Mini Cooper One R55 R56 Sport Cloth Fabric / Red Leather Front Left N/S Seat

Mini Cooper One R55 R56 Sport Cloth Fabric / Red Leather Front Left N/S Seat is an original interior equipment component from the Seats and benches range, designed for drivers who expect precise support and a distinctly sporty character. The sporty seat construction and attractive red finish allow you to refresh the cabin, improve ergonomics, and give the interior a dynamic look consistent with the Mini model line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7242359-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242359
• Substitutable numbers: 52107242359, 7242359, 52102753479, 2753479
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Red
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Mini sports seat characteristics

The presented left seat is intended for installation at the front on the driver's side, ensuring full integration with the factory mounting system in the Mini Cooper R55, R56, and R57 series bodywork. The SPORT-type construction offers clearly defined side bolsters on the backrest and seat, which stabilize the body in corners and improve vehicle control during dynamic driving.

The half-leather finish combines a pleasant-to-touch surface with increased wear resistance in critical areas. The red color of the upholstery creates a strong stylistic accent that complements both dark and light interior finishes, emphasizing the sporty character of the cabin.

Comfort and ergonomics in daily use

The profiling of the backrest and seat has been designed with longer journeys and city driving in mind, providing stable support for the back and thighs. Thanks to its sporty geometry, the seat helps maintain the correct position behind the wheel, which promotes better concentration and reduces fatigue while driving.

The half-leather upholstery makes it easy to keep clean – the surface is less prone to rapid absorption of dirt, and regular maintenance allows you to maintain an aesthetic appearance for longer. The materials used are selected for operation in typical vehicle operating conditions, such as temperature changes or sunlight exposure.

Purpose and vehicle fitment

The seat has been developed specifically for Mini Cooper R55, R56, and R57 models, which translates into a proper fit to the cabin geometry and visual consistency with other interior elements. The placement on the vehicle on the front left side ensures compatibility with the factory control layout and the ergonomics of the driver's position.

As an item in the Seats and benches category, the seat can be used both as a replacement for a worn-out seat and as a way to give the interior a more sporty character without the need for structural modifications to the body. The used nature of the product allows for an economical refresh of the cabin while maintaining the original Mini styling.

Condition, origin, and technical aspects

The offered seat is a used part, coming from original Mini equipment, which helps maintain the factory standard of workmanship and compatibility with other interior elements. The mounting layout intended for the front, left side of the vehicle is preserved, which facilitates installation in place of the existing seat.

To facilitate identification and verification of compatibility with a specific Mini equipment version, the product has an assigned brand, a dedicated placement_on_vehicle, and a specific color_id. Related part numbers and interchangeable numbers are also available in the store database, which allows for precise selection of the element for a specific vehicle configuration.

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

For drivers considering broader cabin tuning, including changing seats and other equipment elements, practical tips on selecting used components and planning modifications may be useful – you will find them in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses, among other things, the use of second-hand seats and steering wheels in interior personalization projects.