Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 Sport Seat Leather Beige Front Left N/S

Mini Cooper One R55 R56 R57 Sport Seat Leather Beige Front Left N/S is an original item from the Seats and Benches category, designed for drivers who expect significantly better support and interior aesthetics. The leather upholstery in a beige shade gives the cabin an elegant, bright character, while the sporty profile of the seat improves body stabilization while driving.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7229569-3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7229569
• Substitutable numbers: 52107229569, 7229569, 52109165431, 9165431, 52102753483, 2753483
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Beige
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility with Mini

The presented seat is designed for the front left side, which means it serves as the driver's seat in Mini Cooper One R55, R56, and R57 series models. The design is based on factory Mini mounting points, ensuring the correct position relative to the steering wheel, pedals, and seat belts, making installation orderly and predictable.

Its original Mini origin helps maintain consistent seat geometry, proper seating height, and compatibility with factory interior elements such as the center console or door panels.

Construction, material, and ergonomics

The seat features beige leather upholstery, which enhances the visual quality of the cabin and makes the surface easier to keep clean compared to classic fabric. The light shade visually enlarges the interior and complements both dark and light dashboard panels well.

The sporty profile of the seat and backrest provides more pronounced lateral support compared to standard seats, which improves the driver's stability in corners. Ergonomically contoured thigh and back support zones promote a more comfortable position behind the wheel during daily use and longer trips.

Use in interior upgrades

Replacing a stock seat with a sporty leather seat is a practical way to technically and visually upgrade a Mini interior. This type of salvaged part allows you to:

• achieve a more dynamic cabin character without interfering with the body structure,
• improve support comfort during highway and city driving,
• maintain stylistic consistency with other Mini equipment elements.

For users planning a gradual interior rebuild, installing a single driver's seat can be the first stage before potentially replacing the remaining seats.

Characteristics of a used product

The seat comes from a used vehicle, which means it may show signs of normal wear typical for interior components. At the same time, it retains its structural functionality, making it suitable for further use after proper installation. With proper care, the leather surface allows for continued use while maintaining an aesthetic appearance.

Configuration expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mini and need other items from the same group, such as passenger seats, rear benches, or additional backrest modules, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and Benches category.

To better plan your cabin upgrade, it is worth reading a guide describing the impact of branded salvaged seats on comfort and vehicle value – you can find a detailed discussion in the article Interior Metamorphosis: How branded salvaged seats will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.

For those interested in the broader context of Mini model development and the importance of original interior components in preserving the car's character, material comparing generations may also be helpful – you can find more information in the post Classic Mini vs modern MINI – how the construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character.