BMW Mini Cooper R50 R52 R53 2 Front Left Door N/S Chili Red - 851

BMW Mini Cooper R50 R52 R53 2 Front Left Door N/S Chili Red is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the driver's side. This used body part allows for professional repair of a damaged side area without the need for expensive new parts, while maintaining proper geometry and factory fitment. The intense Chili Red - 851 shade facilitates visual matching for vehicles with the same paint color.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7202911-CHRED2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7202911
• Substitutable numbers: 41517202911, 7202911, 41517033209, 41517133943, 7033209, 7133943
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and compatibility

The offered item is a complete front left door designed for the BMW Mini Cooper R50, R52, and R53 series. The vehicle placement, defined as front – left side, ensures clear identification for driver-side installation in left-hand drive versions. Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, these doors serve as a proper base for transferring equipment from the previously installed component.

Color and outer layer

The door comes in the characteristic Chili Red - 851 color, which is one of the recognizable shades used in Mini vehicles. For many users, this means the possibility of reducing the scope of paintwork – in many cases, local blending and polishing are sufficient instead of a full repaint of the entire element. Maintaining the original paint coating promotes visual consistency of the body and makes it easier to maintain a uniform vehicle appearance.

Technical and assembly aspects

The door belongs to the Doors and door panels group, which means it is a key structural element of the side body section. The design intended for factory installation in a Mini ensures:

• correct window and seal guidance,
• appropriate hinge and lock mounting points,
• proper rigidity of the side body zone.

The properly selected weight of the component promotes the preservation of factory hinge operation characteristics and correct door closing after installation. A used body part is a good choice for accident repairs when maintaining original geometry and body lines is a priority.

Benefits of using used Mini doors

Using original, used Mini doors allows for:

• reducing repair costs while maintaining a high-quality component,
• maintaining factory fitment to pillars and sills,
• easier transfer of internal equipment from the existing door.

This solution is particularly beneficial for local repairs when only the door skin or its structure has been damaged, while other body elements remain intact.

Mini Doors and door panels – expansion and repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional panels, check the available parts in the Mini Doors and door panels category.

More about used body elements

If you want to better understand how to select used body elements and what to pay attention to during their installation, it is worth checking out the guide: Replacing body elements with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?. This is a practical source of knowledge for those planning a professional yet economical body repair for their Mini vehicle.