BMW 3 E46 1 Saloon Coupe Rear Seat Headrest Leather Montana Light Beige

BMW 3 E46 1 Saloon Coupe Rear Seat Headrest Leather Montana Light Beige is an original interior component designed for installation on the rear seat of the 3 Series E46 models. Crafted from natural leather in a light beige shade, it ensures color consistency of the upholstery and restores the factory look of the interior. It is a practical solution when replacing a damaged headrest or completing a missing element of the rear seat.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8225848-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8225848
• Substitutable numbers: 52208225848, 8225848
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Beige
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and compatibility with BMW 3 E46

The presented headrest is designed for the rear seat of the BMW 3 Series E46 generation in sedan and coupé versions. The construction is based on the factory shape and mounting spacing, which facilitates installation in the original backrest guides. As a result, the component maintains the correct geometry relative to the backrest and seat, and once installed, it forms a cohesive line with the other headrests.

Head support in the rear part of the cabin is important for both the comfort and safety of passengers. A properly selected headrest limits excessive head movement during sudden braking while improving seating ergonomics during longer journeys.

Material and color – Montana leather light beige

The upholstery used is Montana leather in light beige, characteristic of higher trim levels of the BMW E46. The material structure is smooth with a delicate grain, which makes the surface easy to keep clean and blends well with factory door panels and the dashboard in light color configurations.

The neutral beige shade allows for aesthetic matching with standard leather seats in the same color, as well as interiors combining light upholstery with dark cockpit elements. Replacing a single headrest with a model in the same color helps avoid tonal differences and maintains a consistent look for the entire rear seat.

Placement on the vehicle and functionality

The component is intended for installation in the rear part of the passenger cabin. The headrest design allows it to be seated in the standard backrest guides, ensuring stable head support. By maintaining the factory profile, the headrest does not restrict rear visibility more than the original equipment, while simultaneously improving the travel comfort of rear-seat passengers.

Replacing a worn or missing headrest with an original component from the same model line is particularly important for comprehensive interior renovation, preparing a car for sale, or restoring a vehicle to a near-factory state.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered headrest is a used part, sourced from dismantling. This means it retains the manufacturer's original specifications while offering an attractive cost-to-quality ratio. Such components are often chosen for interior repairs where matching the material, color, and shape to other cabin components is crucial.

Choosing a used OEM headrest allows for cost savings compared to new parts while maintaining the stylistic consistency of the interior, which is significant for both aesthetic and functional reasons.

How to choose the right part for your BMW

When selecting a rear seat headrest for a BMW E46, it is worth paying attention to the body type (sedan or coupé), the type of upholstery, and the interior color. It is helpful to compare the shape and stitching with existing headrests and verify compatibility with the car's equipment. In case of doubt, a good point of reference is the interior configuration from the VIN, which allows you to confirm the car's original specification.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional headrests, supports, or complementary backrest modules, check the available parts in the Other BMW seat parts category.

More about choosing original, replacement, and used parts

When deciding to use a used component, it is worth knowing the differences between OEM parts, replacements, and components from dismantling – both in terms of costs and fitment for a specific model. A detailed comparison of these solutions, along with a discussion on selection by catalog numbers and VIN, can be found in the article: Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?.