BMW Mini R56 Rear Left N/S Lateral Interior Trim Panel Quarter Gotham Grey

BMW Mini R56 Rear Left N/S Lateral Interior Trim Panel Quarter Gotham Grey is an original upholstery component designed for installation on the rear driver's side. The part belongs to the Window seals and trims group, helping to maintain a consistent look for the side of the cabin and ensuring proper guidance for window seals and moldings. This used OEM component allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged or worn panel without interfering with the body structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2756049
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2756049
• Substitutable numbers: 51432756049, 2756049
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Grey
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Purpose and fitment

The presented panel is designed for installation in the rear part of the cabin on the left side, in Mini R56 series models. As an original component, it retains factory geometry, mounting points, and a shape tailored to the side of the body, which facilitates installation and ensures proper fitment with other upholstery elements.

The Gotham Grey color allows for aesthetic integration of the panel into the factory interior finish, without visible shade differences within the rear seat side zone and pillar.

Function in the upholstery and seal system

The side panel performs several important functions in the Mini interior structure:

• it acts as a cover for the body structure in the rear part of the vehicle,
• it creates a stable support for elements from the Window seals and trims group,
• it organizes the alignment of the upholstery edges in the area of the rear side window,
• it limits the penetration of noise and contaminants from the wheel arch space into the cabin.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory profile, the panel helps maintain the correct positioning of window seals and moldings, which translates into stable door closing and even pressure on the side windows.

Benefits of using an original panel

Using an original Mini R56 interior panel brings a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fitment – dimensional compliance with the body structure and adjacent upholstery elements is maintained.
• Consistent color scheme – Gotham Grey shade matched to original Mini interior finishes.
• Stable seal mounting – proper guidance and support for moldings and seals in the rear part of the cabin.
• Reduction of adaptation work – no need for mounting modifications or material trimming.

The used OEM component is a cost-effective solution while being technically consistent with the manufacturer's factory specifications, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs or restoring the interior to a condition close to factory standard.

Condition and installation recommendations

The panel is offered as a used part, which in practice means that before installation, it is worth verifying the condition of the surface, mounting points, and any signs of wear. Installation in a workshop environment or by a person with experience in disassembling Mini R56 upholstery is recommended to avoid damaging clips, fasteners, or adjacent trim elements.

Before installation, it is also worth cleaning the sheet metal surface under the panel and checking the condition of the seals and moldings in its vicinity – this will allow you to fully utilize the protective and aesthetic function of the element.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side window area and interior trim in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as window moldings, guides, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mini window seals and trims category.

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