BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 3 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Pure Silver Metallic - 900

BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 3 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Pure Silver Metallic is an original body component from the Boot lids and tailgates category, designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory Pure Silver Metallic - 900 color, the tailgate allows for an aesthetically and technically correct replacement of a damaged part without interfering with the vehicle's body geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7139735-PS3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7139735
• Substitutable numbers: 41627139735, 7139735, 41627037435, 41007067826, 7037435, 7067826
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Pure Silver Metallic - 900
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for MINI

The presented boot lid has been designed specifically for MINI R50/R53 series models, taking into account the characteristic construction of the rear body section. Its placement in the rear area of the body ensures full compatibility with factory mounting points for hinges, the lock, and equipment mounted on the tailgate.

Its original Mini brand origin promotes proper alignment with the roofline, fenders, and bumper, which reduces the need for additional bodywork and facilitates the maintenance of factory panel gaps.

Pure Silver Metallic – 900 color and visual aspect

The tailgate is finished in the factory Pure Silver Metallic - 900 color, characteristic of many MINI R50/R53 units. The use of the original metallic paint coating allows for consistent matching with the existing bodywork, especially for vehicles maintaining the factory color palette.

For users planning post-accident repairs or refreshing the rear of the body, using a tailgate in this color limits the scope of painting to potential spot repairs, which can translate into savings in time and service costs.

Characteristics of the used component

The tailgate comes from the secondary market, which means it is a used part that retains its structural functionality. This type of part is a beneficial solution for repairs where it is crucial to combine a reasonable budget with maintaining the original body geometry and compatibility with factory components.

Choosing a used boot lid is particularly important for structural rear repairs, where dimensional compliance, correct positioning within the boot opening, and the ability to easily mount equipment such as the lock, actuators, or license plate lighting are essential.

Benefits of using an original tailgate

Using an original tailgate in a MINI R50/R53 brings a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of the factory geometry of the rear body section,
• easier adjustment of gaps and character lines relative to adjacent elements,
• compatibility with factory equipment mounting points,
• visual consistency thanks to the original metallic color.

For body and paint shops as well as individual users, this means faster assembly, less fitting work, and greater predictability of the final result after the repair is completed.

Expanding the repair of the MINI rear body section

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 tailgates, rear panels, or supplementary boot lid components, check the available parts in the Mini Boot lids and tailgates category.

If you are interested in a broader approach to vehicle modification, including improving the performance characteristics of the exhaust system in MINI and other premium brands, it is worth checking out advice on selecting components – you can find practical tips in the article Performance exhaust system: used manifolds and sports catalytic converters on the road.

Summary

BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 3 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Pure Silver Metallic is a functional, original body component designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, allowing for a technically correct repair or replacement of a damaged boot lid. The factory metallic color and fitment for the MINI R50/R53 series construction promote maintaining a consistent look for the car and limiting the scope of additional paint work.