Seat Backrest Mini R57 Cabrio Rear Left N/S Leather Backrest Seat Black

Seat Backrest Mini R57 Cabrio Rear Left N/S Leather Backrest Seat Black is an original rear seat upholstery component, designed for installation on the left side of the rear body section. This used black leather upholstery ensures a consistent interior look and allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged backrest without interfering with the seat structure. It is a solution for users who want to restore the factory configuration of the rear seat in an orderly manner and maintain the uniform character of the Mini interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7229803
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7229803
• Substitutable numbers: 52207229803, 7229803, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mini R57

The backrest is a component from the Seats and benches group, designed for the rear interior section of the Mini R57 version. Its placement on the rear left side allows for precise alignment with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and limits the need for additional modifications. By maintaining the original construction geometry, the backrest works with standard rails, hinges, and folding mechanisms, if present in the vehicle's specific configuration.

Material and upholstery characteristics

The upholstery is made of black leather, which ensures consistency with other interior elements in this color scheme. The leather surface is resistant to typical operational loads, such as frequent use, contact with clothing, or minor dirt. At the same time, the material allows for relatively easy cleaning using standard car leather care products.

Choosing original leather upholstery is important not only for aesthetic reasons but also for practical ones – the proper stiffness of the backrest, the correct back support profile, and compatibility with factory finishing elements in the Mini cabin are all preserved.

Application in interior repair and renovation

The presented rear left backrest is particularly suitable in situations where:

• the existing backrest is mechanically damaged (cracks, structural deformations),
• the leather on the factory component is heavily worn or abraded,
• it is necessary to restore a consistent interior look after a partial repair or collision,
• a step-by-step cabin renovation is being carried out while maintaining the manufacturer's original solutions.

Using a used component from the same series allows you to maintain the factory character of the rear seat without the need for costly reupholstering of the entire seat set. It is a practical solution for users who expect a technically correct replacement while keeping costs reasonable.

Benefits of choosing an original leather backrest

Choosing an original rear seat backrest for a Mini offers several significant advantages:

• maintaining compliance with the factory interior design and Mini's stylistic line,
• matching existing upholstery elements and side panels, without differences in shade or leather texture within the same seat,
• possibility of installation based on standard mounting points, without the need to modify the seat structure,
• maintaining a consistent, orderly appearance of the rear cabin, which is important both for daily use and for the potential resale of the vehicle.

For those planning a broader modernization of the Mini interior, using original components from the seats and backrests group allows for the consistent recreation of the comfort and ergonomics intended by the manufacturer.

Expanding the seating area and additional materials

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 modules, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

If you are considering a wider cabin transformation and want to better understand how branded seats from dismantling affect comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle, read the article: Interior transformation: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and increase car value. You will find practical tips on choosing used seats and benches, as well as planning interior modernization in a technically and visually consistent manner.