BMW 3 E46 Touring Rear Seat Left N/S Lateral Finisher Panel Cloth Grey

BMW 3 E46 Touring Rear Seat Left N/S Lateral Finisher Panel Cloth Grey is an original upholstery component designed for installation in the rear interior on the left side. Thanks to its factory fitment and consistent fabric finish, it allows you to restore the cabin's aesthetics and maintain a uniform look for the rear seat. It is a practical solution when replacing damaged or worn upholstery elements in a BMW 3 Series E46 Touring.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7046825
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7046825
• Substitutable numbers: 52207046825, 7046825, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The presented panel is an upholstery component from the Seats and benches group, designed specifically for the rear interior of the BMW 3 Series E46 Touring body style. It is mounted on the left side of the rear seat, in the lateral area, where it provides an aesthetic finish to the passenger space and covers the structural elements of the body.

Its original BMW origin ensures proper fitment with other interior components, which facilitates installation and helps avoid issues with inaccurate fitment often associated with aftermarket replacements.

Color and fabric finish

The panel is finished in grey cloth, allowing it to harmonize with typical upholstery configurations used in the BMW 3 E46 Touring. The neutral shade of grey integrates well with both darker and lighter interior elements, helping to maintain a consistent cabin color scheme.

The textile finish contributes to acoustic comfort by reducing unwanted resonance and improving the overall perceived quality in the rear of the vehicle.

Function in the rear interior

The lateral finisher panel serves several important functional roles:

• aesthetically masks the side zone near the rear seat,
• visually organizes the passenger space in the rear of the car,
• covers structural and mounting elements,
• supports the maintenance of a uniform upholstery line along the entire rear seat.

As a result, replacing a worn or damaged element with an original panel allows you to restore the factory look of the interior and improve the overall appearance of the cabin.

Condition and service application

The item comes from disassembly and is offered as a used OEM component, which is a cost-effective solution for interior repairs of the BMW 3 E46 Touring. This type of part is suitable both for local repair of damaged upholstery and for broader renovation of the rear passenger zone when you want to preserve the original character of the interior.

Support for interior tuning and personalization

If you are planning to refresh the cabin or perform a subtle visual tuning of your BMW interior, replacing lateral upholstery panels with well-maintained second-hand parts is a sensible and economical step. You can find more inspiration and practical tips on using used seats and trim elements in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts.

Ecological aspect of used interior elements

Choosing an original, used upholstery panel is not only a saving but also a real contribution to reducing waste and raw material consumption. If you want to learn more about the environmental impact of such decisions, it is worth reading the material Sustainable automotive: How buying original used parts reduces your carbon footprint and protects the environment?.

Related BMW upholstery elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as headrests, side seat cushions, or additional upholstery panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.