BMW 1 3 Series E87 E90 E91 Cover Belt Buckle Guard Left N/S Front Seat 7160593

BMW 1 3 Series E87 E90 E91 Cover Belt Buckle Guard Left N/S Front Seat is an original upholstery component designed for installation on the front left seat in selected BMW 1 and 3 Series models. The dark, black color scheme allows for a seamless match with the factory interior, while the design, compliant with the manufacturer's specifications, facilitates installation and ensures a proper fit. It is a practical choice when replacing a damaged cover or tidying up the driver's seat area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7160593
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7160593
• Substitutable numbers: 52107160593, 7160593
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the seat cover

The presented cover is a trim element for the driver's side seat area, mounted on the front left side of the vehicle. Its purpose is to aesthetically cover the structural parts of the seat and protect the adjustment mechanisms from accidental damage and dirt. As a result, the interior maintains an orderly appearance, and the working components of the seat are less exposed to contact with footwear or small objects.

Compatibility with BMW models

The cover has been designed for the front left seat in BMW E87, E90, and E91 series models. This means compatibility in terms of shape, mounting points, and alignment lines with the factory solutions used in these generations. In practice, this translates into:

• secure seating of the component on the seat structure,
• no need for mounting modifications,
• preservation of the original interior finish geometry.

Such compatibility is particularly important during interior repairs, where both functionality and visual consistency with other upholstery elements are key.

Color and interior integration

The black color of the cover allows for a harmonious blend with typical interior configurations used in BMW E87, E90, and E91 series. The neutral color complements both dark and lighter upholstery well, without introducing unwanted contrasts. Consequently, replacing a damaged element with this cover does not disrupt the overall aesthetics of the cabin, and the driver's seat area regains its tidy, factory-original character.

Characteristics of the used component

The seat cover comes from dismantling, meaning it is a used part that retains the original geometry and mounting method intended by the manufacturer. Such components are frequently chosen for interior repairs because they allow for maintaining consistency with other cabin parts while providing an economical solution compared to new replacements.

Service convenience and practical application

Replacing the seat cover is one of the simpler service procedures in the vehicle's interior, and a properly selected component significantly improves the visual perception of the cabin. In practice, installation comes down to correctly seating the cover on the seat structure and fastening it at the designated mounting points. A well-chosen cover:

• tidies up the area by the driver's seat,
• limits the visibility of structural elements,
• reduces the risk of accidentally snagging on adjustment mechanisms.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the driver's seat area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as covers, side panels, or additional trim pieces, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Technical support and parts knowledge

When selecting interior components, as well as during more advanced vehicle modifications, a broader perspective on the structural differences between individual model lines can be helpful. In this context, it is worth checking out material describing the characteristics of sports versions from one of the popular manufacturers – you will find it in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how design changes affect the selection of appropriate components.