I just bought an 04 530i that has some ware on some interior pieces.. one of them being the front passenger door window switch panel. I've tried searching for this on the internet but I can't find anything online about replacing this panel (pic attached) or even the option to buy a new one. maybe I'm just not asking google the right question?
It has some ware on the rear driver side door too but the front passenger door has the most. Can someone help me out..with a part number? how to replace? or maybe how to refurbish it? Cheers!

 

The window switch is part of the plastic panel, you need to remove the door liner to remove it.

You repaint it after you remove it from the panel

 

i'd paint it, or try and strip all the old paint off and leave the bare plastic as is.

 

As far as getting new you can look it up at realoem. Some of the sites sponsors might sell it, one of my favorites is online at bmw of south Atlanta.

 

Thanks for the responses guys! I'm thinking the best, and easiest, solution is to first try strip the old paint off and leave the bare plastic. But how can I do that without damaging the bare plastic? because I really have to scrub to get the old paint off.

 

Check the for sale thread by member West, he's selling those from his car.

 

I assume you want piece number 1 in this picture. I guessed your build date. The outer surface of that part has a layer of "soft touch" that gets rubbed off over time.

Window lifter switch, passenger's side | BMW 5' E60 530i M54 USA

Here is a site that sells it:
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/61316951958/ES167558/

 

Go to www.bavsound.com to download instructions for removing the door panels.

I'm considering getting a carbon fiber vinyl decal to cover up the blemishes in lieu of outright replacement or painting the parts.