BMW 3 E46 Touring Rear Seat Left N/S Lateral Finisher Panel Cloth Alcantara

BMW 3 E46 Touring Rear Seat Left N/S Lateral Finisher Panel Cloth Alcantara is an original interior component designed for installation on the left side of the rear seat. Thanks to its factory-spec fitment, it serves as a practical solution for replacing damaged trim or refreshing the upholstery in your BMW, ensuring a consistent and aesthetic cabin appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7902913
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7902913
• Substitutable numbers: 52207902913, 7902913, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

This trim panel is dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E46 Touring model and is installed in the rear section of the cabin on the left side. As an original part, it has been designed for precise alignment with the rear seat structure and interior side panels, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the factory geometry of the upholstery.

Its placement in the rear seat area means the panel serves both an aesthetic and protective function – it shields the side of the seat and the edges of the upholstery from abrasion and mechanical damage during daily use.

Materials and finish

The panel combines fabric upholstery and Alcantara, which is characteristic of higher-end BMW E46 interior trim levels. The use of these materials provides a pleasant-to-touch surface, good wear resistance, and visual consistency with other seat components.

The fabric structure and Alcantara texture have been factory-matched to the original seats and benches, ensuring that after installation, the panel blends harmoniously with the rest of the interior, without the differences in shade or texture typical of low-quality aftermarket replacements.

Use in interior restoration

This item from the Seats and benches category is particularly well-suited for:

• replacing damaged or heavily worn rear seat side trim,
• comprehensive upholstery restoration in a BMW 3 E46 Touring with a fabric/Alcantara interior,
• restoring the original cabin look following bodywork repairs in the rear section of the vehicle.

Thanks to its factory origin, the panel allows for maintaining stylistic and functional interior consistency, which is important both from the perspective of user comfort and the vehicle's resale value.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used part

This item comes from the used BMW parts segment, which allows for a significant reduction in interior restoration costs while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Compared to low-quality replacements, the original panel ensures proper fitment, compatibility of mounting points, and appropriate structural rigidity.

Choosing a used trim panel is also an environmentally friendly solution – reusing original components reduces waste and the production of new parts, while maintaining a high standard of cabin finish.

Practical installation tips and part selection

Before purchasing, it is worth verifying the panel's compatibility with the body style (Touring) and the installation side (rear, left). Comparing the shape and mounting points with the currently installed element may be helpful. If necessary, you can use the manufacturer's markings – the product has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitate unambiguous identification in BMW catalogs.

If you are planning a broader interior upgrade, including replacing seats, benches, or other upholstery panels, it is worth selecting elements from the same material configuration (fabric + Alcantara) to maintain a consistent cabin character and avoid shade differences.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or additional side panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

More about premium interior construction

When planning to refresh your cabin, it is worth learning practical tips regarding the selection of seats, upholstery panels, and multimedia elements from the secondary market. Detailed information on how to build a consistent, comfortable interior using used components can be found in the article: Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.