BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Rear Left N/S Trim Panel Door Card Cloth Laser

BMW 3 E46 Saloon Touring Rear Left N/S Trim Panel Door Card Cloth Laser is an original trim panel designed for installation on the rear left side of sedan and touring body types. This component allows for maintaining a consistent interior aesthetic while ensuring a solid, factory-standard mounting for all door components. Thanks to its cloth laser textile finish, the panel fits perfectly into the characteristic style of the BMW 3 Series E46 cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7890715
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7890715
• Substitutable numbers: 51417890715, 7890715, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 E46

The presented trim panel is dedicated to BMW 3 Series E46 models in Saloon and Touring versions, intended for the rear left door. The construction is based on the original BMW design, which translates into the correct placement of mounting holes, clips, and space for standard door equipment. As a result, this element serves as a direct replacement for the original upholstery, without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

Panel construction and door function

The door trim serves several key structural and functional roles in the rear part of the cabin:

• it creates an aesthetic finishing surface, masking the internal door structure,
• it provides stable support for standard handles, levers, and control elements,
• it acts as an additional insulation layer between the door skin and the interior,
• it protects electrical wiring and window mechanisms from accidental damage from the passenger side.

The cloth laser textile finish allows for consistency with other interior elements, which is essential when replacing a single panel due to mechanical damage or wear and tear.

Operational characteristics and installation

As an item from the Door cards group, the panel has been designed to work with the factory mounting points in the BMW 3 E46 door. The properly shaped backing board and placement of clips facilitate installation and removal during interior servicing, speaker replacement, or window regulator repairs. The used OEM construction allows for maintaining the original geometry and contact lines with seals and other trim elements.

The panel is intended for left-hand drive vehicles, in a configuration typical for European BMW 3 E46 units, taking into account the specific shape of the rear left side of the sedan or touring body.

Condition of the item and service application

The trim is a used item, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear while maintaining its structural functionality. This type of part is particularly useful for:

• repairing the interior after mechanical damage or flooding,
• restoring the factory look of the cabin after unsuccessful modifications,
• completing missing elements after previous disassembly.

For workshops specializing in BMW and for users servicing their own cars, using original door trim reduces the risk of fitment issues and unwanted door noises.

Complementary BMW door cards

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 front door panels, opposite side door cards, or additional textile finishes, check out the available parts in the BMW door cards category.

Technical support and BMW knowledge

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