Mini F55 Boot Trunk Lid Hinge Rear Right O/S Electric Blue 7302540

Right rear tailgate hinge for Mini F55 in Electric Blue Metallic is an original body part designed for the right side of the rear tailgate. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures precise tailgate operation, correct working geometry, and visual consistency with the body paint in the Electric Blue Metallic – 870 shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7320548-ELB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7320548
• Substitutable numbers: 41007320548, 7320548, 7302540
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Electric Blue Metallic - 870
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function in the Mini F55 Body

The presented hinge is dedicated to the rear, right side of the tailgate in the Mini F55 body. It is responsible for the stable mounting of the tailgate to the body structure and for the smooth opening and closing of the trunk. A correctly selected element of this type:

• maintains the correct position of the tailgate relative to the fenders and bumper,
• reduces the risk of edge rubbing against adjacent panels,
• supports the sealing of the rear part of the body in conjunction with the seals.

Thanks to its adaptation to the specific Mini model, dimensional and mounting compatibility with factory mounting points is maintained.

Electric Blue Metallic – 870 Color and Visual Aspects

The hinge is factory painted in the Electric Blue Metallic – 870 color, which is important both aesthetically and practically. In the case of rear body repairs, this allows for limiting the scope of painting to the necessary minimum or omitting it entirely if other elements are in the same shade.

Selecting an element in the correct color facilitates:

• maintaining a consistent body color scheme,
• reducing the time for bodywork and painting repairs,
• reducing the costs of additional finishing work.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a used part, the Mini F55 tailgate hinge has already undergone use in a vehicle, which is typical for original dismantled components. Elements of this type retain their factory structure and geometry, which promotes correct fitting with the tailgate and bodywork.

For body hinges, it is particularly important that the structural rigidity and the ability to adjust the tailgate's position are maintained. A used, original part usually fits better into the existing body structure than universal aftermarket replacements.

Selection and Practical Application in Service

When replacing the tailgate hinge on a Mini F55, it is worth paying attention to:

• mounting location compatibility – the part is intended for the rear, right side,
• appropriate body type – construction adapted to the specifics of the F55,
• paint color – Electric Blue Metallic – 870, if minimizing painting work is a priority.

A component selected in this way facilitates service technicians in restoring the correct operation of the tailgate, and provides the user with comfort in the daily use of the luggage space.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body area of your Mini and need other parts from the same group, such as additional brackets, mounts, or small mounting accessories, check the available parts in the Other Mini category.

Technical Support and Parts Knowledge

Selecting the correct body components, such as tailgate hinges, requires knowledge of the specific construction of individual models. Differences in design, similar to those in sports versions of other brands, affect the mounting method and the loads acting on the supporting elements. If you are interested in how design and equipment changes affect vehicle operation, it is worth familiarizing yourself with a comparative material of standard and sports versions – you will find it in the article Audi RS vs. Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?.

For body parts originating from dismantling, questions about their durability and cost-effectiveness often arise. To better understand the specifics of the used parts market, the selection process, and common myths associated with it, it is worth referring to the guide Used Car Parts: Myths and Facts You Need to Know, which clearly explains the key issues related to the operation of used components.