Mini Cooper One R50 Rear Seat Backrest Cover Left N/S Cloth Leather Kaleido

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mini Cooper One R50 Rear Seat Backrest Cover Left N/S Cloth Leather Kaleido is a factory-original component from the Seats and benches group, designed for the rear left section of the interior. The backrest, featuring a black partial leather finish, helps maintain a consistent cabin look while providing solid back support for passengers. This is an ideal solution for users looking to restore the full functionality of the rear seat while preserving the original character of their Mini.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7051325
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7051325
• Substitutable numbers: 7051325, 52207051325
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The backrest is designed for installation in the rear left section of the seat in the Mini Cooper R50 model. Its placement in the rear seat area ensures it works seamlessly with the factory seat base and mounts, maintaining the ergonomics and geometry specified by the manufacturer. Consequently, after replacement, the correct alignment of the backrest relative to the floor and bodywork is maintained, which is important for both passenger comfort and safety.

Construction, material, and color

The presented backrest belongs to the Seats and benches group and is manufactured in a partial leather configuration. This type of finish combines the durability of a leather surface with the practical properties of other upholstery materials, facilitating daily use and cleaning. The black color of the upholstery allows for easy matching with most factory Mini interior configurations, minimizing the visibility of typical wear and tear.

The backrest is a structural element of the rear seat – it is responsible for stable back support and proper load distribution on the body mounts. The use of original geometry ensures compatibility with standard seat belts and their mounting points.

Functional characteristics and installation benefits

As an item from the Seats and benches category, the backrest directly impacts the travel comfort of rear-seat passengers. The partial leather finish provides a pleasant-to-touch material in contact zones while maintaining appropriate structural rigidity. Installing an original backrest in place of a worn or damaged one allows you to:

• restore the full folding and usage functionality of the rear seat,
• maintain a consistent interior look without the need to replace the entire seat set,
• preserve factory mounting points and the ergonomics intended by the manufacturer.

The used condition means the part has been removed from a vehicle, which is a cost-effective solution for those seeking original components at a reasonable price while maintaining compliance with factory specifications.

Installation tips and use in interior restoration

Replacing the rear seat backrest in a Mini Cooper R50 is a typical step in interior restoration or modernization, especially in heavily used vehicles. Using an original black backrest helps minimize differences in shades and textures between individual upholstery elements. During installation, it is recommended to check the condition of hinges, latches, and folding mechanisms to fully utilize the potential of the newly installed part.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear seat area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat bases, or headrests, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

Interior expansion and additional materials

When designing a more comfortable Mini interior, it is worth looking more broadly at seat configuration, passenger seating ergonomics, and the visual consistency of all upholstery elements. Practical tips on selecting seats, backrests, and other cabin components may be helpful – you can find them in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which discusses issues such as compatibility, selection, and installation of used equipment elements.

If your Mini belongs to the youngtimer group and you are planning a wider restoration, inspiration on using used components to refresh your car can be found in the guide The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from 1998–2012, which describes various modernization scenarios using original interior elements.