BMW E87 Front Seat Left N/S Leather Boston Black Interior Heated

Description

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BMW E87 Front Seat Left N/S Leather Boston Black Interior Heated is an original interior component designed for installation on the driver’s side of the 1 Series E87. With its black leather upholstery and integrated heating, it serves as a functional and aesthetic addition to the factory interior, allowing for a visually and technically consistent seat replacement. This solution is for users who expect comfort, durability, and compliance with BMW factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7251116-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7251116
• Substitutable numbers: 7251116, 52107251116, 9179076, 52109179076
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW E87

The offered seat is designed for installation on the front, left side of the cabin in the BMW 1 Series E87, which corresponds to the driver’s side in left-hand drive versions. The seat structure, rails, and mounting points are designed for the interior architecture of this model, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the correct driving position. Using an original seat from the same vehicle generation allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the cockpit and the proper operation of safety and comfort systems.

Material, color, and finish

The upholstery is made of genuine leather in the Boston Black shade, characteristic of factory BMW E87 interior configurations. The black finish blends well with both dark and lighter cockpit elements, making it easy to match with the existing interior configuration. The leather surface provides a pleasant-to-the-touch material that, with proper care, retains its functional properties for a long time.

Seat functionality and user comfort

A key feature of this seat is the integrated heating, which significantly improves driving comfort during the autumn-winter season and on cold mornings. Heating the seat cushion and backrest allows for reaching a comfortable interior temperature faster, reducing the load on the air conditioning system and improving the driver’s well-being on both short and long trips. The seat construction was developed with ergonomics in mind – the properly contoured backrest and seat support a correct driving position, which promotes stable vehicle handling.

Application in the Seats and benches category

This item belongs to the Seats and benches category, meaning it is intended for direct replacement of an existing driver’s seat or for completing an interior after modifications. Replacing a single seat with an original, heated leather model allows for:

• restoring full functionality of the driver’s seat after mechanical damage or upholstery wear,
• increasing thermal comfort thanks to the factory heating system,
• maintaining a consistent interior look with other BMW E87 components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as passenger seats, rear benches, or headrests, check the available parts in the BMW Seats and benches category.

Benefits of installing an original leather seat

Using an original heated leather seat in a BMW E87 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Consistency with factory specifications – maintaining the original seat geometry, mountings, and integration with the vehicle’s electrical system.
• Higher driving comfort – the combination of an ergonomic shape and the heating function improves convenience during daily use.
• Premium interior aesthetics – the Boston Black leather upholstery raises the visual quality of the cabin and can positively influence the perception of the car by future buyers.

For drivers considering a broader interior upgrade, it is worth reading the advice in the article “Interior metamorphosis: How branded salvaged seats will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car”, where the impact of seat replacement on comfort and perceived vehicle value is discussed.

Selecting parts by OEM number and vehicle configuration

To correctly select a seat for a specific version of the BMW E87, it is recommended to verify compatibility with the car’s equipment (e.g., type of upholstery, presence of heating, electrical system). It is helpful to check vehicle data based on the VIN and compare the configuration with the manufacturer’s documentation. Additional tips on the safe selection of used interior components by catalog numbers and vehicle identification can be found in the guide “Guide: how to select the right car part by VIN and OEM number”, which describes the compatibility verification process step by step.