Mini F55 F56 Boot Trunk Lid Hinge Rear Left N/S Starlight Blue Metallic 7302539

Left Rear Tailgate Hinge for Mini F55/F56 in Starlight Blue Metallic B62 is an original body part designed for the left side of the rear tailgate. With factory-fitted precision for Mini F55 and F56 models, it ensures accurate tailgate guidance, maintains correct body geometry, and provides color consistency with the vehicle's paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7320547-STB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7320547
• Substitutable numbers: 41007320547, 7320547, 7302539
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Starlight Blue Metallic - B62
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Intended Use and Function of the Part

The presented hinge is designed for installation on the rear of the body, on the left side. It is responsible for stable support and smooth opening and closing of the tailgate, as well as its correct alignment with the fenders, bumper, and rear lights. A properly selected hinge reduces the risk of tailgate edges rubbing against the body, leaks, and improper gaps between body panels.

Starlight Blue Metallic B62 Color

The part is factory painted in the Starlight Blue Metallic B62 shade, characteristic of selected Mini F55/F56 versions. This often eliminates the need for additional painting when replacing the hinge, shortening repair time and reducing costs. Maintaining the original color also contributes to a consistent body appearance and minimizes the risk of shade differences between individual panels.

Benefits of Using an Original Hinge

Using an original left-side tailgate hinge for Mini F55/F56 allows for the preservation of factory mounting points and mechanism operating parameters. In practice, this means:

• correct tailgate guidance throughout its entire range of motion,
• better fit to the body structure compared to aftermarket alternatives,
• maintaining proper seal pressure and limiting potential leaks,
• easier adjustment of the tailgate's position relative to other body components.

For workshops and users, this translates to more predictable installation and less need for additional adjustments after bodywork and painting are completed.

Application in Mini Body Repairs

This type of hinge is particularly useful for accident repairs of the rear body section, replacement of a damaged tailgate, or geometry correction after previous repairs. The original Mini design facilitates the restoration of factory assembly tolerances and proper tailgate closure, which is important for both user comfort and trunk sealing.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your Mini and need other parts from the same group, such as additional mountings, brackets, or small assembly accessories, check the available parts in the Other Mini category.

Condition and Part Selection

The offered tailgate hinge is a used part, which, in the case of original Mini body components, often represents a favorable compromise between quality and repair cost. When selecting parts, it is advisable to pay attention to model compatibility (Mini F55/F56), mounting side (rear left), and paint color to maximize ease of installation and minimize additional finishing work.

To better understand the structural differences between specific sport models and standard variants, as well as the importance of correctly selected body components and suspension systems, it is worth reading the article Audi RS vs. Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?, which illustrates how the choice of the right parts affects a car's character and durability.