BMW 3 F31 Touring Rear Seat Bench Left N/S Lateral Panel Fabric Anthracite

The BMW F31 Left Rear Seat Upholstery Panel Fabric is an original rear seat upholstery component, designed for installation on the left side of the 3 Series Touring body. Thanks to its factory geometry and the use of fabric upholstery, it ensures a cohesive interior appearance and proper fit with other components from the Seats and benches category.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7306179
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7306179
• Substitutable numbers: 52207306179, 7306179, 52207306177, 7306177
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and Fitment for BMW F31

The presented seat panel is specifically designed for the rear interior of the BMW 3 Series Touring F31, intended for the left side. Its placement in the rear seating area guarantees correct alignment with the seat cushion, backrest, and side body elements, resulting in stable installation and an aesthetically pleasing passenger space finish.

This component belongs to the Seats and benches group, making it an integral part of the seating system, responsible for the side finish of the bench seat and protecting the structure and upholstery from daily wear and tear.

Construction and Upholstery Material

The panel is manufactured based on the factory BMW construction, which helps maintain the original interior styling line. The used fabric upholstery provides a pleasant-to-touch surface, good resistance to typical user loads, and ease of cleaning compared to more delicate finishes.

The fabric structure has been selected for the daily use of the rear seat – it minimizes the visibility of minor dirt while maintaining color consistency and texture with other seating elements in the BMW F31.

Function within the Seat and Bench System

The left side seat panel performs several important functions in the rear cabin:

• Aesthetic finishing of the side area of the rear bench seat,
• Protection of the seat cushion and backrest structure against mechanical damage,
• Stabilization of the upholstery edge near the wheel arch and interior side panel,
• Maintaining the continuity of the stylistic line of the original BMW design.

Therefore, replacing a damaged panel with an original component allows for the restoration of a cohesive appearance of the rear cabin and the correct fit of the entire Seats and benches system.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a used part, the seat panel comes from a dismantled vehicle and retains its factory mounting specifications. This type of component is a good choice for accident repairs, interior refreshes, or restoring a car to a near-original condition without the need to invest in new components.

Original BMW origin means maintaining the correct geometry, mounting points, and compatibility with other rear seat elements, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of fitment issues.

Selecting Other BMW Interior Elements

If you are planning a comprehensive renovation of the rear seating area and also need other components from the Seats and benches group dedicated to this brand, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

When modernizing the cabin, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips on selecting used seats, upholstery elements, and multimedia equipment – detailed advice can be found in the article Premium Interior for Half the Price: Used Seats, Steering Wheels, and Multimedia, which discusses compatibility, installation, and cost-effectiveness of purchasing second-hand parts.