Mini Cooper S R52 Dashboard Panel Passenger Trim Strip Cover Chili Red 7124344

Mini Cooper S R52 Dashboard Panel Passenger Trim Strip Cover Chili Red is an original passenger-side dashboard trim strip designed for installation in the front interior section of a Mini. This component, finished in the distinctive Chili Red color, allows you to restore a cohesive cockpit look or refresh the cabin styling in accordance with Mini factory standards. By using a part from the Dashboards group, you ensure proper fitment and interior aesthetics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9145887
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9145887
• Substitutable numbers: 51459145887, 9145887, 51457132448, 7132448, 7124344, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The Mini Cooper S R52 passenger dashboard trim strip is designed as a factory finishing element for the front section of the cockpit. It is responsible for the aesthetic closure of the passenger-side panel, masking the dashboard mounts and joints while creating a cohesive stylistic line with other interior elements.

Its placement in the front of the vehicle zone makes it a highly visible detail that has a real impact on the perceived quality of the entire interior. Replacing a worn or damaged trim strip with an original Mini part allows you to maintain the factory character of the cabin without compromising on fitment.

Color scheme and visual fitment

The finish in the Chili Red - 851 shade is characteristic of sporty Mini Cooper S configurations, emphasizing the dynamic character of the R52 model. The intense red creates a contrast with the dark elements of the dashboard, giving the cockpit a bold yet visually cohesive accent.

Selecting a trim strip in the same color code as the other interior trim elements helps avoid shade differences that often appear with aftermarket parts or components painted outside the factory. This is particularly important for a part as exposed as the passenger trim strip in the front section of the dashboard.

Original origin and technical parameters

The component comes from the Mini line, which means it complies with factory dimensional and mounting standards for the dashboard in the Cooper S R52 model. The original geometry of the mounts facilitates installation and ensures proper adhesion of the trim strip to other cockpit components, without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

The part has an assigned OEM number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle configuration. This allows for precise selection of the trim strip for a given unit, minimizing the risk of mismatch within the Dashboards group.

Condition, application, and benefits of installation

This is a used part, which allows for an economical replacement of the component while maintaining the original Mini specification. This type of component is suitable for both post-accident repairs and interior renovation work, especially when the existing trim strip is scratched, cracked, or faded.

Replacing the trim strip with an original Mini Cooper S R52 part brings tangible benefits:

• restoration of the cohesive look of the passenger-side dashboard,
• preservation of the factory stylistic line and Chili Red color,
• certainty of fitment to the front cockpit structure,
• possibility of aesthetic interior modernization without interfering with the dashboard structure.

Expanding your Mini interior modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the cockpit area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, decorative strips, or covers, check out the available parts in the Mini Dashboards category.

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