BMW E65 Front Seat Headrest Left Right N/O/S Leather Black 7117174

BMW E65 Front Seat Headrest Left Right N/O/S Leather Black is an original interior component designed for installation on the driver or front passenger seat. The black leather finish ensures a consistent look with the factory upholstery, and the OEM-compliant construction guarantees a precise fit for BMW E65 seats. This is a practical solution both for replacing a damaged headrest and for completing the interior after repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7117174
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7117174
• Substitutable numbers: 7117174, 52107117174
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and fitment for BMW E65

The presented headrest has been designed specifically for the BMW E65 model and is intended for installation on the front seats on either the left or right side. This means that the mounting structure, geometry, and shape of the head support are consistent with the factory seats of this model, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original interior ergonomics.

Thanks to the use of original geometry, the headrest works with the guides and adjustment mechanisms in BMW E65 seats, ensuring stable seating and the correct height of head support depending on the seat settings.

Construction and materials

The headrest is made of black leather, which allows for an aesthetic match to typical interior configurations of the BMW 7 Series E65 generation. The leather covering provides a pleasant-to-the-touch, easy-to-maintain material that withstands daily use well and is resistant to standard usage loads.

The internal structure of the headrest has been designed to provide stable support for the head and neck while maintaining comfort during longer drives. The shape and profiling are consistent with the line of BMW E65 seats, which allows for maintaining a consistent interior character and the proper body position for the driver and passenger.

Function and safety

As an item in the Headrests category, the product performs an important function in terms of comfort and passive safety. A properly selected and installed headrest limits excessive head movement during sudden braking or a collision, supporting the operation of the vehicle's safety systems.

Proper fitment to BMW E65 front seats allows for maintaining the factory parameters of the headrest position relative to the backrest, which is important for the effectiveness of neck and head protection. As a result, replacing a damaged or missing element with an original headrest is technically justified and helps restore the full functionality of the seat.

Condition and service application

The item comes from the secondary market and is intended for service applications, such as replacing a damaged headrest, supplementing missing equipment after bodywork repairs, or restoring the completeness of the vehicle's interior. Choosing an original headrest from the used market allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the cabin and matching the existing upholstery.

This type of solution is particularly beneficial in the case of older vehicle generations, where the availability of new OEM parts is sometimes limited, and maintaining the original character of the BMW E65 interior is of great importance to the user or collector.

Benefits of using an original BMW headrest

• Factory fitment for BMW E65 front seats on the left and right side.
• Leather, black finish consistent with typical interior upholstery.
• Restoration of head and neck support functions according to the manufacturer's specifications.
• Aesthetic completion of the interior after repairs or cabin modernization.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional head supports, passenger seat headrests, or headrests with similar upholstery, check the available parts in the BMW Headrests category.

If you are considering whether components from the primary market or the secondary market are a better choice for items such as headrests, an article discussing the differences in costs, durability, and availability may be helpful – you can find it here: Car parts – new or used? We compare costs, quality, and durability.