Genuine BMW E34 Manual Gear Shift Boot Black – 25111221217

Original used BMW black gear-shift boot for selected E34 5 Series models with a manual transmission.

The boot mounts in the centre console and covers the opening around the gear lever. It is supplied with the original integrated plastic retaining frame, allowing the assembly to clip into the centre console.

This is the black imitation-leather version with a textile backing. The corresponding BMW catalogue number is 25111221217.

This original BMW component is in good used condition and is becoming increasingly difficult to find with the retaining frame still attached.

Product details

• Product: Manual gear-shift boot
• Alternative description: Gear lever gaiter
• Manufacturer: Genuine BMW
• Vehicle series: BMW E34 5 Series
• Transmission: Manual
• BMW part number: 25111221217
• Formatted BMW number: 25 11 1 221 217
• Short reference number: 1221217
• Colour: Black / Schwarz
• Material: Imitation leather with textile backing
• Retaining frame: Included
• Position: Centre console
• Condition: Used – good
• Quantity: One

Vehicle compatibility

Suitable for selected manual-transmission BMW E34 models, depending on production date and interior specification, including:

BMW E34 5 Series

• BMW 518i
• BMW 520i
• BMW 525i
• BMW 525ix
• BMW 525td
• BMW 525tds
• BMW 530i
• Selected additional E34 manual-transmission versions using the same gear-shift boot and retaining frame

This gear-shift boot is not suitable for vehicles with an automatic transmission.

BMW supplied several gear-shift boots in different materials, colours and upholstery specifications. Leather, Walk-Nappa and Bison-leather versions may use different BMW part numbers despite having a similar shape.

Always compare the BMW part number, retaining-frame shape, mounting tabs, colour and dimensions with the original component before ordering.

BMW part numbers

• 25111221217 – Black imitation-leather gear-shift boot
• 25 11 1 221 217 – Formatted BMW catalogue number
• 1221217 – Short BMW reference number

No moulded or printed BMW part number is clearly visible in the supplied photographs. Identification is based on the shape, construction, textile-backed material and integrated E34-style retaining frame.

Vehicle compatibility should therefore be verified using the original part, vehicle identification number and BMW parts catalogue before ordering.

Condition

This is an original used BMW component in good condition, with normal age- and use-related wear, including:

• Light creasing in the imitation leather
• Minor surface marks
• Light dirt and storage marks
• Minor wear around the gear-lever opening
• Age-related marks on the plastic retaining frame
• Light discolouration on the textile backing

No obvious tears are visible in the supplied photographs. The stitching and upper gear-lever opening appear intact.

The original plastic retaining frame is attached. Inspect all retaining tabs carefully before installation, as older plastic can become brittle with age.

Included

• One original BMW black manual gear-shift boot
• Original integrated plastic retaining frame
• Supplied exactly as shown in the photographs

The gear knob, gear lever, centre-console trim, mounting hardware and other interior components are not included.

Installation recommendation

Before installation:

• Clean the imitation-leather surface carefully
• Inspect the stitching and upper opening
• Check the plastic frame and retaining tabs for damage
• Compare the frame shape with the original component
• Ensure the boot is positioned correctly and is not twisted
• Carefully press the retaining frame into the centre-console opening

Avoid excessive force during installation, as the original plastic retaining frame may have become brittle with age.

Installation should preferably be carried out by someone familiar with BMW E34 interior components.