BMW E65 E66 Centre Console Oddments Tray Compartment Armrest Holder 7042555

BMW E65 E66 Center Console Storage Compartment 7042555 is an original interior part from the Dashboard category, designed for the 7 Series E65/E66 models. This practical center console storage compartment allows you to restore the factory look of your cockpit and maintain the stylistic consistency of your BMW interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7042555-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7042555
• Substitutable numbers: 7042555, 51167042555, BG
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and Function in the BMW Cockpit

The presented center console storage compartment is an original interior equipment component for the BMW 7 Series E65/E66, structurally adapted to the factory layout of the center tunnel and dashboard. Its purpose is to provide convenient space for small items and to aesthetically close the recess in the console, ensuring the entire cockpit area remains visually consistent and ergonomic.

Thanks to the preservation of original mounting geometry and panel shape, the storage compartment can be installed in place of the factory element without the need for structural modifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, completing the interior after disassembly, or restoring the car to a factory-like condition.

Construction and Fit for BMW Dashboards

The storage compartment is an integral component of the center tunnel area, working in conjunction with other elements from the Dashboard category. The design includes factory mounting points and proper edge alignment with adjacent panels, facilitating even gaps and stable seating in the cockpit.

Its original BMW origin promotes proper fitment with the dashboard, center panel, and other trim elements. As a result, after installation, typical problems known from aftermarket parts, such as material stress, difficulty closing, or unnatural edge protrusion, are avoided.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Using a Used Part

This part comes from the used BMW parts segment, allowing for a reasonable repair cost while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. In practice, this means the ability to restore the interior's functionality and appearance without investing in new components, while remaining compliant with the factory cockpit design.

Using an original center console storage compartment is particularly advantageous when you want to maintain material consistency and stylistic lines throughout the dashboard, as well as ensure the proper functioning of the storage compartment's opening and closing mechanisms.

Why Choose This BMW Center Console Storage Compartment

• Original BMW Origin – maintains factory appearance and fitment in E65/E66 models.
• Compatibility with the center tunnel and dashboard layout – installs in place of the factory element.
• A cost-effective solution by using a used part while maintaining OEM specifications.
• Ability to restore cockpit completeness and functionality after damage or missing interior parts.

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

If you are considering a broader replacement of body or interior elements with dismantled components and want to better understand how a good used part can affect the final repair outcome, check out the guide: Replacing Body Panels with Used Parts – Can Dismantled Body Parts Look Like New?