Mini Countryman R60 Paceman R61 Centre Console Front Cup Holder Black 9811185

Mini Countryman R60 Paceman R61 Centre Console Front Cup Holder Black is an original interior component from the Cup holders group, designed for installation in the front part of the cabin. The dark, black finish maintains a consistent cockpit look, while the dedicated design for specific Mini models ensures a proper fit and stable mounting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9811185-3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9811185
• Substitutable numbers: 9811185, 51169811185
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Cup Holders

Purpose and function in the cockpit

The centre console cover housing is responsible for the aesthetic and functional finish of the front cup holder zone. This element organizes the space around the centre tunnel, masks mounting points and structural edges, and stabilizes the holder module, which translates into comfort during daily vehicle use.

Thanks to the use of geometry dedicated to the Mini R60/R61 series, the housing works with factory mounting points, which reduces the risk of looseness, squeaking, or unwanted vibrations while driving.

Construction, colour scheme, and interior integration

The element is made in a uniform black tone, which facilitates integration with most factory Mini interior configurations. This colour scheme allows for visual consistency with the dashboard, centre tunnel, and other panels, while also effectively masking minor signs of wear typical for components used in the cabin.

The housing was designed as part of the Cup holders system, which is why its shape and profiling are matched to factory inserts, facilitating installation as well as subsequent cleaning and servicing of this area.

Installation characteristics and application

Its location in the front part of the vehicle means that the element operates in an intensively used zone – within direct reach of the driver and passenger. Using an original housing allows you to restore the factory look of the centre console after mechanical damage, disassembly, or interior modifications.

The product comes from disassembly, which in practice means it is a used part, but one that retains the structure and geometry characteristic of original Mini equipment. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where maintaining the original vehicle specification while optimizing costs is key.

Benefits of using the original housing

• Restoration of a consistent look for the centre console in Mini R60/R61 models.
• Better fit and stability compared to universal replacements.
• Aesthetic masking of mounting points and structural edges in the cup holder zone.
• Maintenance of factory ergonomics for operating holders and elements in the centre tunnel.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, inserts, or holder frames, check the available parts in the Mini Cup holders category.

If you are considering a wider use of aftermarket components and want to better assess the cost-effectiveness of such solutions in your car, it is worth reading the guide: A second life for electronics – when is it worth choosing used engine controllers, comfort modules, and parking sensors?.