Mini Cooper R50 R53 Rear Seat Leather Headrest Panther Black

Mini Cooper R50 R53 Rear Seat Leather Headrest Panther Black is an original interior component designed for the rear bench of Mini models, providing stable head support for passengers. The used, black leather construction helps maintain a consistent cabin look and preserves the factory character of the upholstery. It is a practical solution for those looking to functionally and aesthetically complete or replace a headrest in their vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7066735
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7136432
• Substitutable numbers: 52207136432, 7136432
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Additional Seat Parts

Purpose and compatibility with MINI R50/R53

The presented headrest is designed as a rear seat component for the R50/R53 generation of Mini cars. Its placement in the rear of the vehicle provides passengers with additional safety and improves seating ergonomics during longer trips. Thanks to its factory origin, the proper proportions, shape, and mounting method are maintained, which facilitates installation in place of the original part.

Material, color, and interior aesthetics

The headrest is made of black leather upholstery, which allows for easy matching with most Mini interior configurations. The leather provides a pleasant-to-the-touch surface while being a practical material for daily use – easy to clean and resistant to typical dirt found in the rear of the cabin. The dark color helps maintain a neat appearance and blends well with factory upholstery finishes.

Utility and passenger comfort

The properly contoured rear seat headrest supports the cervical spine, which translates into a more stable seating position. In daily use, this means:

• better travel comfort for rear passengers,
• more even distribution of loads on the cervical spine,
• a visually consistent look of the rear bench after replacing a missing or worn-out element.

Due to the preservation of the original headrest geometry, there is no need to modify the seat structure – the element works with factory guides and the height adjustment mechanism (if present in the vehicle's configuration).

Characteristics of the used part

As a part from the Other seat parts category, the headrest comes from dismantling, which allows for an economical replacement of the element while maintaining the original manufacturing standard. The used component is a good solution in situations where the existing headrest has been mechanically damaged, lost, or its upholstery significantly differs visually from the rest of the interior. Choosing an original used part makes it easier to maintain consistency in materials and leather texture throughout the rear bench.

How to care for a used leather headrest

To maintain the aesthetics and durability of the leather headrest, it is worth using dedicated leather care products and regularly removing dust and minor dirt. Well-chosen maintenance reduces material drying and helps maintain its flexibility. If you want to learn about proven practices regarding the operation of dismantled parts, check out the guide How to extend the life of used car parts?, which describes, among other things, the principles of interior component care.

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 headrests, seat cushions, or additional backrest modules, check out the available parts in the Other Mini seat parts category.