Mini Cooper R55 R56 Front Seat Left Right N/O/S Leather Headrest Polar Beige

Mini Cooper R55 R56 Front Seat Left Right N/O/S Leather Headrest Polar Beige is an original interior component designed for installation on either the driver or passenger side. Featuring genuine leather upholstery in an elegant beige shade, it provides a seamless match to the factory interior and allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of a worn-out headrest.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7270457
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7270457
• Substitutable numbers: 52107270457, 7270457, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Beige
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and compatibility

The presented headrest is designed for the front seats of Mini Cooper R55/R56 generation models, with the ability to be mounted on both the left and right sides. The construction is based on the factory mounting standard, which facilitates fitting into the original seat back guides and allows for maintaining the standard seat ergonomics.

Material and color scheme

The upholstery is made of durable leather, ensuring a pleasant-to-the-touch yet wear-resistant finishing material. The Polar Beige shade harmonizes with light Mini interior configurations, allowing for a consistent stylistic line in the cabin. The leather surface also makes it easy to keep clean – the headrest can be cleaned with standard automotive leather care products.

Function and user comfort

The headrest plays a key role in supporting the cervical spine, improving driving comfort during long trips and daily use. Its properly contoured shape helps stabilize the head, which contributes to a more natural position behind the wheel or in the passenger seat. Replacing a worn element with an original leather headrest restores the seat's original functional properties and improves the overall aesthetics of the interior.

Installation characteristics

As an item in the Headrests category, the product is intended for installation in the front part of the cabin, in the existing seat back guide sockets. The design is based on the standard Mini solution, which facilitates trouble-free replacement of the factory headrest without the need for seat modifications. Before installation, it is recommended to verify the compatibility of the shape and mounting spacing with the currently installed element.

Condition and service application

The item comes from the secondary market, making it a practical choice for service replacement of a single headrest or for partial interior restoration. This type of component is particularly useful when it is necessary to replace a damaged, soiled, or incomplete headrest while maintaining the original character of the Mini cabin.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front seating area in your Mini and need other items from the same group, such as additional headrests, supplementary supports, or compatible backrest modules, check the available parts in the Mini Headrests category.

If you are considering broader interior tuning and want to better plan the selection of seats and other cabin equipment from the secondary market, the guide article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses the practical aspects of using used seats and steering wheels, may be helpful.