Mini R50 R52 R53 JCW Front Seat Sport Heated Leather Panther Black Left N/S

Mini R50 R52 R53 JCW Front Seat Sport Heated Leather Panther Black Left N/S is an original sports seat from the Mini range, designed for the driver's side. It combines a heated seat with black leather upholstery, providing significantly better lateral support and comfort for daily use. This is a solution for drivers who want to improve the ergonomics and aesthetics of the interior while maintaining the factory character of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0397329-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0397329
• Substitutable numbers: 0397329, 52100397329
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The presented seat belongs to the Seats and benches group and is designed as a front element, mounted on the left side of the vehicle. The construction is compatible with the factory mounting points in Mini models, which facilitates installation and allows for consistency with other interior elements. Thanks to this, the seat fits well into the character of the JCW version, focused on dynamic driving and precise handling.

Construction, material and ergonomics

The seat and backrest are made of black leather upholstery, which gives the interior a more subdued, yet clearly sporty look. The leather ensures easier maintenance and a pleasant feel during use, while the seat profiling promotes stable body support in corners. The integrated heating function improves thermal comfort in colder months, especially during daily commutes and longer trips.

Sporty character and comfort of use

The sporty character of the seat is manifested in more pronounced lateral support and a contoured backrest shape, which helps reduce fatigue during dynamic driving. Heating the seat and backrest allows for reaching a comfortable interior temperature faster, which is particularly noticeable in cars used all year round. The black leather blends well with both light and dark cockpit finishes, facilitating aesthetic integration with the existing interior configuration.

Condition, origin and practical application

The seat comes from a dismantled Mini vehicle and is a used item, which allows for an economical replacement of a worn or damaged seat while maintaining the original manufacturer's specification. This solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs, interior restoration, or upgrading base versions to a sportier variant. Using an original seat from the same model line minimizes the risk of installation problems and facilitates integration with the existing electrical system responsible for heating.

Interior expansion and additional information

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 passenger seats, rear benches, or additional seat modules, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

For larger interior changes, it is worth checking out the guide describing how branded seats from dismantling affect comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle – details can be found in the article Interior metamorphosis: How branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.