Mini Cabrio R52 Rear Seat Cover Leather Sidewalk English Leather Panther Black

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Mini Cabrio R52 Rear Seat Cover Leather Sidewalk English Leather Panther Black is an original upholstery component from the Seats and benches category, designed for the rear interior section of your Mini Cabrio R52. The leather finish in Panther Black allows for a consistent, aesthetic, and functional restoration of the rear seat while maintaining the factory character of the cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7216917
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7216917
• Substitutable numbers: 7216917, 52207216917
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The rear seat cover is dedicated to installation in the rear part of the cabin, in the area intended for rear passengers. The element has been designed as an upholstery finish for the seat/bench, allowing for the restoration of the original look of the Mini Cabrio R52 interior after wear, damage, or partial restoration of the factory upholstery. The leather surface in Panther Black ensures consistency with factory interior finishes, which is particularly important when replacing a single element in an existing set of seats. This allows you to maintain a uniform cabin appearance without the need for a complete replacement of the entire seat set.

Construction and material of the cover

The cover is made of leather upholstery, which translates into a pleasant-to-touch surface and easier cleaning compared to textile materials. Panther Black leather harmonizes well with the character of the Mini Cabrio R52, emphasizing its dynamic yet elegant style. As an element from the Seats and benches group, the cover is prepared to work with the factory rear seat structure, including appropriately profiled working zones and stitching matched to the geometry of the bench. This facilitates proper stretching of the material over the frame and foam, which is crucial for the final visual effect and comfort of use.

Practical application and benefits of installation

The use of this rear seat cover allows for:

• restoring the aesthetics of the interior after abrasions, cracks, or discoloration of the factory upholstery,
• local restoration of the rear part of the cabin without interfering with the front seats,
• maintaining the original character of the Mini by using leather in the appropriate color,
• increasing the visual appeal of the interior when reselling the vehicle. For Mini Cabrio R52 owners who want to refresh the cabin in a way that is close to the factory standard, the installation of this element is a technically consistent and visually predictable solution, without the risk of accidentally choosing mismatched universal upholstery.

Characteristics of the used product

The cover comes from the used parts segment, which means it is a dismantled element that retains the manufacturer's original specification. Such components are particularly valued by users who prefer factory fitment and compliance with the original interior design, while simultaneously reducing costs compared to new parts. Choosing an original cover from the secondary market allows for maintaining the proper profile, stitching lines, and compatibility with the rear seat structure, which is difficult to achieve when using universal upholstery or non-original replacements.

Integration with the interior and further upgrades

The rear seat cover in Panther Black leather fits well into the concept of building a more comfortable and organized Mini Cabrio R52 interior. It can be part of a broader cabin modernization, including the replacement or restoration of other upholstery elements within the seats. 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 backrests, seats, or additional bench segments, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category. For users who want to plan their cabin refresh more broadly, practical tips on choosing seats, upholstery, and multimedia equipment may be useful – you will find them in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia. If you are additionally interested in the ecological aspect related to the use of dismantled parts, it is worth reading the material Sustainable automotive: How buying original used parts reduces the carbon footprint and protects the environment?, which shows how conscious selection of used elements influences the reduction of raw material and energy consumption.