BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 1 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Electric Blue Metallic - 870

BMW Mini Cooper R50 R53 1 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Electric Blue Metallic is an original body component designed for installation in the rear section of Mini R50/R53 series vehicles. Finished in the distinctive Electric Blue Metallic color, this tailgate allows for a visually consistent body repair while maintaining the vehicle's factory appearance. It is a practical solution when replacing a damaged component due to a collision or corrosion.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7139735-ELB1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7139735
• Substitutable numbers: 41627139735, 7139735, 41627037435, 41007067826, 7037435, 7067826
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Electric Blue Metallic - 870
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment

The tailgate has been specifically designed for installation in the rear body section of Mini R50 and R53 models, ensuring proper alignment with the body lines and adjacent components. Thanks to the factory geometry, correct operation of the hinges, lock, and seals is maintained, as well as proper edge clearance relative to the bumper, lights, and roof.

Color and Electric Blue Metallic finish

The Electric Blue Metallic finish allows for an aesthetic replacement of the component without the immediate need for painting, provided that the remaining body panels are in the same color. The metallic coating gives the body a dynamic character, complements chrome and black accessories well, and emphasizes the lines of the rear of the car. In the case of a full paint restoration, the tailgate provides a solid base for preparation and repainting.

Structural function and safety

As a rear body component, the Mini tailgate is responsible for:

• closing the luggage compartment and protecting transported items,
• working with seals to limit the ingress of water and contaminants,
• maintaining the proper rigidity of the rear body section,
• correct positioning of glass, lighting, and equipment mounted within the tailgate.

Due to the retention of the factory design, it is possible to seamlessly transfer equipment from the previous tailgate, such as the lock, gas struts, or wiring harness (if provided in the specific vehicle configuration).

Condition and service application

The component is sourced from dismantling and is intended for reinstallation in a vehicle as a spare part. This type of tailgate is particularly useful in situations where body and paint repair of the existing component is uneconomical or technically difficult. Replacing the complete tailgate allows for shorter repair times and reduces the scope of bodywork required.

Benefits of using an original tailgate

Using an original Mini tailgate in Electric Blue Metallic offers a number of practical advantages:

• factory fitment for the Mini R50/R53 body,
• preservation of the original styling line of the vehicle's rear section,
• possibility of reducing paint work if the color matches,
• easier installation thanks to serial mounting points and correct geometry.

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

For drivers interested in a broader look at vehicle construction and how body components interact with the chassis and handling, an article describing the operation of the steering system, diagnostics, and examples of used parts may be helpful – you can find it here: Steering system and power steering – how it works and what fails?.