BMW E88 Convertible Front Seat Backrest Heated M Sport Left N/S Red Leather

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E88 Convertible Front Seat Backrest Heated M Sport Left N/S Red Leather is an original interior component from the M Sport line, designed for installation on the driver's side in the front of the cabin. The backrest is made of red leather, emphasizing the sporty character of the BMW E88 Convertible, while the integrated heating improves driving comfort in colder conditions. This is a solution for users who want to maintain interior stylistic consistency while restoring the factory functionality of the seat.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7257495-4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7257495
• Substitutable numbers: 7257495, 52107257495
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Red
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for the BMW E88 Convertible

The offered backrest is an item from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation on the front left side of the BMW E88 Convertible. The construction corresponds to the factory M Sport standard, which facilitates integration with the existing seat frame, rails, and vehicle safety systems. By maintaining the original geometry of the backrest, it is possible to achieve a precise fit with the seat cushion, side bolsters, and other upholstery elements.

Design and functional characteristics

The backrest is finished in an intense red color, characteristic of BMW's sporty interior configurations. The leather upholstery provides a pleasant-to-the-touch surface and is easy to keep clean with proper care. The profiling of the backrest is adapted for dynamic driving, providing stable back support and reducing driver fatigue during longer trips.

An important element is the built-in heating function, which, when properly connected to the vehicle's electrical system, allows for rapid heating of the backrest surface. This solution improves thermal comfort, especially during the autumn and winter seasons, and also supports maintaining an ergonomic position behind the wheel.

Utility and aesthetic values of the red M Sport leather

The red leather used in this backrest gives the interior a distinctive, sporty character while remaining consistent with the M Sport design line. This type of finish blends well with both dark and lighter cockpit elements, creating a contrasting yet orderly visual composition. For users focusing on interior personalization, this is a way to emphasize individual style without sacrificing the manufacturer's original solutions.

The backrest, as a used item, represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original BMW specification. It allows for the replacement of a damaged or worn component without the need to interfere with the seat structure or use adaptations typical of non-factory replacements.

Condition, installation, and service application

The product comes from dismantling and is offered as a used part, which is important when planning a repair or interior upgrade budget. The backrest will work well both in the case of replacing an element after mechanical damage and during the gradual renovation of a BMW E88 Convertible in the M Sport version. Installation requires standard service procedures related to removing the seat, transferring equipment, and connecting the heating system in accordance with the manufacturer's procedures.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or complete seat modules, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

More about interior tuning and second-hand parts

For those planning broader cabin tuning, combining original M Sport seats with other equipment elements can significantly improve ergonomics and the visual perception of the interior. It is worth learning practical tips regarding the selection of used seats and steering wheels, ways to combine them, and optimizing modernization costs. An extended discussion of these issues can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which shows how to effectively use second-hand components when refreshing a vehicle's cabin.

If you are interested in a broader context of using dismantled parts when servicing older models, practical advice on replacing hard-to-find elements and optimizing repair costs can also be found in the material No parts at the dealership? How to deal with repairing older models using dismantled parts.