Mini R55 R56 Cloth Fabric Interior Front Left N/S Seat Cosmos Carbon Black

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Mini R55 R56 Cloth Fabric Interior Front Left N/S Seat Cosmos Carbon Black is an original interior component designed for installation on the front left side of the cabin. The black fabric upholstery ensures a consistent look with the factory Mini interior while allowing for a functional replacement of a worn or damaged seat.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-2753431-2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2753431
• Substitutable numbers: 52102753431, 2753431, 52102753449, 2753449
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Seat specifications and purpose

The presented seat belongs to the Seats and benches category and has been designed specifically for Mini R55/R56 series models. The seat and backrest construction is matched to the body geometry and interior ergonomics of these vehicles, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the factory driving position.

The placement on the vehicle is the front left side, making this component suitable both for replacing a single driver's seat in versions with the appropriate configuration and for interior tuning projects where maintaining the original shape and mounting points is essential.

Upholstery finish and color scheme

The upholstery is made of fabric with a pattern known as Cosmos Carbon Black, which means a subdued, black color scheme matched to standard Mini finishes. The black color facilitates integration with the dashboard, door panels, and other cabin elements, and also effectively masks typical operational dirt.

The fabric seat surface ensures predictable behavior during daily driving, stable body support, and a neutral visual reception, which is important both for maintaining the car's original character and for moderate interior tuning.

Condition, origin, and installation aspects

The seat is used, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear while maintaining structural functionality. For many repair and modernization projects, this is a reasonable compromise between costs and maintaining the original character of the Mini interior.

As an original Mini brand component, the seat is designed for factory mounting points in the floor and standard vehicle wiring routing. This facilitates installation in a workshop or during DIY replacement, minimizing the need for structural modifications.

Application in Mini interior tuning and restoration

This seat model works well in projects where the priority is maintaining cabin stylistic consistency and improving vehicle comfort after damage or wear of the original seat. The original geometry and material allow for seamless matching with standard seat belts, the center console, and door panels.

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

Technical support and additional materials

When planning changes in the cabin, it is worth considering both visual aspects as well as ergonomics and safety. Practical tips on using used seats in personalization projects can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, where, among other things, the selection of seats and steering wheels for comfort and functionality is discussed.

If you are considering a broader modification project using used components, the guide Buying used car parts • Most common mistakes when choosing tuning parts may also be helpful, as it highlights key technical and operational aspects when selecting interior components.