1997-2000 BMW 5 Series Rear Interior Trim

Also known as

Rear Speaker Grille

Rear Speaker Cover

Parcel Shelf Speaker Mesh

Deck Shelf Speaker Cover

Rear Audio Grille

What this part does

This mesh component protects the audio speakers mounted on the rear parcel shelf from dust, debris, and direct sunlight. It sits flush against the rear interior deck behind the back seats. The grille allows sound frequencies to pass through into the cabin without distortion while concealing the raw speaker hardware. When the plastic structure cracks or the mesh is missing, the underlying speaker cones become exposed to physical damage and rapid UV degradation from the rear window.

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Before you order

Verify the interior trim color of your vehicle before purchasing, as BMW produced these grilles in specific shades like Sand Beige, Grey, and Black to match the factory parcel shelf. The mounting tabs on the underside of these covers become highly brittle over decades of sun exposure; ensure the mounting slots on your parcel shelf are clear of broken plastic from the previous cover before pressing this replacement into place. Standard audio systems and premium DSP (Digital Signal Processing) packages occasionally utilize different deck lid configurations, so compare the shape of this grille to your original unit.