2004 BMW 330 Sedan Gray center console armrest leather suggestions

[ilyap]

For those of you who replaced an armrest where do you recommend buying one? I checked Pelican Parts but only found one in black https://www.pelicanparts.com/More_Info/51168238229.htm?pn=51-16-8-238-229-BOE&SVSVSI=306&fs=0

I noticed there are quite a few on ebay and elsewhere, but not sure of the quality.

Here's what mine looks like now

[holyc0w]

Ay caramba $270
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-bmw-parts/front-armrest-lid-grey-walknappa-leather/51167901351

I'm seeing some synthetic leather replacements out there, but don't know if anyone has tried them. It would require a bit of work to take off the old leather and get the new material on.

https://www.madhornets.com/armrest-center-console-lid-cover-leather-synthetic-98-06-bmw-e46-gray/?sku=C112-020-Gray

[ilyap]

Ay caramba $270
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-bmw-parts/front-armrest-lid-grey-walknappa-leather/51167901351

I'm seeing some synthetic leather replacements out there, but don't know if anyone has tried them. It would require a bit of work to take off the old leather and get the new material on.

https://www.madhornets.com/armrest-center-console-lid-cover-leather-synthetic-98-06-bmw-e46-gray/?sku=C112-020-Gray

Thanks ... dumb question. Is there a list of reputable websites for OEM parts or quality replacement parts? I noticed I can't find all the parts I need on any single website.

[holyc0w]

This may be a bit outdated, but it's a good start:
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1693-Links-to-get-parts/page10

FCPEuro has a lifetime warranty, so prices may be slightly higher but it can be worth it if you think you may be replacing the part again.

Some times I search by part number on google and see what stores pop up.

[PdZHP]

Keep an eye on partouts, may get lucky.

[Vas]

You can reach out to coby wheel and see if he does them in leather. I have one in alcantara and really like it.

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[ilyap]

This may be a bit outdated, but it's a good start:
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1693-Links-to-get-parts/page10

FCPEuro has a lifetime warranty, so prices may be slightly higher but it can be worth it if you think you may be replacing the part again.

Some times I search by part number on google and see what stores pop up.

Good stuff. Thank you.

[Pilot05]

I suggest you go find a good Auto upholstery place and have them match it in either leather or vinyl. Pull the armrest off an bring them just the part that needs to be reupholstered.