BMW E87 Centre Console Armrest Arm Rest Trim Alaska Grau Grey 7143600

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BMW E87 Centre Console Armrest Arm Rest Trim Alaska Grau Grey is an original interior component from the Dashboards category, designed for installation in 1 Series E87 models. The grey finish harmoniously blends with the factory cockpit styling, allowing for a visually consistent replacement of a worn or damaged part. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the factory ergonomics and aesthetics of their BMW interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7143600-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51167143600
• Substitutable numbers: 51167143600, 7143600
• Color: Grey
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the BMW E87 cockpit

The centre console armrest in the BMW E87 plays an important role in ergonomics and driving comfort. It provides comfortable support for the driver's and passenger's forearms, stabilizes the seating position, and enhances the perceived quality of the cabin finish. This original Alaska Grau component ensures color consistency with other cockpit elements, which is particularly important during partial interior restoration.

Thanks to the factory mounting geometry and a shape tailored to the centre tunnel, the component integrates with the dashboard without the need for modifications. This is the preferred solution for workshops and users who want to avoid fitment issues associated with aftermarket parts of uncertain specifications.

Alaska Grau color and fitment

The Grey (Alaska Grau) finish was designed for BMW interiors dominated by subdued, technical shades of grey. This color choice:

• facilitates visual matching with factory console panels and the dashboard,
• reduces the visibility of typical signs of wear,
• helps maintain the characteristic, functional look of the BMW cockpit.

When replacing a single element within the centre tunnel area, the Alaska Grau color match is crucial for maintaining a uniform look across the entire control zone.

Characteristics of the original BMW component

The original BMW centre console armrest trim is designed to work with the factory mounting points in the E87 body. As a result, installation is predictable, and the fitment with adjacent panels meets the manufacturer's standards. Using an OEM component allows for restoring the original appearance and functionality without interfering with the centre tunnel structure.

This product from the Dashboards category is particularly important for post-collision repairs, replacing damaged interior panels, or gradual cockpit restoration. Using an original component reduces the risk of rattles, loose parts, and surface texture differences that often occur with non-original replacements.

Application in service and interior restoration

The BMW E87 Centre Console Armrest Arm Rest Trim Alaska Grau Grey is suitable for both professional service centers and workshops specializing in interior restoration. Using an OEM component allows for optimized repair costs while maintaining compliance with factory specifications. It is a practical solution for:

• replacing damaged or scratched centre tunnel trim,
• restoring a consistent cockpit look after partial repairs,
• upgrading the interior while maintaining the original BMW style.

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

Why choose an original OEM component

Using an original OEM component in a BMW E87 helps maintain the original geometry, texture, and color, which is significant for both aesthetic and functional reasons. This type of solution is often chosen by workshops that want to reduce vehicle downtime and repair costs while maintaining the manufacturer's standards. If you want to better understand how the availability of used original parts affects service turnaround times, it is worth reading the article on the impact of OEM used parts availability on workshop repair times.