Mini R52 Cabrio Tailgate Boot Lid Hatch Hinge Left N/S British Green - 895

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini R52 Cabrio Tailgate Boot Lid Hatch Hinge Left N/S British Green is an original body component from the Gas springs, locks, hinges and other parts category, designed for the left side of the tailgate in a Mini convertible. Finished in the factory British Racing Green Metallic - 895 / A67 color, it ensures visual consistency of the bodywork as well as proper guidance and support for the tailgate.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7111441-BRG
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7144001
• Substitutable numbers: 41627144001, 7144001, 7111441
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: British Racing Green Metallic - 895 / A67
• Category: Lift Supports, Latches, Hinges & Additional Parts

Purpose and function of the tailgate hinge

The presented hinge operates at the rear of the body, on the left side of the tailgate in the Mini R52 Cabrio model. It is responsible for stable guidance of the tailgate during opening and closing, proper load transfer, and maintaining the correct mounting geometry. Thanks to a design compliant with Mini factory standards, the component works in harmony with the original gas springs, locks, and other hinges in the vehicle.

Color and paint matching

The hinge is factory-painted in the British Racing Green Metallic - 895 / A67 shade, characteristic of many Mini units in the British Racing Green version. This allows for reducing or completely eliminating the need for additional painting when replacing the component in a car with the same color code. For users who care about the visual consistency of the bodywork, this is a practical and economical solution that facilitates maintaining the car's original character.

Mounting parameters and compatibility

The hinge has been designed as an OEM Mini part, which means a perfect fit to the factory mounting points in the body and the tailgate. The placement on the left side eliminates the risk of assembly errors and ensures proper cooperation with the right hinge and the opening mechanism. The design intended for the R52 convertible takes into account the specific structure of the rear body in the Cabrio version, including the different tailgate line and the way the mechanisms are routed.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered hinge comes from dismantling, making it a reasonable choice for post-accident or maintenance repairs where maintaining original geometry and build quality at controlled costs is important. A used OEM component usually fits better into existing body panel gaps than replacements with uncertain dimensional tolerances, which is significant for smooth tailgate operation and even panel gaps.

Application in Mini restoration and repairs

Replacing the tailgate hinge is recommended in the case of deformation after a collision, mechanical wear, corrosion, or problems with the tailgate closing properly. Using an original hinge in the correct color facilitates:

• restoring the correct operation of the opening and closing mechanism,
• maintaining the proper alignment of the tailgate relative to the fenders and bumper,
• reducing additional paint work when the paint code matches,
• maintaining a consistent appearance of the rear body section.

Related parts and expanding knowledge about Mini

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, tailgate locks, or mounting brackets, check the available parts in the Gas springs, locks, hinges and other Mini parts category.

To better understand the structural differences between the classic Mini and modern models, as well as the importance of using original components for body and tailgate mechanism repairs, it is worth reading the article Classic Mini vs modern MINI – how the construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character.