BMW 3 Series E92 Interior Rear Seat Lower Padding Trim Cover Black Cloth

BMW E92 Rear Seat Insert Foam Pad Upholstery is an original part from the Seats and Sofas category, designed for the rear interior of the BMW 3 Series E92. The foam insert with black fabric upholstery allows for technical repair or refreshing of the rear seat, restoring seating comfort and a cohesive look to the factory interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6977146
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6977146
• Substitutable numbers: 52206977146, 6977146
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and Function of the Part

The presented rear seat foam insert is designed for installation in the rear of a BMW vehicle, in the E92 coupé body style. It is a structural and finishing element responsible for proper passenger support and stable shaping of the rear seat cushion and backrest.

As an original BMW part, the insert maintains factory geometry, facilitating installation in place of a worn or damaged component. This allows for the restoration of the seat's original profile without the need for upholstery or seat frame modifications.

Material, Color, and Visual Fit

The insert is made of foam covered with fabric upholstery, ensuring predictable material behavior during use and consistency with the factory finish standard of the BMW E92 interior. The black color of the upholstery allows for aesthetic matching with most color configurations used in this model, without the risk of a visual "cut-off" of the new part from the rest of the interior.

The fabric structure is adapted for daily use – it provides adequate friction, limiting passenger sliding on the seat, while remaining visually neutral, contributing to a cohesive, understated cabin character.

Practical Application and Repair Scenarios

The rear seat foam insert is particularly useful in situations where:

• the original foam in the seat has become deformed or mechanically damaged,
• local material wear has occurred on the rear part of the seat cushion or backrest,
• a section of the seat needs replacement after bodywork and paint repairs,
• an interior refresh project is being undertaken for a daily-driven car or a youngtimer.

Using an original insert allows for the preservation of the original seating ergonomics, which is important for both passenger comfort and maintaining the vehicle's value in the long term.

Condition, Installation, and Technical Aspects

The part is from the aftermarket, allowing for economical repair of the rear seat while maintaining original BMW specifications. The insert is intended for installation in the rear of the vehicle, in place of the factory component, utilizing existing mounting points and the original seat frame structure.

During installation, it is recommended to:

• remove the seat from the vehicle for convenient access to the insert,
• check the condition of the frame and mountings before installing the new part,
• handle the fabric carefully to avoid additional damage while stretching the material.

By maintaining the factory shape and material, a cohesive visual effect and predictable seat behavior during use are achieved after proper installation.

Interior Modernization and Additional Resources

The rear seat foam insert can be part of a broader interior refresh or tuning project for the BMW E92, also encompassing other components from the seats and upholstery category. If you are planning a comprehensive improvement of cabin ergonomics and appearance, it is also worth considering replacing or upgrading the front seats and steering wheel to achieve a cohesive effect for the entire interior.

To better plan interior modification work and the use of used parts, consult the guide Car Interior Tuning with Global Parts, which describes a practical approach to selecting seats and other aftermarket components.

Owners of cars from model years similar to the E92, who are planning a broader renovation or modernization of their vehicle using used components, may also be interested in material describing how to restore freshness to cars from the turn of the years 1998–2012 – you can find it in the article Second Life of a Youngtimer – How Used Car Parts Revitalize Cars from 1998–2012.

If you are considering further expansion or replacement of other seat elements in your BMW, including additional rear seat components, headrests, or other seating configurations, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and Sofas category.