Mini Cooper 1 R50 R53 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Cosmosschwarz Black - 303

Mini Cooper 1 R50 R53 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Cosmosschwarz Black is an original body part designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. As a product from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, it ensures factory-fit, a consistent body appearance, and a secure closure of the luggage compartment. Thanks to the original paint in the Cosmosschwarz Black shade, the tailgate fits perfectly into the styling line of first-generation Mini models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7139735-COS1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7139735
• Substitutable numbers: 41627139735, 7139735, 41627037435, 41007067826, 7037435, 7067826
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Cosmosschwarz Metallic - 303
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for Mini Cooper R50/R53

The offered tailgate is designed specifically for Mini Cooper R50 and R53 series models, which translates into precise alignment with the rear bodywork. Its placement in the rear zone of the vehicle guarantees compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and sealing elements, as well as the original bumper line and reinforcements.

Due to its construction in accordance with Mini manufacturer standards, installation is predictable and does not require bodywork modifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, correcting the rear geometry of the vehicle, or restoring the car to a factory-like condition.

Cosmosschwarz Black color – benefits for body repairs

The tailgate is finished in Cosmosschwarz Black, characteristic of many Mini Cooper R50/R53 units. From the perspective of a painter or body technician, this means:

• easier color matching to other body components,
• the possibility of limiting the painting scope to the connection points with adjacent panels,
• a consistent, aesthetic appearance of the rear of the vehicle after repair.

For the end user, this translates into a more predictable visual effect and potentially lower painting costs compared to a part in raw primer.

Component characteristics and practical application

As a body part from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the Mini Cooper R50/R53 tailgate performs several key functions:

• closes and seals the luggage compartment from the rear,
• works with the lock and hinges to ensure secure closing,
• forms part of the rear body structure, contributing to the rigidity of this zone,
• provides a mounting surface for model badges, license plate lighting, or decorative elements – depending on the specific car configuration.

The product is marked as used, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of wear typical for body parts, while maintaining its structural functionality.

Selecting parts by numbers and parameters

The Mini Cooper R50/R53 tailgate has an assigned OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year. It is worth comparing the markings with service documentation or the removed part before purchasing to ensure full compatibility.

Additionally, the product has its own warehouse identifier (SKU), which streamlines identification in the store's system and speeds up the order fulfillment process.

Condition, origin, and service application

The offered Mini tailgate is an original Mini brand component in used condition. This type of part is particularly suitable in the following situations:

• repairing damage after a rear collision,
• replacing a corroded or deformed tailgate,
• restoring the car to factory configuration after previous modifications,
• restoration projects for first-generation Mini vehicles.

Using an original body part allows you to maintain the vehicle's styling line, correct panel gaps, and proper cooperation with existing reinforcements and the rear bumper.

Repair expansion – Mini Bumpers and reinforcements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as rear reinforcement beams, bumper reinforcements, or additional mounting elements, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

If you are also interested in the topic of regeneration and purchasing external car components, including wheels, it is worth reading our practical guide: Used wheels like new: a guide to buying and refurbishing alloy wheels.