Mini R50 Front Left Sport Seat N/S Backrest Trim Cover Cloth Leather Red

Mini R50 Front Left Sport Seat N/S Backrest Trim Cover Cloth Leather Red is an original interior component designed for the driver's side, ideal for a professional replacement of a worn seat. The used OEM construction ensures a factory fit, while the combination of black leather and red fabric creates a distinctive, dynamic styling accent. It is a practical solution for drivers who want to refresh their Mini cabin in a functional and aesthetic way.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7130085-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7130085
• Substitutable numbers: 52107130085, 7130085
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: Red
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mini R50

The presented seat is designed as a front left-hand side component, which corresponds to the driver's position in the Mini R50. By maintaining the original geometry of the seat and backrest, the seat works with the factory floor mounting points and the standard cockpit ergonomics. This allows for maintaining the correct driving position, proper back support, and comfortable access to controls.

Construction and upholstery materials

The upholstery combines two types of finish: black leather on selected zones and red textile fabric on the remaining surfaces. The fabric used on the seat and backrest has been selected to provide stable body support and reduce sliding while driving. The contrasting color combination emphasizes the sporty character of the Mini interior, while also allowing for easy visual matching with other cabin elements.

Usage comfort and ergonomics

The seat profiling promotes a correct driving position during daily use and longer trips. Clearly defined side support zones help stabilize the silhouette in corners, which translates into more confident vehicle handling. The fabric used reduces fatigue resulting from prolonged contact with the seat, and the leather elements improve the perceived quality of the finish and make the seat easier to keep clean.

Application in interior repairs and upgrades

The seat will work well both as a replacement for a damaged or excessively worn seat and as an element of a partial Mini cabin upgrade. The used condition allows for an economical interior restoration while maintaining the original character of the vehicle. Replacing the seat with an original component from the same series facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of problems with fitting the structure to existing mounts.

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 additional seats, rear bench, or headrests, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and Benches category.

Why choose a branded used seat

An original seat from dismantling is a solution that combines controlled costs with the preservation of factory build quality. Compared to non-factory replacements, a branded interior component fits better into the styling line of the dashboard, door panels, and other cabin components. This is particularly important in the case of the Mini, where design consistency has a direct impact on the perception of the entire vehicle.

To better plan your cabin upgrade and assess the impact of seat replacement on comfort and car value, it is worth reading the guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and increase car value.

Economic and environmental aspect

Choosing a used seat for a Mini is not only a saving compared to new elements but also real support for the circular economy. Reusing functional components reduces waste and decreases the demand for the production of new parts. For drivers who want to combine a rational approach to costs with care for the environment, this is a particularly beneficial solution.

If you want to learn more about the benefits of installing used components from dismantling in your car, the following article will be helpful: Circular economy in your garage – how used parts support the environment and the household budget.