BMW 1 E88 Convertible Rear Right O/S Lateral Trim Panel Leather Dakota Lemon

BMW 1 E88 Convertible Rear Right O/S Lateral Trim Panel Leather Dakota Lemon is an original interior component that allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of damaged upholstery. Thanks to its factory-fit design for the E88 convertible body, the panel ensures a consistent interior look and maintains the correct geometry of the mounting points. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore the original character of the rear cabin area in their BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9147716
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9147716
• Substitutable numbers: 9147716, 51439147730, 9147730
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The described item is a rear right lateral trim panel designed for the BMW 1 Series E88 Convertible. Its placement in the rear zone, on the passenger side, means it is installed in the area next to the rear seat, where the panel covers the body structure and continues the interior trim line.

As a part from the Door upholstery group, the panel works in conjunction with other side trim elements and rear cabin finishes, ensuring a consistent upholstery line transition, proper edge alignment, and stable support for seals and mounting components.

Material and Dakota Lemon finish

The panel is made of Dakota Lemon leather upholstery, characteristic of bright, elegant BMW interior configurations. Dakota leather trim is a BMW factory standard, valued for its pleasant texture and aesthetic appearance when combined with other cockpit and seat elements.

The light Dakota Lemon shade allows for the preservation of the original interior color configuration, which is particularly important when replacing only part of the upholstery. This makes it possible to recreate a consistent cabin look without needing to modify other components.

Function in the rear cabin

The lateral trim panel in the E88 convertible serves several important structural and functional purposes:

• covers the side body structure in the rear of the vehicle,
• stabilizes the trim line in the rear seat area,
• creates an aesthetic transition between the seats and the upper part of the side trim,
• supports interior acoustics through an additional layer of finishing material.

Thanks to its factory shape, the panel conforms to the geometry of the convertible body, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper fitment with adjacent elements.

Condition, origin, and service application

The item comes from the BMW range and is a used part, which allows for economical interior repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing original upholstery from dismantling is particularly beneficial for older models, where the availability of new components may be limited or cost-prohibitive.

The panel is suitable both for local repair of a damaged side trim and for broader renovation of the rear cabin when it is necessary to replace several finishing elements in the same leather shade.

Expansion and selection of other upholstery elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the interior side zone in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as rear side panels, door panels, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW door upholstery category.

For users interested in the wider use of used parts in vehicle maintenance, including optimizing repair costs, the article describing the advantages of second-hand components may be helpful – more information can be found in the material on economical maintenance with used parts.