BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Black-eye Purple Metallic - A24

BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Black-eye Purple Metallic - A24 is an original body component designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory origin from Mini, it ensures precise fitment to the body lines and a consistent appearance with the remaining body panels. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, fixing rear-end damage, or completing the bodywork after disassembly.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7139735-PUR
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7139735
• Substitutable numbers: 41627139735, 7139735, 41627037435, 41007067826, 7037435, 7067826
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black-eye Purple Metallic - A24
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for Mini Cooper R50/R53

The presented boot lid has been designed specifically for BMW Mini Cooper R50 and R53 models, which translates into proper alignment with the rear fenders, bumper, and seals. Its placement at the rear of the vehicle allows for a direct replacement of a damaged component without the need for body structure modifications.

The original Mini origin helps maintain factory mounting gaps, proper boot closing, and compatibility with factory hinges and locks. This is particularly important for bodywork repairs, where stability, geometry, and the safety of the rear body section are paramount.

Black-eye Purple Metallic A24 color and aesthetic values

The boot lid is finished in Black-eye Purple Metallic A24 paint, characteristic of selected Mini versions. This shade combines a dark, elegant base with a metallic effect that blends well with chrome and plastic body accessories.

In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of painting to local touch-ups or shade matching, which can be beneficial for budget repairs. At the same time, maintaining the original color facilitates keeping a consistent style for the entire car and can positively influence its resale value.

Characteristics of the used body component

The boot lid comes from disassembly, which means it is a used part, but still functional for further use. Such parts are often chosen for post-accident repairs as a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original body structure.

A used Mini body component can be a good solution when you want to:

• maintain the factory geometry of the rear of the vehicle,
• preserve the original stampings and styling lines of the Mini Cooper,
• reduce repair costs compared to new body panels,
• allow for further body and paint work according to workshop requirements.

Application in body repairs and body restoration

The boot lid for the Mini Cooper R50/R53 will work well both for typical post-collision repairs and for comprehensive body restoration after major damage. Thanks to its factory origin, it facilitates maintaining the proper roof line, rear window, and bumper, which is significant for the vehicle's tightness and aerodynamics.

This component can also be used in restoration projects where the priority is to restore the original look of the car, while maintaining the characteristic proportions and details of the Mini. Combined with properly selected mounting components, it provides a solid base for further body and paint work.

Related Mini body components – Bumpers and reinforcements category

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

More about used body components

If you want to better understand how to select used body panels and what to pay attention to during their installation, check out the guide: Replacing body components with used ones – can body parts from disassembly look like new?. This is a practical supplement to your knowledge when planning Mini Cooper R50/R53 repairs using original parts from disassembly.