Mini Cooper R56 Boot Lid Trunk Grab Handle Tailgate Kite Blue - B48 7151140

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini Cooper R56 Boot Lid Trunk Grab Handle Tailgate Kite Blue is an original body component from the Boot lids and rear parts group, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The handle in the attractive Kite Blue Metallic – B48 color allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of the factory component, maintaining stylistic consistency with the Mini bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7151140-KBM
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7151140
• Substitutable numbers: 7151140, 51132754240, 2754240, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Kite Blue Metallic - B48
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the boot lid handle

The presented boot lid handle is designed for installation in the rear area of the Mini body, in the trunk lid section. It is responsible for the convenient opening and closing of the lid, while also serving as an external trim element that contributes to the cohesive appearance of the rear of the car.

Thanks to the factory fitment to the trunk lid structure, the installation is straightforward, with no need for body modifications. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged handle due to a collision, corrosion, or intensive use.

Kite Blue Metallic – B48 color scheme

The Kite Blue Metallic – B48 color is a distinctive, metallic shade of blue used in Mini models, which emphasizes the dynamic character of the body. Using the original color allows for maintaining a uniform stylistic line of the rear of the vehicle without the need for additional painting of the component.

The metallic finish provides a visually attractive effect under different light angles, which improves the overall appearance of the trunk lid. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where color consistency with the remaining body panels is crucial.

Installation characteristics and fitment

The handle is structurally prepared for operation in the rear part of the vehicle, in the immediate vicinity of the trunk lid mechanism. Proper profiling and mounting points allow for precise alignment with the lid skin and other components from the Boot lids and rear parts group.

Such fitment reduces the risk of leaks, improper closing of the lid, or unsightly gaps. In practice, this translates into stable operation of the opening mechanism and the preservation of the factory geometry of the rear body section.

Condition of the component and service application

The offered handle is a used part, which makes it a cost-effective solution for service repairs where the price-to-quality ratio is important. Using an original part from the secondary market allows for maintaining compliance with the factory Mini specification while reducing expenses compared to a new component.

This approach is particularly useful in the case of comprehensive body and paint work in the rear of the vehicle, when more than one element related to the trunk lid needs to be replaced.

Support with selection and expansion of the rear zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional handles, covers, or trims related to the trunk lid, check the available parts in the Mini boot lids and rear parts category.

For users interested in the conscious use of secondary market parts and reducing the environmental impact of repairs, it is worth reading an article describing a practical approach to eco-tuning and the use of recycled components: Eco-tuning in practice: how to increase performance while reducing your carbon footprint with recycled parts.