Mini R50 Front Seat Cover Left Right N/O/S Cloth Fabric Kaleido

Mini R50 Front Seat Cover Left Right N/O/S Cloth Fabric Kaleido is an original interior component designed for installation on the vehicle's front axle, on either the driver or passenger side. The seat cover, made of black Kaleido fabric, ensures a consistent visual match to the factory interior and allows for professional repair or completion of the seat without interfering with the seat structure. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the original character of the Mini cabin while optimizing service costs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7155017
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7155017
• Substitutable numbers: 7155017, 52107155017, 7073100, 52107073100
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and seat fitment

The presented seat cover is a component designed for installation in Mini front seats, with the possibility of use on both the left and right sides. By maintaining the factory seat geometry and proper load-bearing construction, the part allows for precise restoration of seat ergonomics without the need to modify mounts or the frame structure. This solution is ideal for replacing a worn or damaged seat cover when the backrest and other seat components remain in good technical condition.

Kaleido material and upholstery characteristics

The seat cover is finished with black Kaleido fabric upholstery, which ensures consistency with the original Mini R50 interior finish. The upholstery material used is a fabric that, compared to many synthetic materials, offers:

• good resistance to daily use and typical operational loads,
• thermal comfort – limited susceptibility to heating up and cooling down,
• easier maintenance when using standard fabric upholstery cleaners.

As a result, the seat cover allows you to maintain a uniform appearance of the seats after repair, without differences in texture or color between the new part and the remaining seat elements.

Function in the seating system and service application

As an item from the Other seat parts group, the seat cover plays an important role in restoring seat functionality after mechanical damage, upholstery abrasion, or foam deformation. Replacing the seat cover itself is beneficial in situations where:

• the seat structure remains functional, and only the seat cushion part is damaged,
• it is necessary to match a used seat to an existing interior configuration,
• upholstery repair of the old element would be less cost-effective than installing a complete seat cover.

This approach allows for precise repair of a specific seat area without replacing the entire seat, which is particularly important when managing a service budget.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered seat cover is a used part, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and has been verified for further installation suitability. For many Mini users, this is a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original equipment specification. A used OEM part usually fits better with existing interior wear than a new, non-factory part, which helps maintain a visually consistent cabin appearance.

Support in choosing a used part

If you are considering whether it is better to refurbish an existing seat cover or install a used part from dismantling when repairing a seat, an article discussing the differences between these approaches may be helpful. You can find more on this topic in the material Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?, where practical aspects of selecting used parts in the context of durability and cost-effectiveness are discussed.

Complementary Mini interior elements

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 seat covers, seat structural elements, or supplementary upholstery components, check the available parts in the Other Mini seat parts category.

For drivers who want to further optimize service costs while maintaining an appropriate level of quality, valuable tips on purchasing parts from the secondary market can be found in the article Rising repair costs and the boom in used parts – how to save on car service?. This will allow you to better plan your investment in the repair of seats and other Mini interior elements.