leather, which enhances the perceived quality of the interior and provides a pleasant-to-touch, durable material in the contact zone. The materials and coverings used are selected for their resistance to daily wear, UV radiation, and typical mechanical loads in the door area. The neutral, grey shade facilitates integration with factory dashboards, headliners, and seats in a similar color tone.

Function in the door assembly

The door trim plays several key roles in the body construction and cabin ergonomics:

• it covers the internal door structure, electrical harnesses, and window lifting mechanisms,
• it creates a support surface for the arm and a handle for closing the door,
• it influences interior acoustics by reducing noise penetration from the outside,
• it shapes the visual character of the side of the cabin, consistent with the rest of the trim.

By maintaining factory geometry, the panel promotes the correct positioning of seals and soundproofing elements, which is important for driving comfort and the perceived quality of the interior.

Condition and service application

This item comes from the Door panels category and is offered as a used part, making it a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged panel, or restoring the interior to a factory-like condition. Replacing the upholstery with an original panel from the same model series avoids fitment issues typical of universal aftermarket replacements.

Benefits of installing original BMW upholstery

Using this upholstery in a BMW 1 Series E87 LCI brings a number of practical benefits:

• Consistent interior look – maintaining the original BMW styling line and color scheme.
• Factory fitment – the panel is designed for a specific model and side of the vehicle, with no modifications required.
• Ergonomic geometry – proper positioning of the armrest and handles improves daily comfort.
• Reasonable service solution – a used OEM part is often a favorable compromise between cost and quality.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as door card panels, trim inserts, or complete upholstery, check out the available parts in the BMW Door panels category.

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