2006-2013 BMW 3-SERIES E9X ARMREST

BMW 3-Series (E92) Alcantara Armrest

Custom-made Alcantara armrest built on an OEM core for 2006–2013 BMW 3-Series coupe (E92). Direct replacement for the factory center armrest—keeps all stock hinges, latch, and storage function while upgrading the finish for a refined, OEM+ look.

Part Numbers

Common OEM center armrest lids used across E9X (E90/E91/E92/E93). Color/trim varies by part number; all are front center console armrests unless noted as “split.”

• 51169133804 — Center Console Armrest, Black Dakota (E90/E91/E92/E93). Source, Source, Source
• 51169133812 — Split Center Armrest, Black Dakota (slides; E90/E91/E92/E93). Source, Source, Source
• 51167901941 — Split Center Armrest, Black Extended Leather (E90/E91/E92/E93 incl. M3). Source, Source, Source
• 51169134488 — Center Console Armrest, Saddle Brown Dakota (E90/E91/E92/E93). Source, Source
• 51169134486 — Center Console Armrest, Coral Red Dakota (E90/E91/E92/E93). Source, Source
• 51169134492 — Split Center Armrest, Coral Red Dakota (E90/E92/E93). Source
• 51167147210 — Center Console Armrest, Beige Dakota (E90/E91/E92/E93). Source
• 51167147221 — Split Center Armrest, Beige Dakota (E90/E91/E92/E93). Source
• 51167155630 — Split Center Armrest, Terra/Gray Dakota (E90/E91/E92/E93). Source
• 51169133813 — Split Center Armrest, Gray Dakota (E90/E91/E92/E93). Source
• 51169134494 — Split Center Armrest, Saddle Brown Dakota (E90/E91/E92/E93). Source
• 51167137569 — Split Center Armrest, Black Sensatec (leatherette) (E90/E91/E92/E93). Source

Notes: BMW supersedes colors/finishes over time; verify by VIN in ETK/RealOEM before purchase. Listings above are shown by reputable OEM catalogs and commonly used on E92.

Compatibility with other chassis'

These E92 armrest lids share fitment with the rest of the E9X platform. Most references explicitly list E90 sedan, E91 wagon, E92 coupe, and E93 convertible—including M3—using the same mounting and hinge geometry. Examples: Turner (51167901941) fits E90/E92/E93; ECS/FCP listings for 51169133812 and 51169133804 show E90/E91/E92/E93 coverage. Source, Source, Source.

Custom Alcantara, Forged Carbon Fiber, Carbon Fiber, Nappa Leather

Built as an OEM direct-replacement: we re-finish genuine lids (or OEM-spec cores) in your chosen material—Alcantara, forged carbon fiber, 2x2 carbon twill, or Nappa leather—with stitch color to match your interior. No coding or hardware changes required; your hinge, latch, storage bin, and sliding (split) function remain intact.

Installation tools needed

• Trim removal tools (plastic pry set)
• T20 Torx driver (for hinge screws on some variants)
• Small flathead screwdriver (release tabs)
• Microfiber towels & isopropyl alcohol (clean contact areas)

OEM+ parts, Direct swap of OEM parts

This product is manufactured or re-trimmed on an OEM-fit armrest lid for true plug-and-play installation. Core exchange available on request.