Rear Seat BMW E81 E87 LCI Right O/S Backrest Cover Cloth Leather Anthracite

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Rear Seat BMW E81 E87 LCI Right O/S Backrest Cover Cloth Leather Anthracite is an original component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation in the rear right section of the interior of facelifted BMW 1 Series vehicles. The backrest ensures a visually consistent cabin finish and provides solid back support for passengers, maintaining the factory seat geometry and ergonomics. Thanks to its black fabric upholstery, it serves as a practical and aesthetic solution when replacing a damaged or worn-out part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7221884
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7221884
• Substitutable numbers: 7221884, 52207221884
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and BMW compatibility

The backrest has been designed specifically for the rear right section of the bench seat in facelifted (LCI) BMW E81 and E87 models, which ensures precise fitting to the body structure and factory mounting points. The component is consistent with the original BMW interior styling line, ensuring that the visual consistency of the rear bench and proper seat geometry are maintained after installation.

Its placement in the rear zone, on the right side, allows for a direct replacement of a damaged backrest without the need to interfere with other segments of the bench. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, local abrasions, or interior upgrades while maintaining the original BMW character.

Construction and upholstery material

The bench backrest is manufactured in a configuration intended for the rear interior section, with a design adapted to standard mounts and folding mechanisms. The applied black fabric upholstery provides a balanced compromise between durability and comfort, performing well in daily use.

The material structure promotes stable passenger positioning, and the neutral black color facilitates integration with other cabin elements – door panels, headliner, or other seats. The fabric is practical to maintain, which is significant during intensive vehicle use, e.g., in fleet or family applications.

Function in the seating system and user comfort

The rear bench backrest plays a key role in the ergonomics of the rear row of seats, responsible for stable back support and the correct positioning of passengers relative to seat belts. The version dedicated to the right side of the vehicle's rear works with standard mounting elements, which allows for maintaining factory safety and comfort parameters.

Replacing the backrest with an original component from the same construction group reduces the risk of improper fitment or unwanted play that could occur when using parts not intended for this model. As a result, the user gains confidence that the rear bench will operate according to the manufacturer's specifications, both in terms of comfort and folding functionality.

Characteristics of the used component

The backrest comes from the used parts segment, which allows for an economical interior repair while maintaining the original BMW specification. This type of component is particularly attractive for comprehensive restoration work, where both compliance with the factory design and rational material costs are important.

Choosing a used rear bench backrest is a solution that enables the restoration of the functionality and aesthetics of the rear row of seats without the need to invest in new, significantly more expensive elements. At the same time, compatibility with other interior parts is maintained, which is important for long-term vehicle operation.

Interior expansion and related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or split bench segments, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

For broader cabin tuning, including the replacement of several seat elements or the steering wheel, it is worth checking out practical tips on selecting used interior components – you will find them in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses, among other things, the use of second-hand seats and steering wheels in interior modernization projects.