BMW Mini Cooper One F55 Retaining Rear Right O/S Mould Panel Trim Strip Black

The rear right body panel trim strip for Mini Cooper / One F55 in black is an original body part designed for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the panel edges, helps maintain a cohesive look of the vehicle's side body, and serves as a practical addition to the factory Mini body kit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7338624
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7338624
• Substitutable numbers: 51377338624, 7338624
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the Part

The trim strip described is dedicated to Mini Cooper / One F55 models and is mounted on the rear right side of the body. Its purpose is to aesthetically close the panel edges, align the side body line, and protect the junction of metal sheets and seals from minor mechanical damage.

The black color of the trim strip allows for a cohesive match with factory finishing elements, and also facilitates integration with other black body details, such as window surrounds or other decorative strips.

Construction, Installation, and Fitment

The trim strip has been designed as a part fitted to a specific mounting location – rear, right side of the vehicle. This means it has a precisely contoured shape that follows the body line of the Mini F55, which facilitates correct seating and limits the risk of leaks or material stress.

As a part from a dismantled vehicle, it retains its factory geometry and mounting points, ensuring that installation proceeds predictably for an experienced mechanic or body shop technician. In practice, this translates to:

• secure fitment with adjacent body parts,
• stable attachment to the body after correct mounting,
• minimal need for additional modifications.

Benefits of Using an Original Trim Strip

Using an original trim strip on the rear right side of the Mini F55 body allows for the preservation of the vehicle's factory appearance and stylistic line consistency. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, or restoring the car to a near-original condition.

The main advantages of this solution include:

• factory fitment for the specific model and side of the vehicle,
• visual consistency with other Mini body parts,
• maintenance of uniform color scheme thanks to the black finish,
• possibility of aesthetically replacing a damaged or missing trim strip without altering the body structure.

Condition of the Part and Practical Application

The part comes from the secondary market, making it a sensible choice for repairs where functionality and cost control are important. This type of trim strip is suitable for both local repairs of the rear right corner and for larger bodywork and painting jobs where the restoration of a complete set of external finishes is necessary.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear right wheel arch and side panel area on your Mini and need other parts from the same group, such as additional strips, covers, or panel trims, check the available parts in the Other Mini category.

Technical Knowledge and Part Selection

When selecting body parts and comparing solutions used in different models and engine versions, it is advisable to use reliable technical sources. For a better understanding of the structural differences between sport and standard versions, as well as the impact of changes in the drivetrain and chassis on part selection, the article: Audi RS vs. Other Models – What's Under the Hood and Chassis? may be helpful.