Mini Cooper R55 R56 Rear Right O/S Back Seat Backrest Black Leather Lounge

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini Cooper R55 R56 Rear Right O/S Back Seat Backrest Black Leather Lounge is an original component from the Seats and benches category, designed for the rear right side of the interior. The black leather finish maintains a consistent, elegant cabin character while ensuring durability and comfort for daily use. This is a practical solution for replacing a damaged backrest or refreshing the interior of Mini models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7270396-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7270396
• Substitutable numbers: 52207270396, 7270396, 5220722962852202754106, 72296282754106
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The backrest is designed as a component for the rear right seating position, ensuring a precise fit into the seat structure of the Mini R55/R56 series. The factory mounting geometry is preserved, which facilitates installation and allows for seamless use of existing attachment points in the vehicle body. This choice of component helps maintain the original ergonomics and functionality of the rear bench.

Material and finish

The upholstery is made of black leather, characteristic of the Lounge version, which enhances the visual quality of the interior and makes the surface easy to keep clean. The leather finish provides a pleasant-to-touch material that is resistant to typical operational stresses, such as frequent use or contact with clothing. The uniform, dark color blends well with most Mini interior configurations, allowing for the aesthetic replacement of a single element without the need to interfere with the remaining seats.

Performance characteristics

As an element from the Seats and benches group, the backrest directly affects the comfort of passengers in the rear. The properly contoured structure supports the passenger's back, and the leather surface reduces rapid wear during daily use. The used condition of the part allows for an economical replacement of a damaged backrest while maintaining the original standard of the Mini interior equipment.

Benefits of using an original backrest

Using an original rear seat backrest in the Lounge version allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the cabin and ensures a perfect match with factory door panels and seat cushions. In practice, this means:

• maintaining the original line and shape of the rear bench,
• compatibility with existing mounts and equipment elements,
• a consistent look with other leather interior components.

For the user, this means simpler installation and no need for upholstery modifications or fitting non-original components.

Support for selection and interior upgrades

When selecting such elements, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the equipment version and the configuration of the rear bench in a specific Mini vehicle. If necessary, you can refer to manufacturer markings, such as Mini brand, or data on the vehicle placement marked as rear right backrest, to ensure a proper fit.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear seat area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or split bench segments, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

For those who want to plan a broader interior refresh and combine the backrest replacement with other equipment elements, a guide describing how to build a consistent premium interior from second-hand components will be useful – details can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.

If you are also considering the environmental aspect when choosing a used backrest and want to better understand the impact of reusing original elements on reducing your carbon footprint, it is worth reading the material Sustainable automotive: How purchasing original used parts reduces your carbon footprint and protects the environment?, which discusses the benefits of using dismantled parts.