BMW 3 E46 Convertible Rear Seat Left Right N/O/S Headrest Leather Beige

BMW 3 E46 Convertible Rear Seat Left Right N/O/S Headrest Leather Beige is an original upholstery component designed for the left or right side of the rear seat row. Thanks to its factory BMW build and leather finish in an elegant shade of beige, this used headrest allows you to restore a consistent interior look and maintain passenger comfort. It is a practical solution both for replacing a damaged part and for completing missing rear seat equipment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8255033
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8255033
• Substitutable numbers: 52208255033, 8255033
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Color: Beige
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 E46 Convertible

The presented headrest has been designed specifically for the rear seat of the BMW 3 Series E46 Convertible. The construction is intended for installation on the left or right side of the rear row, which facilitates matching it to the existing seat and allows for flexible use of the component in various interior configurations.

Placement in the rear part of the vehicle provides additional head support for passengers, improving seating ergonomics and increasing passive safety during daily vehicle use.

Leather finish and beige color scheme

The headrest is made of beige leather upholstery, characteristic of the bright, elegant interiors of the BMW E46 Convertible. This color scheme allows for maintaining consistency with the factory cabin arrangement, especially in versions with light leather and an extensive interior equipment package.

The leather finish makes the component easy to keep clean while emphasizing the more prestigious character of the cabin compared to fabric upholstery. This is a beneficial solution for interior restoration when the goal is to preserve the original character of the car.

Functional characteristics and installation

As an original component, the headrest is prepared for installation in the factory guides of the BMW E46 Convertible rear seat. The appropriately selected shape and spacing of the mounts allow for stable seating in the backrest without the need for structural modifications.

The used nature of the product makes it a reasonable choice for post-accident repairs, filling gaps after disassembly, or during gradual interior restoration when the priority is to maintain original BMW components at controlled costs.

Application in interior restoration and visual tuning

Replacing the rear seat headrest with an original beige leather component is a simple way to visually refresh the cabin, especially in units where the previous element has become worn or damaged. This type of component fits well into both classic restoration and light visual tuning projects focused on improving interior aesthetics while maintaining OEM standards.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door and panel area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as upholstery panels, leather inserts, or side trims, check out the available parts in the BMW door upholstery category.

For inspiration on broader visual and mechanical projects, including the use of dismantled parts, it is worth checking out the guide on Seat tuning – you can find it in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled components, which shows how to consciously select used OEM components.