BMW F30 F31 Front Right Sport Seat O/S Cover Coral Red Leather Dakota Memory

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F30 F31 Front Right Sport Seat O/S Cover Coral Red Leather Dakota Memory is an original, used premium-segment seat designed for the front right side of BMW 3 Series F30/F31 models. Its sporty design, Coral Red Dakota leather upholstery, and memory function provide an ergonomic and aesthetic solution for drivers seeking a significantly more dynamic interior character. Thanks to its factory origin, the seat ensures consistent fitment with the vehicle's original cabin architecture and full compatibility with the car's electrical system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8494893-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8494893
• Substitutable numbers: 8494893, 52108494893, 7392491, 52107392491
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Red
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Seat construction and purpose

The presented seat belongs to the Seats and Benches category and is designed as a front component, mounted on the right side of the cabin. The sporty profile of the seat base and backrest promotes stable body support while driving, especially at higher speeds and during dynamic maneuvers. The geometry of the side bolsters and the backrest contour limits lateral movement, which improves vehicle control and comfort in corners.

Its placement in the front zone, on the passenger or driver side depending on the market, allows for direct integration with the factory mounting points in the floor of the BMW F30/F31. Consequently, installation is straightforward, with no need for modifications to the body structure.

Upholstery material and Coral Red Dakota color scheme

The upholstery is made of genuine leather, which translates into a pleasant-to-the-touch surface, ease of cleaning, and resistance to typical operational wear. Dakota leather in the Coral Red shade is a distinctive, intense finish used by BMW, which gives the interior a bold, sporty character and highlights the trim line with a more dynamic profile.

The red color of the upholstery creates a contrast with typical dark cockpit elements, which improves the visual perception of the seat's shape and facilitates a cohesive interior design focused on sporty aesthetics. At the same time, the leather surface works well with heating or adjustment systems, if present in the vehicle, ensuring even heat distribution and stable support.

Memory function and ergonomics

A significant advantage of this seat is the memory function, which allows for storing selected seat and backrest positions in the vehicle's system. This solution is particularly beneficial in cars used by more than one person – after assigning a profile to a specific key or button, the seat automatically returns to the saved position, which reduces preparation time before driving and improves ergonomic consistency.

The ergonomic design of the sport seat promotes a correct body posture, supporting the lumbar section and maintaining a stable leg position relative to the pedals and floor. Combined with the memory function, this allows for quick restoration of the optimal position, which is important for both comfort and safety during long journeys.

Vehicle integration and application

The seat has been developed for full integration with the installation and interior architecture of the BMW 3 Series F30/F31. This includes matching the factory rails, mounting points, and electrical harnesses responsible for controlling adjustments and memory. As a result, this component can be used both as a replacement for a damaged seat and as an upgrade from a standard version to a sport version, enhancing the utility and visual appeal of the cabin.

The used condition means that the seat comes from vehicle dismantling, which is advantageous in terms of fitment for a specific BMW generation and compliance with the manufacturer's original solutions. At the same time, it allows for a more economical interior modernization compared to purchasing a new component.

Benefits of installing a BMW sport seat

• Improved lateral support and body stability in corners.
• Significantly more dynamic interior appearance thanks to the Coral Red Dakota leather.
• Ability to store seat settings for multiple users thanks to the memory function.
• Factory fitment for the BMW F30/F31 structure, with no need for mounting modifications.
• Economical cabin refresh through the use of a branded seat from dismantling.

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

To better plan your cabin modernization and assess the impact of replacing seats on comfort and vehicle value, it is worth reading our guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and increase car value. For those interested in the ecological and economic aspects of using recycled components, the article on the role of used parts in the circular economy and real savings in car maintenance may be useful.