BMW X5 Series E53 Black Leather Walknappa Rear Right O/S Door Card Trim Panel

BMW X5 Series E53 Black Leather Walknappa Rear Right O/S Door Card Trim Panel is an original interior trim component designed for installation on the rear right door of the BMW X5 E53 model. The black leather finish helps maintain the stylistic consistency of the cabin while restoring the factory look of the door card. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing worn-out components, or restoring interior aesthetics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7121266-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7121266
• Substitutable numbers: 51427121266, 7121266, 51427121298, 7121298, 51427074846, 7074846
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented door card is dedicated to the rear right side of the vehicle, ensuring a proper fit to the door structure of the BMW X5 E53. The component belongs to the Door Upholstery group, allowing it to integrate with factory mounts, handles, and door hardware without the need for modifications. The leather surface has been designed for daily use, maintaining appropriate rigidity and stability across the entire panel.

Material and finish

The upholstery is made of black leather, allowing for an aesthetic match with most BMW X5 E53 interior configurations. The leather covering provides a pleasant-to-touch surface while remaining resistant to typical operational stresses, such as frequent door opening or contact with clothing. The uniform, dark color promotes visual consistency in the cabin and facilitates easy integration with other trim elements.

Function in the vehicle

The door card serves several important functional and structural purposes:

• covers the internal door structure and mechanical components,
• provides a mounting surface for handles, levers, and control buttons,
• improves acoustic comfort inside the cabin,
• influences the overall aesthetics and ergonomics of the rear interior section.

Thanks to its precise profiling, the door card conforms to the shape of the door, which reduces the occurrence of play and unwanted noises while driving.

Characteristics of the used component

The upholstery comes from the secondary market, meaning it is a used part that retains functionality and construction consistent with the factory BMW standard. Choosing this solution allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original character of the interior. A used door card is a good compromise between cost and maintaining compatibility with factory door components.

Benefits of using original door upholstery

Using an original door card in a BMW X5 E53 offers a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fitment – compatibility with the door structure and mounting points, without the need for adaptation.
• Visual consistency – black leather harmonizes with other interior elements, restoring a uniform look to the rear of the cabin.
• Time savings during installation – a component designed for a specific model facilitates service work or DIY replacement.
• Ability to maintain the vehicle's original character – especially important when ensuring compliance with factory equipment.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as side panels, upholstery inserts, or complete linings, check the available parts in the BMW Door Upholstery category.

For a comparison of approaches to purchasing secondary market components for other brands, including an analysis of cost-effectiveness and selection criteria, the following article may be helpful: Volkswagen – solidity and reliability. Why are used VW parts a reasonable choice?.