Front Seat MINI R56 LCI Right O/S Side Heated Sport Carbon Black Leather Punch

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Front Seat MINI R56 LCI Right O/S Side Heated Sport Carbon Black Leather Punch is an original interior component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation on the front right side of the cabin. The black leather upholstery and heating function create a comfortable and aesthetic space for the passenger, maintaining the factory character of the Mini interior. This is a solution for those who want to technically restore the vehicle's equipment or perform a well-thought-out interior upgrade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7255520-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7255520
• Substitutable numbers: 52107255520, 7255520
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Construction and purpose of the seat

The presented seat is designed as a component mounted on the front, right side of the vehicle, with full compatibility with the body structure of the Mini R56 LCI generation. The geometry of the seat and backrest is consistent with the factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures the correct passenger position relative to the dashboard and airbags.

The profiling of the seat and backrest promotes stable body support during city and highway driving, and the appropriately selected foam hardness allows for a compromise between comfort and firm lateral support. Thanks to this, the seat performs well both in everyday use and during more dynamic driving.

Leather upholstery and color scheme

The seat is finished with black leather upholstery, which makes it easy to keep the interior clean and gives it a consistent, subdued character. The leather provides a pleasant-to-the-touch, wear-resistant material that works well with the seat and backrest heating system.

The uniform black color allows for easy matching of the seat to most Mini interior configurations – both in more basic and higher-end versions. This is a practical solution when replacing a single seat after mechanical damage or upholstery wear, without the need to interfere with other cabin elements.

Heating function and user comfort

A significant advantage is the built-in seat heating, which significantly improves comfort during the autumn and winter season. Integrated heating mats work with the vehicle's electrical system, allowing for rapid heating of the seat and backrest surface after the system is activated.

The heated front passenger seat increases the vehicle's functionality, especially in cars used on longer routes. Maintaining a stable seat surface temperature positively affects thermal comfort and reduces fatigue when driving in low temperatures.

Integration with the interior and mounting aspects

As an element from the Seats and benches group, the seat has been prepared to work with factory mounting points and the vehicle's standard wiring. The proper placement of rails and mounts allows for correct seat positioning relative to the floor, center tunnel, and doors, which translates into maintaining the original interior ergonomics.

When replacing the seat, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the equipment version and the car's electrical configuration to fully utilize the heating function and maintain the correct operation of safety systems. A properly selected seat allows for the restoration of the factory equipment standard without the need for structural modifications.

Why choose a used OEM seat

A used original Mini seat is a solution that allows you to maintain the stylistic and technical consistency of the interior while reducing costs compared to new components. Factory fitment for the R56 LCI model minimizes the risk of installation problems and eliminates the need for adapting mounts or electrical wiring.

If you want to plan your cabin modernization more broadly and combine the seat replacement with other equipment elements, it is worth checking out practical tips on selecting and installing interior components – you will find them in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia. Additionally, when deciding between an original part and a replacement, the guide 5 reasons why a used OEM part is a better choice than a replacement, which discusses key technical and operational criteria, may be helpful.

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 seats, backrests, or complete bench sets, check out the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.