BMW E87 3 Ashtray Trim Centre Console Decor Glacier Silver 7078571

BMW E87 3 Ashtray Trim Centre Console Decor Glacier Silver is a practical interior accessory for the front cabin area, combining the function of an ashtray and a lockable storage compartment in the centre console. Thanks to its aesthetic Glacier Silver finish, it harmoniously blends with the factory trim of the BMW 1 Series E87, improving daily ergonomics. This solution allows you to organize small accessories within easy reach of the driver and passenger.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7078571-3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7078571
• Substitutable numbers: 7078571, 51168036120, 8036120, 51167078571
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Silver
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function in the centre console

The component is designed for installation in the front part of the centre console, in the area between the seats. It serves as a lockable module that can be used as an ashtray or a small storage compartment for minor items such as coins, keys, or cards. Its placement in the driver and passenger zone ensures convenient access without taking your eyes off the road.

This type of solution is particularly useful when you want to maintain an organized space in the cabin and aesthetically conceal small items that would otherwise clutter the open recesses of the console.

Appearance and colour matching

The silver front finish allows for a cohesive integration with the factory decorative trim used in the BMW 1 Series E87. The neutral, subdued colour works well with both dark and light upholstery variants, ensuring the element does not visually dominate but discreetly complements the interior design.

Such a finish also helps to visually "refresh" the centre console, which is especially noticeable in daily-driven vehicles where the centre console is one of the most frequently used areas of the cabin.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered storage compartment with ashtray function is a used part, sourced from vehicle dismantling. This ensures the retention of original geometry, factory mounting points, and compatibility with the BMW centre console structure. Such components are frequently chosen for interior repairs following mechanical damage or when replacing worn-out functional modules.

Choosing an original used component allows you to maintain stylistic and material consistency with the rest of the cockpit, which is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons.

Benefits of installation in the BMW E87

Installing such a module in the centre console provides several practical benefits:

• increased functionality of the front cabin area thanks to an additional, lockable space for small items,
• organization of the area around the gear shifter and cup holders,
• preservation of the original BMW interior look without the need for universal accessories,
• easier maintenance of cleanliness in the centre console due to the closed design.

For users who value stylistic consistency and ease of use, this is a practical addition to the factory equipment of the front interior.

Related components and technical materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional storage compartments, trim panels, or functional modules, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

To compare design solutions used in sports models of other brands and to better understand the differences in interior and equipment design, it is worth reading an article describing the characteristics of Audi sports versions – Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.