Boot Lid Hinge Mini Countryman R60 Rear Trunk Lid Hinge Left N/S Pure Red - B16

Boot Lid Hinge Mini Countryman R60 Rear Trunk Lid Hinge Left N/S Pure Red - B16 is an original body component from the Boot lids and rear parts category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle's rear. The hinge ensures stable operation of the boot lid, maintaining correct geometry and secure closing. The Pure Red – B16 color version allows for aesthetic matching with the factory body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9806460-PRE
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9806460
• Substitutable numbers: 51249806460, 9806460, 9801721, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Pure Red - B16
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the boot lid hinge

The presented hinge is dedicated to the rear left side of the boot lid in the Mini Countryman R60 model. It is responsible for precise guidance of the lid during opening and closing, transferring loads to the body structure and minimizing the risk of sheet metal deformation.

Thanks to its factory design, the component maintains the proper rigidity of the connection, which reduces play, squeaking, and uneven closing. This is particularly important during frequent use of the boot, where the hinge operates across a wide range of angles and is exposed to variable loads.

Pure Red – B16 color and visual matching

The hinge is finished in Pure Red – B16, which facilitates integration with bodywork painted in the same shade. In many cases, this allows for reducing or completely eliminating the need for additional painting, speeding up the repair process and lowering its cost.

Color matching is not only important for aesthetics but also for practical reasons – avoiding interference with the original paint coating reduces the risk of shade differences and potential issues with the durability of a new paint layer.

Installation and operational characteristics

The boot lid hinge has been designed as a structural component that works with the factory mounting points in the Mini body. As a result, installation is straightforward, without the need for body modifications or the use of non-factory solutions.

• Designed for the rear left side of the vehicle to ensure proper orientation of the component.
• Construction adapted to work with the Mini Countryman R60 boot lid.
• Stable guidance of the lid throughout the full range of opening.

Such structural fit translates into predictable lid behavior, even distribution of forces, and less strain on other system components, such as gas struts or mounting points in the body shell.

Used condition and benefits of choosing OE parts

The component comes from disassembly and is offered as a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining factory quality. The original Mini hinge retains the geometry consistent with the manufacturer's design, which promotes proper alignment of the lid with the body line.

Choosing an original part from the Boot lids and rear parts category helps reduce the risk of problems with adjustment, leaks, or accelerated wear of mating components. This solution is particularly recommended for accident repairs and when replacing worn hinges, where maintaining factory operating parameters is crucial.

Repair expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as lid mounts, brackets, or additional structural elements, check out the available parts in the Mini Boot lids and rear parts category.

When selecting used body components, it is worth paying attention to the operation of the hinges, the range of adjustment, and the general condition of mating parts. Additional tips on assessing the condition of used parts and their impact on vehicle operation can be found in the article: Standard vs. sports suspension – design differences and is it worth buying used suspension parts?.