Mini Cooper R50 Sport Front Right O/S Half Leather Seat Panther Black Kaleido

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Mini Cooper R50 Sport Front Right O/S Half Leather Seat Panther Black Kaleido is an original sports seat from the Seats and benches range, designed for installation on the front right side in Mini R50 series models. The Kaleido half-leather upholstery and black finish create a cohesive, aesthetic, and functional interior element that improves body support and driving comfort in daily use as well as during dynamic driving.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7073010-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7073010
• Substitutable numbers: 52107073010, 7073010
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Characteristics of the Mini R50 sports seat

The presented seat has been designed as a component with a distinctly sporty profile, providing better lateral support than standard seats. The construction of the seat and backrest promotes a stable position for the driver or passenger, which translates into more confident vehicle handling and greater control over the car in corners.

The Kaleido half-leather finish combines the practicality of textile material with the elegance of a leather surface. The black upholstery blends well with most Mini interior configurations, allowing for easy matching with existing upholstery and other cockpit elements.

Purpose and vehicle fitment

The seat is intended for installation in the front part of the cabin, on the right side, making it a suitable choice when replacing a damaged passenger seat or upgrading the interior towards a sportier character. Thanks to its factory origin from Mini, the correct mounting points and geometry matched to the R50 series body structure are maintained.

The placement on the vehicle is specified as front – right side, which facilitates the selection of the correct component when planning repairs or interior modifications. The black finish allows for a consistent combination with original door panels, the dashboard, and the rear bench seat, without the need to interfere with other upholstery elements.

Material, color, and utility values

The Kaleido half-leather upholstery represents a compromise between durability and comfort. Leather sections improve wear resistance in the most stressed zones, while fabric inserts promote better ventilation and reduce clothing slippage on the seat. Such a combination is particularly beneficial in cars used both in the city and on longer routes.

The black color of the seat is a practical solution in terms of maintaining cleanliness and visually masking minor signs of wear. At the same time, it serves as a neutral base for further interior tuning – it can be easily combined with contrasting stitching, additional decorative elements, or a sports steering wheel.

Condition, origin, and use in interior tuning

The seat comes from the Mini brand range and is a used component, which allows for an economical replacement or interior upgrade while maintaining the original character of the vehicle. For owners who want to improve ergonomics and cabin appearance without investing in new components, it is a technically sound choice.

If you are planning a broader cabin tuning, combining this seat with other sports elements – such as steering wheels or additional seats – allows you to achieve a cohesive, more dynamic interior character. Properly adjusting the seat to the driving position affects comfort, reduces fatigue while driving, and improves the subjective feeling of control over the car.

Configuration expansion and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional seats, benches, or headrests, check the available parts in the Mini seats and benches category.

For drivers interested in a broader approach to cabin personalization, practical tips on combining used seats and steering wheels, optimal material selection, and ways to improve ergonomics can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts.