Front Seat Mini Cooper R55 R56 Sport Black Leather Left Side N/S

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Front Seat Mini Cooper R55 R56 Sport Black Leather Left Side N/S is an original interior component from the Seats and benches category, designed for drivers who expect precise support and consistency with the factory MINI styling. The sporty design, black leather upholstery, and fitment for the front left side of the vehicle create a functional and aesthetic set for cabin restoration or upgrades.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7229549-3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7229549
• Substitutable numbers: 52107229549, 52102754099, 52102756665
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The presented sports seat is designed for the front left side, meaning it has been engineered with driver ergonomics in mind for MINI models from the R55/R56 family. The seat and backrest construction provides stable body support during cornering while maintaining comfort for daily city and long-distance driving.

As an original Mini component, the seat retains the factory mounting geometry and the characteristic interior design line, which facilitates integration with other cabin components and helps maintain a cohesive cockpit look.

Material and finish

The upholstery is made of black leather, which increases wear resistance and makes the seat easier to keep clean. The leather surface works well with the factory MINI design, creating a subtle yet distinctly sporty interior.

The black color of the upholstery allows for seamless combination of the seat with various color variants of the dashboard, door panels, or center console, which is particularly important when partially replacing interior elements or gradually upgrading the cabin.

Functional characteristics of the sports seat

The sporty profile of the seat and backrest promotes body stabilization during dynamic driving, limiting lateral body movement. This allows the driver to better control the vehicle, while the driving position remains consistent and predictable.

The black leather seat performs well in both daily use and more demanding conditions, such as long trips or intensive city driving. The leather upholstery also provides a noticeably higher quality feel than standard textile materials.

Benefits of using an original Mini seat

Using an original MINI sports seat allows you to maintain the factory character of the interior without compromising on fitment or ergonomics. This solution is particularly beneficial for:

• restoring the interior after wear or damage to the factory seat,
• upgrading the cabin for a sportier character,
• maintaining visual consistency with other equipment elements.

Thanks to the retention of the original mounting structure, the seat can be integrated into the existing interior layout without the need for structural modifications to the body, which is important for both safety and future service maintenance.

Condition and use in upgrade projects

This item comes from the secondary market, making it an attractive solution for users planning a cabin upgrade on a reasonable budget while maintaining the original origin of the parts. Such components are often chosen for projects aimed at raising the cabin standard to the level of better-equipped versions.

If you want to plan your cabin rebuild more broadly, combining seats, steering wheels, and multimedia from the secondary market, it is worth checking out the guide: Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which discusses the selection, compatibility, and installation of interior equipment elements.

Expanding the seating area in a Mini

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional seats, backrests, or rear benches, check out the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

For a better understanding of the differences between individual MINI generations and the role of original interior components in preserving the car's character, the following article may also be helpful: Classic Mini vs modern MINI – how the construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character.