BMW E53 Lighter Ashtray Insert Front Center Console Ash Tray 8402967

Description

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E53 Lighter Ashtray Insert Front Center Console Ash Tray is a practical interior accessory designed for installation in the front section of the center console. It offers an aesthetic finish to the cockpit area and convenient access to the ashtray function for both the driver and passenger. By maintaining the factory geometry, it serves as a cohesive addition to the dashboard in this BMW model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8402967
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51168402967
• Substitutable numbers: 51168402967, 8402967
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and compatibility with the BMW X5 E53

The presented ashtray insert has been designed specifically for the interior of the BMW X5 E53 as an element of the center console in the front part of the cabin. The construction is consistent with the manufacturer’s original design, which translates into:

• proper fitment to the mounting opening in the console,
• seamless integration with other trim elements,
• preservation of the original ergonomics for the driver and passenger.

As a result, the ashtray insert allows for the restoration of the original appearance and functionality of the front cockpit area without the need for dashboard modifications.

Functionality within the dashboard

As an item in the Dashboards category, the ashtray insert serves both a functional and aesthetic role. It provides:

• a convenient place for ash and small waste within the driver’s reach,
• organization of the space in the center console,
• maintenance of the uniform stylistic line of the BMW interior.

This solution is particularly beneficial for users who wish to keep the vehicle interior in a configuration close to the factory standard, with full ashtray functionality in the front part of the cabin.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered ashtray insert is a used part, meaning it comes from vehicle dismantling. Such components are a popular choice for BMW interior servicing because they:

• maintain the original fitment with the dashboard and center console,
• help reduce the costs of repair or interior restoration,
• facilitate maintaining a consistent cockpit appearance relative to other elements.

This solution works well both when replacing a damaged insert and when completing missing console elements in a BMW X5 E53.

Practical application and installation in the front of the vehicle

The placement of the insert in the front cabin area ensures easy access for the driver and passenger without interfering with other dashboard components. In practice, this means:

• the possibility of installation during standard center console maintenance,
• no need for structural modifications to the cockpit,
• preservation of the functionality of other controls in this part of the interior.

Thanks to this, the ashtray insert can be used both for routine repairs and for restoring the complete equipment of the front cabin area in a BMW X5 E53.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as console panels, air vents, or gauge covers, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

For drivers interested in a wider use of dismantled components for visual and mechanical modifications, the article describing economical tuning using original components may be helpful – you can find it here: Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled components.