Mini Cooper 5 R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 Door Front Left N/S Dark Silver Metallic 871

Listing details and visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

Mini Cooper 5 R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 Door Front Left N/S Dark Silver Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the driver's side of Mini R56 series models. Finished in the factory Dark Silver Metallic - 871 color, it provides a consistent solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the vehicle to OEM specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2755935-DS5
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2755935
• Substitutable numbers: 41002755935, 2755935, 41002754841, 2754841, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Dark Silver Metallic - 871
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented door belongs to the Doors and door panels category and is designed for installation on the front left side of the Mini Cooper R56 body. The driver-side placement ensures proper fitment with factory hinges, the door lock, and the sill and fender lines, which facilitates precise gap adjustment and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

The component comes from a Mini vehicle, ensuring it retains the original geometry, characteristic body lines, and compatibility with factory seals, glass, and fittings. This is a particularly beneficial solution for repairs where maintaining the original structural rigidity and body aesthetics is a priority.

Color and paint layer

The door is finished in Dark Silver Metallic - 871, which helps limit the scope of paintwork required when repairing a car in the same shade. The metallic coating provides the light play characteristic of Mini on the body lines, while simultaneously making it easier to visually match the remaining body panels.

In practice, this means the component can be used both as a base for a full repaint or as a part that can be color-matched through local blending of adjacent panels. This is a cost-effective solution for repairs where a balance between budget and visual effect is important.

Structural characteristics

The front left door for the Mini Cooper R56 is a load-bearing element of the side body, responsible for:

• proper guidance of the window and lifting mechanism,
• stable mounting of hinges to the A-pillar,
• secure seating of the lock and striker in the sill area,
• maintaining the factory body line within the fender and sill area.

This type of OEM component is particularly valued in repairs where maintaining proper body geometry, minimizing stress, and ensuring correct door closure without the need for time-consuming adjustments is crucial.

Application in repairs and restorations

The used front left door for the Mini Cooper R56 is suitable for many service scenarios, such as:

• repairs after side collisions in the door area,
• replacing the component due to corrosion or mechanical damage,
• restoration projects where preserving original Mini body panels is a priority.

Thanks to its factory origin and the preservation of the correct body shape, the component facilitates restoring the vehicle to a state close to the manufacturer's original specification, which is significant for both utility and potential resale value.

Expanding the scope of repairs and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or complete door shells, check out the available parts in the Mini Doors and door panels category.

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Summary

Mini Cooper 5 R55 R56 R57 R58 R59 Door Front Left N/S Dark Silver Metallic is a practical solution for workshops and users who want to technically and correctly restore the driver's side of the body. The original construction, fitment for Mini, and factory Dark Silver Metallic - 871 color facilitate efficient body and paint repairs while maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance.