Seat Finisher BMW F20 F21 Rear Right O/S Side Panelling Cover Leather Coral Red

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Seat Finisher BMW F20 F21 Rear Right O/S Side Panelling Cover Leather Coral Red is an original rear seat upholstery component designed for the right side of 1 Series models. Thanks to the use of coral red leather, it allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the interior and restore the factory look of the rear cabin area. It is a practical solution when replacing a damaged side panel or performing a precise interior restoration of a BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7291236
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7291236
• Substitutable numbers: 52207291236, 7291236
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Red
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW F20/F21

The presented side panel is a component from the Seats and benches group, designed specifically for the rear seat on the right side in BMW 1 Series F20/F21 generation models. Its placement in the rear seat area ensures proper fitment with the seat base, backrest, and other upholstery panels, which is crucial for professional repairs or completing an interior after disassembly.

The appropriate shaping of the edges and mounts allows for installation in factory points without the need for structural modifications. As a result, the component works well with the original seats and bench, maintaining the ergonomics and functionality of the rear passenger cabin.

Material and finish characteristics

The side panel is made of leather upholstery, which emphasizes the interior character typical of versions equipped with leather. The red leather (coral red) gives the interior a distinctive look that remains consistent with the BMW line, especially in configurations with a sporty edge.

The leather surface makes it easy to keep clean and provides a pleasant touch for rear passengers. At the same time, the material blends well with other leather upholstery elements, which is important when partially replacing interior components – the side panel does not disrupt the visual continuity of the seat.

Function in the rear passenger area

The right-side seat finisher acts as a side cover and an aesthetic closure for the rear seat structure. It is responsible for:

• masking structural elements and seat mounts,
• maintaining a uniform line of upholstery in the rear part of the interior,
• protecting the side area of the seat from abrasion and dirt,
• improving the visual quality of the rear passenger space.

Thanks to this, replacing a damaged or worn side panel with an original part allows you to restore the interior aesthetics without having to interfere with the entire seat.

Characteristics of the used item

The item comes from disassembly, which means it is an original BMW part with its factory shape and structure preserved. A used component is a good solution for repairs where compliance with factory equipment and a rational cost of interior restoration are important. This type of seat finisher will work well both for local repairs after damage and for completing an interior after a conversion or upholstery replacement.

Completing the interior and additional 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 backrests, seat bases, or additional side panels, check out the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

For larger changes in the cabin, it is worth considering a consistent approach to the entire seat set. How to choose the right components and when replacing seats or benches actually improves comfort and the perceived value of the car is explained in the article Interior metamorphosis: How branded seats from disassembly will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car, which may be helpful when planning a BMW interior upgrade.

Additional arguments for using branded parts from disassembly – especially in premium cars such as BMW – are also provided by the guide Crisis in the new parts market? Why in 2026 used originals for premium cars (BMW, Mercedes, Porsche) are the hottest trend, describing the advantages of using original used components in the context of quality and availability.