Front Seat Mini Cooper R55 R56 Sport Heated Black Leather Left Side N/S

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Front Seat Mini Cooper R55 R56 Sport Heated Black Leather Left Side N/S is a factory-original, sports front seat designed for the left side, allowing you to refresh your Mini's interior and restore full functionality to the driver's seat. Featuring black leather upholstery and integrated seat and backrest heating, it ensures a comfortable driving position for both daily commuting and dynamic driving.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7229549-2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7229549
• Substitutable numbers: 52107229549, 52102754099, 52102756665
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and compatibility with Mini

The presented seat belongs to the Seats and benches category and was designed as equipment for Mini models from the R55 and R56 series. Its placement on the vehicle is the front left side, which means it is the driver's seat in left-hand drive cars. The seat construction is compatible with factory mounting points, facilitating installation in place of the original seat without the need for structural modifications.

Construction, material and ergonomics

The upholstery is made of genuine black leather, which provides a durable, easy-to-maintain surface and a consistent look with the typical Mini interior. The leather finish withstands intensive use well and, with proper maintenance, retains its aesthetics for a long time. The sports profile of the seat provides more pronounced lateral support, which improves the driver's body stabilization in corners and increases vehicle control.

The contoured backrest and seat have been designed with an ergonomic driving position in mind. As a result, the seat promotes proper posture during longer trips, and the appropriately selected firmness of the padding helps reduce back and leg fatigue.

Heating function and user comfort

A significant advantage of this model is the built-in heating, which significantly increases driving comfort during colder months. The heating system covers both the seat and the backrest, allowing for rapid warming of the contact zones with the driver's body. Once connected to the vehicle's electrical system, the seat works with the factory seat heating controls (if present in the car's configuration), providing convenient adjustment of the heating intensity.

The leather surface combined with the heating makes the Mini interior gain a more comfortable character, similar to higher equipment packages, without the need to invest in new components.

Characteristics of the used product

The seat comes from disassembly and is offered as a used item, which allows for a significant reduction in the cost of interior modernization compared to purchasing new equipment. At the same time, you retain the manufacturer's original specifications, which is important for maintaining the stylistic and technical consistency of the vehicle. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard check of the adjustment mechanisms and the heating system to ensure trouble-free operation after mounting in the car.

Expanding the Mini interior and related elements

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, backrests, or rear benches, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

If you want to plan your cabin modernization more broadly, combining seat replacement with other equipment elements such as steering wheels or multimedia systems, you will find practical tips in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which discusses the selection, installation, and compatibility issues of used components.