£Mini Cooper R50 R53 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Electric Blue Metallic - 870

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

£Mini Cooper R50 R53 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Electric Blue Metallic is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. The tailgate in the distinctive Electric Blue Metallic color allows for a consistent, aesthetic body repair without compromising on fitment and geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7139735-ELB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7139735
• Substitutable numbers: 41627139735, 7139735, 41627037435, 7037435, 41007067826, 7067826, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Electric Blue Metallic - 870
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the tailgate

The offered tailgate is dedicated to Mini R50 and R53 series models and serves as a structural component of the rear bodywork. It is responsible for the proper closing of the luggage compartment, interaction with hinges, the lock, and seals, as well as providing a stable mounting point for windows and factory-installed equipment in this area.

The component has been designed to maintain factory body lines, correct panel gaps, and the appropriate structural rigidity of the rear body section. As a result, after replacement, it is possible to maintain correct body geometry and the proper operation of the lock and hinges.

Electric Blue Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The tailgate is finished in Electric Blue Metallic - 870, characteristic of selected Mini versions. For the user, this means the possibility of carrying out post-accident or renovation repairs with a reduced scope of painting, which in many cases shortens work time and reduces costs.

The metallic paint ensures visual consistency with other body panels in the same shade, and the properly selected coating structure promotes a uniform light reflection across the entire surface of the vehicle's rear section.

Vehicle placement and assembly aspects

The tailgate is intended for installation in the rear of the vehicle, in place of the factory trunk lid. The design provides for compatibility with the original mounting points on the Mini body, which facilitates the replacement process and allows for maintaining the factory alignment of the component relative to the fenders, bumper, and roof.

During installation, it is recommended to:

• check the geometry of the hinges and mounting points on the body,
• properly adjust the gaps between the tailgate and adjacent panels,
• verify the operation of the lock and seals after final adjustment.

Characteristics of the used product

The tailgate is a used component, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-quality ratio while maintaining the original Mini construction. This type of part is particularly attractive for maintenance repairs, post-collision repairs, and renovation projects where fitment to factory design solutions is crucial.

Choosing an original, used tailgate allows for reducing the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket parts with different geometry or different stamping profiles.

Application in tuning and renovation projects

The component in Electric Blue Metallic can be used not only for standard repairs but also in individual projects where the Mini owner aims to refresh the vehicle's appearance or change the body configuration to a version in an attractive, factory color. Thanks to the preservation of the original construction, it is possible to combine this tailgate with other Mini body elements without interfering with the car's structure.

If you are interested in a broader context of vehicle modernization using aftermarket components, it is worth checking out the guide Tuning with used parts – how to gain performance without spending a fortune, which discusses practical aspects of safe tuning while maintaining reasonable costs.

Expanding the repair of the Mini rear body section

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.