BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 5 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Pure Silver Metallic - 900

BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Pure Silver Metallic is an original body component designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory Pure Silver Metallic - 900 paint finish, it ensures a consistent look with the remaining body panels and facilitates color matching. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork and paint corrections, and restoring the car to its aesthetic, factory-standard appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7139735-PS5
• 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: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Application and fitment for Mini Cooper R50/R53

The presented boot lid is designed for Mini Cooper R50 and R53 models, where it is responsible for closing the cargo space and maintaining the correct geometry of the rear bodywork. Its placement in the rear zone of the vehicle makes this component significant for both luggage protection and the structural rigidity of the rear section.

Its original Mini origin ensures precise fitment with hinges, locks, seals, and other body panels. As a result, installation is predictable, without the need for edge adjustments or geometry corrections.

Technical characteristics and Pure Silver Metallic color

The boot lid features a factory Pure Silver Metallic - 900 finish, characteristic of many Mini Cooper configurations. This metallic shade allows for aesthetic integration of the component into the body line, and with the appropriate painting technology, it reduces the scope of additional renovation work.

As part of the rear body structure, the lid works in conjunction with the lighting, cargo area sealing, and the locking mechanism. Proper alignment and adjustment after installation allow for even gaps, correct closing, and adequate protection against water and contaminants.

Condition of the component and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered boot lid is a used part, which in practice means a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. For many Mini users, this is an effective way to restore the car to full functionality after rear-end damage, without the need to invest in a new body component.

Choosing an original, used boot lid reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket replacements with uncertain geometry. This solution is particularly recommended for repairs where maintaining factory body lines and the proper operation of locking and sealing mechanisms is essential.

Practical installation tips

When installing the boot lid on a Mini Cooper R50/R53, it is worth paying attention to:

• correct hinge alignment and position adjustment relative to the fenders and bumper,
• checking the operation of the lock and closing force,
• the condition of seals and water drainage elements,
• verifying the electrical system if the lid contains electrical components.

Careful adjustment after installation translates into even gaps, stable closing, and reduced risk of moisture entering the cargo area.

Expanding Mini rear body repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

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