BMW Mini Cooper R50 R52 3 Rear Panel Front Seat Left Right N/O/S Backrest

BMW Mini Cooper R50 R52 3 Rear Panel Front Seat Left Right N/O/S Backrest is an original seat upholstery component designed for first-generation Mini models. This used panel allows for a technically correct replacement of a worn or damaged rear backrest, restoring the interior's aesthetics while maintaining factory fitment. By using parts from the Seats and benches category, you maintain the stylistic consistency of the cabin and avoid compatibility issues.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7131644-3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7131644
• Substitutable numbers: 52107131644, 7131644, 52101506926, 52107112453, 52107063595, 7063595, 7112453, 1506926, 1486204, 1486202, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear, Left, Right
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility with Mini seats

The front seat rear panel is a component mounted on the back of the seat, facing the rear passengers. In the Mini Cooper R50 and R52, it is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the seat structure and the protection of its internal components. The product is designed for installation on both the driver and passenger sides, with the ability to be used on either the left or right side of the vehicle, while maintaining factory geometry and mounting points.

Technical function of the seat rear panel

The panel performs several important functions within the seat:

• covers the rear part of the backrest, protecting the mechanisms and foam from mechanical damage,
• stabilizes the edges of the upholstery, which limits wrinkling and shifting,
• creates an orderly, consistent surface from the rear seat side, improving the visual perception of the interior,
• facilitates potential disassembly and seat service, thanks to factory-provided mounting points.

Replacing a worn or cracked panel with an original salvaged part is a technically safe solution that allows you to maintain factory fitment of seat components.

Benefits of using an original Mini panel

Using an original front seat rear panel in the Mini Cooper R50/R52 provides a number of practical benefits:

• Consistent interior look – maintaining the original stylistic line of the seats and upholstery.
• Proper fit to the seat structure, without the need for modifications or adjustments required by aftermarket replacements.
• Ability to restore aesthetics after mechanical damage, abrasions, or plastic cracks.
• Reasonable repair cost compared to replacing the entire seat or complete upholstery.

This solution is particularly beneficial for gradual cabin renovation, when you want to improve the visual condition of the seats without interfering with their load-bearing structure.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The element is intended for use in the front seat area, with the possibility of installation on both the left and right sides, and its surface is visible from the rear of the cabin. Because the panel complies with the factory Mini specification, installation is based on existing clips and mounting points, which reduces the time required for replacement. The used condition of the part means that the panel comes from disassembly, which allows for the preservation of the original material structure and fit to the seat construction.

Expansion and modernization of the Mini seating area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or side upholstery elements, check out the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

For larger interior projects, it is also worth considering replacing the entire seats with branded sets from disassembly – you can read about the impact of such modernization on comfort and vehicle value in the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from disassembly improve comfort and increase car value.