BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Dashboard Dash Glove Box Passenger Side Cream Beige

Description

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Dashboard Dash Glove Box Passenger Side Cream Beige is an original interior component designed for installation on the front passenger side. Thanks to its factory-standard BMW construction, it ensures a seamless fit with the dashboard, maintaining the aesthetics and ergonomics characteristic of the facelifted 5 Series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-6985280
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6985280
• Substitutable numbers: 51167063516, 7063516, 51166985280, 6985280
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Beige
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 Series E60/E61 LCI

The presented glove box is a component designed for the facelifted (LCI) BMW 5 Series E60/E61 models, mounted in the front part of the cabin on the passenger side. The design, based on factory BMW solutions, guarantees:

• proper fitment with the facelifted dashboard,
• preservation of the original interior styling lines,
• compatibility with factory mounting points and the glove box lock.

As a result, this glove box is suitable both as a replacement part after damage and for completing the interior after a conversion or post-accident repair.

Color scheme and interior finish

The component is finished in a beige shade, matching the light interior configurations used in the BMW 5 Series. This color scheme allows for:

• maintaining a uniform tone of the dashboard and the lower part of the cockpit,
• aesthetic integration with beige seat upholstery and door panels,
• minimizing color contrasts when replacing only the glove box.

Selecting the correct shade is crucial for interior repairs, which is why this glove box model is particularly useful for precise cabin restoration.

Utility function and glove box construction

The passenger glove box serves as a practical storage space for documents, owner’s manuals, and small accessories. As a part from the Glove boxes, doors, and locks category, it has been designed to:

• provide convenient access for the passenger thanks to properly contoured doors,
• maintain a stable closure via an integrated lock,
• operate reliably during repeated opening and closing.

The solutions applied by BMW in this part of the dashboard help maintain order in the cabin and improve the vehicle’s daily functionality.

Condition, origin, and service application

The offered glove box is a used component, sourced from the dismantling of an original BMW. This type of part is particularly valuable in situations where maintaining the factory character of the interior is a priority, without the need to resort to replacements with different textures or shades. In workshop practice, such a component is effective for:

• repairs after collisions involving the dashboard,
• replacing damaged glove box doors or locking mechanisms,
• completing the interior after conversions or dashboard swaps.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, installation is predictable, and the risk of fitment issues is minimized.

Support in part selection and additional resources

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the dashboard area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional storage compartments, doors, or locks, check out the available parts in the BMW glove boxes, doors, and locks category.

When selecting dismantled parts, it is worth consciously comparing them with refurbished parts – you will find practical tips in the article “Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?”, which discusses the advantages of using original used components in BMW repairs.