Front Seat MINI R56 R57 LCI Left N/S Side Sport Carbon Black Leather Punch

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Front Seat MINI R56 R57 LCI Left N/S Side Sport Carbon Black Leather Punch is an original interior component designed for installation on the driver's side in right-hand drive versions. The black leather upholstery and the sporty seat profile provide precise body support and significantly improve ergonomics during dynamic driving. This is a solution for drivers who want to maintain the factory character of their MINI while ensuring a consistent, branded cabin look.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7255519-3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7255519
• Substitutable numbers: 52107255519, 7255519, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for MINI R56/R57 LCI

The presented seat is designed as an original equipment component for post-facelift (LCI) MINI R56/R57 generation models, intended for the front left side. The seat and backrest construction is adapted to the geometry of the MINI interior, ensuring that the correct mounting points and proper driving position are maintained.

The sporty profile of the seat promotes a stable position in corners, while the more pronounced side bolsters on the backrest and seat cushion reduce body movement during faster driving. This is particularly important in compact, agile cars like the MINI, where precise vehicle feedback translates into driving confidence.

Materials and interior finish

The upholstery is made of black leather, which makes the seat easy to keep clean and ensures consistency with factory MINI interior trim packages. The leather surface is resistant to typical operational wear, and the carefully selected texture improves comfort during daily driving.

The Carbon Black color blends well with both light and dark cockpit elements, allowing for the aesthetic replacement of a single seat or use as part of a wider cabin upgrade. As a result, the seat can be used both for post-accident repairs and for the gradual improvement of the interior's appearance.

Sport seat characteristics

The sporty character of the Front Seat MINI R56 R57 LCI Left N/S Side Sport Carbon Black Leather Punch is reflected in the more defined shape of the seat and backrest, which translates into better lateral support. This type of construction promotes:

• a stable driver position during dynamic driving,
• more precise steering and pedal operation,
• reduced fatigue on longer trips thanks to predictable support.

The placement on the front left side is crucial when completing the interior in right-hand drive versions, where ergonomics and access to controls must remain consistent with factory specifications.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The seat comes from dismantling and is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical replacement of a damaged or worn seat while maintaining the original MINI character. This solution is particularly beneficial when you want to maintain material and color consistency with other cabin elements.

The original MINI origin means that the seat was designed to work with factory safety systems and body construction. When installed correctly, it allows you to recreate conditions similar to those provided by the car in its factory-original specification.

Comfort, ergonomics, and impact on vehicle value

Replacing a seat with a branded component from dismantling can significantly improve driving comfort, especially in cars used intensively or with high mileage. Better back and thigh support translates into less driver fatigue, and the visually consistent leather upholstery positively influences how the interior is perceived by potential buyers.

If you want to plan a broader cabin modernization and understand how replacing seats affects daily use and vehicle valuation, it is worth checking out our guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your MINI and need other components from the same group, such as additional seats, backrests, or rear benches, check out the available parts in the Mini seats and benches category.