BMW MINI Cooper 2 R56 R56N LCi Trunk lid Tailgate Boot Lid Sparkling Silver

BMW MINI Cooper 2 R56 R56N LCi Trunk lid Tailgate Boot Lid Sparkling Silver is an original body component from the Trunk lids and tailgates category, designed for installation in the rear section of a Mini vehicle. Finished in the factory Sparkling Silver Metallic A60 color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of a damaged tailgate without the need for costly adjustments required by aftermarket parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2752015-SS2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2752015
• Substitutable numbers: 41002752015, 2752015
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment

The presented tailgate is designed as a body component mounted in the rear section of the vehicle. Its construction, compliant with Mini factory standards, ensures proper hinge alignment, correct seal fitment, and compatibility with original lock mounts, actuators, and hardware characteristic of the R56 series.

By utilizing the original body geometry, the tailgate maintains correct body lines, which facilitates the adjustment of panel gaps and reduces the need for additional bodywork. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs and for replacing worn or corroded rear body components.

Color and finish Sparkling Silver Metallic A60

The tailgate is factory-finished in the Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60 shade, characteristic of many Mini R56 configurations. The metallic paint coating ensures an aesthetic appearance and consistency with other body panels in the same color code, which allows for minimizing or completely eliminating the need for repainting if the vehicle has an identical color.

Selecting a component in the correct shade is particularly important for repairs where both visual aspects and turnaround time are critical – a ready-to-install, painted tailgate significantly speeds up the assembly process and the return of the vehicle to service.

Characteristics of the used component

The tailgate comes from the used original parts segment, which means maintaining the factory Mini construction while optimizing repair costs. This type of component is particularly beneficial for comprehensive body repairs, where compliance with factory mounting points and predictable performance during operation are essential.

Choosing a used OEM component allows for maintaining the proper rigidity of the rear body section while limiting the risk of fitment issues typical of cheaper aftermarket replacements with simplified geometry.

Application in Mini body repairs

The BMW MINI Cooper 2 R56 R56N LCi Trunk lid Tailgate Boot Lid Sparkling Silver is suitable for both post-accident repairs and for replacing parts affected by corrosion or operational damage. Thanks to its factory design, it facilitates:

• restoring the correct line of the rear body section,
• maintaining the tightness of the luggage compartment,
• proper operation of the lock and opening mechanisms,
• maintaining a consistent appearance with other body panels.

This solution is aimed at body and paint shops as well as individual users who expect a technically correct and cost-effective repair of the rear section of a Mini vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area of your Mini and need other items from the same group, such as trunk lids, rear panels, or other luggage compartment components, check out the available parts in the Mini trunk lids and tailgates category.

Additional technical support

When planning broader service work, it is also worth considering the condition of systems responsible for vehicle comfort, such as air conditioning or heating. To better plan the selection of components and maintenance schedules, the guide article Air conditioning and heating – part selection and maintenance for year-round comfort, which discusses practical aspects of working with used OEM components, may be helpful.