BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Cover Centre Console Ashtray Ash Tray Wood Poplar Grain

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Cover Centre Console Ashtray Ash Tray Wood Poplar Grain is an original interior trim component designed for installation in the front section of the cabin on the left side. Thanks to its elegant poplar wood grain finish and precise fitment to the factory console, this part allows you to restore a cohesive look to the cockpit and maintain the original character of the BMW dashboard.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7118031
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7118031
• Substitutable numbers: 51167118031, 7118031, 51167129554, 7129554, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the dashboard

The presented cover is part of the Dashboards category and is an integral element of the center console in the BMW 3 Series E90/E91. It is responsible for aesthetically closing the ashtray space in the front of the interior, on the driver's side, ensuring a seamless transition between the center panel and the other cockpit elements.

The placement in the Front – left zone means the component has been designed with driver ergonomics in mind, maintaining the proper geometry and styling lines characteristic of this BMW model.

Finish and fitment to the BMW interior

The center console cover features a decorative poplar wood grain veneer that harmonizes with factory trim strips and panels in the same finish. This solution allows for visual consistency within the interior, especially in vehicles equipped with wood trim packages.

Its original BMW origin ensures precise fitment with adjacent dashboard components, minimizing the risk of looseness, rattles, or color discrepancies. This is a beneficial solution for both post-accident repairs and aesthetic cockpit restoration.

Characteristics of the used component

The item comes from the secondary market, which allows for combining functionality with a reasonable budget. A used center console cover is a good choice in situations where the factory component has suffered mechanical damage, scratches, or wear, and the priority is to maintain the manufacturer's original specifications.

Choosing a used part from this group helps reduce repair costs while maintaining the factory look of the dashboard, which is important for both user comfort and the potential resale value of the vehicle.

Installation and compatibility

The cover has been designed as a component dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 center console, which facilitates installation in place of the factory component without the need for modifications. The design intended for a specific location in the vehicle ensures proper seating and preservation of the cockpit's styling lines.

For proper part selection, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the interior equipment (type of wood trim) and the center console configuration in your specific vehicle to achieve the most uniform visual effect possible.

Interior expansion and tuning

The ashtray cover in a poplar wood finish can also be used in subtle interior tuning projects, where the goal is to unify trim or replace other finish variants with elements of a more elegant character. When combined with other decorative panels, it allows for the creation of a cohesive, organized cockpit.

If you are interested in a broader approach to car modification using secondary market components, it is worth checking out the advice in the article Tuning with used parts – how to gain performance without spending a fortune, which discusses the practical aspects of safely using used components.

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