BMW F10 F11 Front Sport Seat Heated Memory Leather Dakota Black Left N/S

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BMW F10 F11 Front Sport Seat Heated Memory Leather Dakota Black Left N/S is a functional interior component that significantly enhances driving comfort and ergonomics in your 5 Series. Thanks to the black leather upholstery, the seat blends harmoniously with most interior configurations, while the sport profile improves body support during dynamic driving. This solution is designed for drivers who expect comfort, precise adjustment, and a cohesive cabin look.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7231174-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7231174
• Substitutable numbers: 7231174, 52107231174
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW F10/F11

The offered seat is designed as a front left sport seat, dedicated to BMW 5 Series F10 and F11 generation models. The construction is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation in place of the original driver's seat and allows for maintaining interior integrity and the proper operation of the vehicle's safety systems.

Construction, material, and color

The sport seat uses black leather upholstery, which provides a balanced look and ease of cleaning. Genuine leather is characterized by a pleasant-to-the-touch surface and resistance to typical operational wear, which is important for daily vehicle use. The dark color scheme promotes a cohesive, subdued interior style that works well with both light and dark cockpit panels.

Comfort features: heating and memory function

A key advantage of this seat is the integrated seat and backrest heating, which improves thermal comfort in colder conditions and shortens the interior warm-up time compared to using the air conditioning alone. Additionally, the seat is equipped with a memory function, which allows for saving the driver's individual position and quickly recalling it after another user has driven the vehicle. This solution increases convenience, reduces the need for constant adjustments, and promotes a consistent, ergonomic position behind the wheel.

Sport characteristics and ergonomics

The sport profile of the seat and backrest provides better lateral support compared to standard seats, which is particularly noticeable during dynamic cornering. The more pronounced contouring supports stable body positioning, reducing fatigue on longer journeys. As a result, the seat is an attractive option both as a replacement for worn-out equipment and as a BMW F10/F11 interior upgrade in terms of comfort and handling.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The seat comes from disassembly and is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical interior refresh without compromising on original BMW specifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs, replacing a worn seat, or for interior tuning projects where maintaining the vehicle's factory character while increasing functionality is a priority.

Interior expansion and related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional seats, rear benches, or headrests, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and Benches category.

More inspiration regarding the use of used seats and other cabin equipment elements can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, where practical ways to improve ergonomics and interior appearance using original second-hand components are described.