BMW Z4 E89 Trim CIC Cover Panel Instrument Centre Console Black For RHD 9173535

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW Z4 E89 Trim CIC Cover Panel Instrument Centre Console Black For RHD is an original center console trim element designed for right-hand drive versions. The panel is a precisely fitted cover for the area around the CIC unit and control buttons, ensuring a consistent, factory-look interior and proper dashboard alignment. The black color scheme allows for aesthetic integration with other BMW cockpit elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9173535
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9173535
• Substitutable numbers: 9173535, 51459173535, EM
• Color: Black
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and function of the console panel

The presented center console panel is dedicated to the BMW Z4 E89 model equipped with the CIC system and a right-hand drive layout. Its purpose is to precisely frame and cover the central part of the console, including the multimedia control area and related components, in order to maintain an ergonomic cockpit layout and comfortable operation of all functions.

This element is part of the Console Parts group, responsible for stable mounting and aesthetic finishing of the central interior zone. Proper fitment of the panel is important not only for visual reasons but also for utility – it reduces the risk of unwanted looseness, rattles, and vibrations in the console area.

Construction, color, and fitment

The panel is manufactured as an OEM BMW component, which translates into maintaining the original geometry, mounting points, and compatibility with factory console elements. The black finish allows for harmonious integration with standard plastics and interior trims, without the color differences typical of aftermarket replacements.

Thanks to the factory design, the panel is prepared for installation in place of the original cover, maintaining the gaps and parting lines specified by the manufacturer. This facilitates both the replacement of a damaged element and the restoration of the interior to a consistent, factory-original look after repairs or modifications.

Characteristics of the used element

The offered panel comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains the original BMW specification. Such components are particularly valued for interior repairs because they ensure proper fitment to the existing dashboard and natural material aging, which corresponds better with the rest of the cockpit than new replacements.

Choosing a used OEM element allows for maintaining high-quality finishing while optimizing the costs of repairing or refreshing the interior. This is a recommended solution, especially for precise trim elements such as the console panel in the BMW Z4 E89.

Why it is worth choosing original BMW parts

Original BMW components are designed with specific interior geometry in mind, which translates into stable mounting, no installation issues, and the preservation of the ergonomics intended by the manufacturer. In the case of the console panel, this has a direct impact on the comfort of operating the CIC system and other functions located in the central part of the dashboard.

If you want to better understand the benefits of choosing original, used components, it is worth reading an article describing the importance of OEM parts in the context of safety and durability – check out the material: Quality assurance and OEM safety – why used original car parts are the best choice for your vehicle?.

Selection and expansion of the BMW console zone

When replacing the center console panel in a BMW Z4 E89, it is worth paying attention to the element's compatibility with the equipment version and the RHD layout to maintain full functionality and cockpit aesthetics. In practice, replacing the cover is often combined with other work in the central part of the interior, such as refreshing adjacent panels, frames, or control elements.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the center console zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, frames, or covers, check the available parts in the BMW Console Parts category.

To select components for a specific vehicle version even more precisely, a guide on verifying compatibility by OEM numbers may be helpful – more information can be found in the article: Risk-free online parts shopping – 5 proven ways to verify component compatibility using OEM numbers and paint codes.