BMW E90 E91 Ashtray Finisher Ash Tray Front Decor Gormea Black 7078571

BMW E90 E91 Ashtray Finisher Ash Tray Front Decor Gormea Black is an original, used front ashtray trim element for the center console, designed for the interior of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91. This decorative panel allows you to restore the consistent look of the cockpit, ensuring a factory fit and an aesthetic finish for the ashtray area. By maintaining the original geometry, it serves as a practical solution for repairs or interior refreshing.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7078571-46
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7078571
• Substitutable numbers: 51167078571, 7078571
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Dashboard Trim
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The presented ashtray decor is part of the Dashboard group and is mounted in the front part of the vehicle interior, in the center console area. It is responsible for aesthetically closing the space around the ashtray, masking the opening mechanism, and ensuring a seamless transition between the center panel and other cockpit elements.

This component is particularly useful in situations where the existing panel is scratched, mechanically damaged, or incomplete after previous repairs. Using the original decor allows you to maintain a uniform stylistic line of the interior, characteristic of the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation.

Construction and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91

The Gormea Black version of the ashtray trim has been designed for precise fitment with the factory center console. The shape of the panel is matched to the geometry of the center tunnel, which facilitates installation and ensures stable seating after snapping into the original mounting points.

The original BMW origin ensures the preservation of the correct design line, consistent with other decorative elements in the cabin. As a result, there are no differences in shape or edge profile after replacement, and the entire cockpit remains visually cohesive.

Benefits of using the original ashtray decor

Using this component allows you to easily improve the visual condition of the center console without interfering with the dashboard structure. Key advantages include:

• factory fit for the BMW E90/E91 interior, with no need for mounting modifications,
• consistent appearance of the ashtray area with other console panels,
• possibility of aesthetic replacement of a worn or damaged element,
• maintaining the original character of the vehicle interior.

For users who care about the visual condition of the cockpit, this is a practical way to tidy up the front part of the center tunnel and reduce the visibility of signs of wear.

Vehicle placement and service application

The component is intended for installation in the front part of the interior, in the dashboard and center tunnel area, where the driver and passenger ashtray is located. It works well both for standard replacement of a worn panel and for more extensive service work related to center console renovation or interior equipment modernization.

Choosing the original ashtray decor is particularly beneficial in vehicles where maintaining the factory look of the cabin is a priority, e.g., when preparing the car for sale or after accident repairs in the cockpit area.

Expanding work in the BMW cockpit area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, grilles, or decorative dashboard trims, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

When planning broader modernization work on the car, especially in vehicles with higher mileage, it is also worth checking out practical tips on purchasing used components – the following guide may be helpful: How to buy a used car engine and avoid a bad deal – a step-by-step guide.