Seat Backrest Mini R55 R56 R57 Front Right O/S Sport Cover Cloth Leather White

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Seat Backrest Mini R55 R56 R57 Front Right O/S Sport Cover Cloth Leather White is a precisely contoured component from the Seats and Benches category, designed for the front right backrest in Mini vehicles. Thanks to the carefully selected foam density and white fabric upholstery, it provides stable back support and a consistent fit with the factory interior finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2753494-2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2753494
• Substitutable numbers: 52102753494, 2753494, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: White
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The presented backrest foam has been designed as a structural component for the front right seat in Mini models that utilize fabric-upholstered backrests. Its placement in the front section, on the passenger side, allows for maintaining the original seat geometry and proper back support, which is essential for both comfort and safety while driving.

This component is particularly useful when replacing a worn or deformed backrest, especially if you want to maintain the factory shape of the seat and visual consistency of the interior. Using an original Mini construction facilitates proper alignment with the seat cover and frame, without the need for modifications.

Construction, material, and color

The backrest foam is made of foam with parameters matched to standard Mini seats, which allows for even pressure distribution on the back and reduces localized fatigue during longer journeys. The outer layer of the upholstery is white fabric, allowing the element to harmonize with light interior configurations and enabling aesthetic seat restoration without visible shade differences.

The fabric upholstery promotes breathability of the backrest, which improves thermal comfort in daily use. The use of fabric also facilitates integration with other parts of the seat cover, maintaining the consistent character of the cabin typical for the Mini brand.

Performance characteristics and installation

As a secondary market component, the backrest foam is intended for reinstallation into an existing seat frame. The construction, tailored to the right front side of the vehicle, allows for the restoration of the original backrest profile, which is significant for repairs after collisions, intensive use, or localized upholstery damage.

In practice, installation involves removing the cover and the old foam, then seating the presented component onto the frame and re-stretching the material. Thanks to the preservation of the factory shape, it is possible to achieve stable back support and reduce slack and creases in the upholstery, which often appear when using replacements with incorrect geometry.

Application in interior restoration and driving comfort

Replacing the backrest foam in the passenger seat is a simple way to improve ergonomics and the visual condition of the cabin, especially in vehicles where the original filling has become compressed. Properly selected foam and fabric finish help restore seating comfort close to factory standards, which is especially noticeable on longer routes.

If you want to plan a broader modernization of the seats in your car and are wondering how dismantled parts affect ergonomics and vehicle value, it is worth checking out the guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and increase car value. You will find practical tips there regarding the selection and assembly of used seats and upholstery elements.

Expanding work within Mini seats

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or complete seat constructions, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and Benches category.