BMW Mini Cooper R50 Front Left Sport Seat N/S Backrest Squab Cloth Tartan Red

BMW Mini Cooper R50 Front Left Sport Seat N/S Backrest Squab Cloth Tartan Red is an original interior component designed for dynamic driving and precise driver support. Its sporty profile, characteristic fabric upholstery, and distinctive red color scheme allow you to restore the factory character of the cabin or carry out a cohesive interior upgrade for your Mini. This is a solution for users who expect good lateral support and an aesthetic finish consistent with the R50 model line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7072997
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7072997
• Substitutable numbers: 52107072997, 7072997
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: Red
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mini Cooper R50

The presented seat is designed as a front-row component for the driver's side in the Mini Cooper R50. The placement in the vehicle is factory-specified as the front left side, ensuring proper fitment to the rails, mounting points, and cabin geometry of this model. As a result, the seat maintains compatibility with the original ergonomics of the driver's station, including the dashboard line and center console.

Sport backrest construction and ergonomics

The squab-type backrest features a distinctly sporty profile that promotes a stable position behind the wheel during daily driving and more dynamic maneuvers. The applied sports construction provides:

• increased lateral support in the torso area,
• consistent contouring of the lumbar section,
• a comfortable backrest surface for longer journeys.

Such a solution helps reduce driver fatigue and improves vehicle control, especially in corners, where stable body support is crucial for driving precision.

Tartan fabric upholstery and red finish

The seat is finished with fabric upholstery in a tartan pattern, maintained in an intense red characteristic of sporty Mini variants. The material used provides:

• good grip of clothing to the seat and backrest,
• proper air circulation compared to smooth surfaces,
• a consistent, factory-look interior in line with the Mini Cooper R50 styling line.

The red color of the upholstery emphasizes the dynamic character of the car while allowing for easy matching of other interior elements – door panels, dashboard, or center console – to the sporty color composition.

Performance characteristics of a used seat

The seat comes from disassembly, meaning it is a used component that retains the original construction and geometry intended by the manufacturer. This type of component is particularly attractive in situations where:

• it is necessary to replace a damaged driver's seat after a collision or due to wear and tear,
• you are planning to switch from a standard seat to a sports version within the same model,
• you want to restore interior consistency after a partial cabin renovation.

Using an original seat from disassembly allows you to maintain compatibility with factory mounting points and avoid structural modifications, which is important from both a safety perspective and for future technical inspections.

Interior integration and seat zone expansion

Replacing the driver's seat with a sports model featuring red tartan fabric is often the first step toward a broader modernization of the seating area in a Mini. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as passenger backrests, rear seats, or additional bench segments, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and Benches category.

To better plan your cabin modernization and assess the impact of seat replacement on driving comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle, it is worth reading the guide describing the practical effects of such changes – you will find a detailed discussion in the article Interior Metamorphosis: How branded seats from disassembly will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.

Technical summary and installation benefits

BMW Mini Cooper R50 Front Left Sport Seat N/S Backrest Cloth Tartan Red is a solution for drivers who want to maintain the original character of the car while improving body support and cabin aesthetics. The sporty squab-type backrest, fabric upholstery, and dedicated driver-side placement ensure compatibility with the vehicle's construction and daily comfort. Choosing an original used seat allows you to combine functionality, stylistic consistency, and reasonable costs for repairing or upgrading your Mini's interior.