BMW 1 E87 1 Rear Seat Cover Cloth Imitation Leather Backrest Left N/S Grey

BMW 1 E87 1 Rear Seat Cover Cloth Imitation Leather Backrest Left N/S Grey made of fabric and imitation leather in grey is an original interior component designed for factory installation in the first generation of the 1 Series. Thanks to the combination of textile material and imitation leather, it ensures a consistent cabin look and a solid finish for the rear seat. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the interior aesthetics after damage or wear of the original backrest.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7141972-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7141972
• Substitutable numbers: 52207141972, 7141972
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Grey
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Application and fitment for BMW 1 Series E87

The presented item is a rear seat backrest cover for the left side, dedicated to the BMW 1 Series E87. The construction is prepared for factory mounts, which allows for maintaining the original seat geometry and proper fitment with the remaining parts of the rear seat. Its placement in the rear part of the vehicle on the left side guarantees compatibility with the seat layout in the E87 body style.

The backrest was designed as an OEM component, which facilitates installation in place of a worn or damaged cover without the need for upholstery modifications. This allows you to restore the factory look of the rear seat while maintaining the original character of the BMW interior.

Material, color, and interior aesthetics

The cover combines fabric and imitation leather, which is a characteristic solution for many equipment versions of the BMW 1 Series E87. This combination of materials provides a pleasant-to-touch central area on one hand, and more abrasion-resistant side zones of the backrest on the other. Thanks to this, the element performs well in daily use, maintaining its aesthetics for a longer time.

The grey color of the cover is matched to the factory color palette used in this model, which allows for a harmonious combination with other upholstery elements. Maintaining a uniform tone of the interior is both visually and practically significant – it facilitates cleaning and masks typical operational dirt.

Condition, functionality, and benefits of installing a used component

The offered backrest cover comes from the secondary market, which allows for an economical interior repair while maintaining the original BMW specification. A used component is a good choice when the factory upholstery has been worn, torn, or suffered other mechanical damage, and the owner wants to avoid expensive, full seat reupholstery.

Installing an original cover from dismantling allows you to:

• restore the consistent look of the rear seat without interfering with the seat structure,
• preserve the factory stitching lines and backrest divisions,
• maintain compatibility with other upholstery elements in the cabin.

Role in passenger comfort and safety

The rear left seat backrest cover in the BMW 1 E87 is responsible not only for the appearance but also for stable back support for passengers. A correctly installed element works with the backrest structure, enabling proper foam positioning and maintaining seat ergonomics. Thanks to this, passengers on the rear seat can count on a comfortable position during the ride, and the interior remains tidy and functional.

Replacing a worn or damaged cover is particularly important in heavily used cars, where the condition of the upholstery has a direct impact on the perception of the vehicle, its market value, and the comfort of daily use.

BMW interior expansion and tuning

The rear seat backrest cover can be an element of a broader project to refresh or tune the BMW 1 Series E87 cabin. By combining the replacement of this element with the modernization of front seats or the steering wheel, you can achieve a clear improvement in ergonomics and interior appearance at reasonable costs. If you want to better plan such a scope of work and learn about the possibilities of using used equipment components, it is worth checking out the guide Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which describes practical examples of seat and other cabin component modernizations.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or headrests, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and Benches category.