Mini Cooper R50 R52 Dashboard Uprights Insert Instrument Carrier Left N/S

The MINI R50 R52 Dashboard Bracket Insert is an original interior construction element designed for first-generation Mini models. This precisely manufactured bracket insert, mounted on the left side of the vehicle, provides stable dashboard support and proper alignment of adjacent cockpit elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7055865
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7055865
• Substitutable numbers: 51167055865, 7055865
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Intended Use and Function of the Element

The dashboard bracket in its insert version is responsible for the rigid connection of the cockpit structure to the body on the driver's side. A correctly selected element:

• stabilizes the dashboard and limits its deflection during driving,
• ensures proper guidance and support for adjacent panels,
• minimizes the risk of creaks and resonances within the interior,
• facilitates the correct installation of other dashboard components.

Thanks to this, the Mini interior retains its factory geometry, and the cockpit elements remain well-aligned even after many years of use.

Construction and Fit for Mini

The bracket insert has been specifically designed for the Mini R50/R52 series, taking into account the characteristic dashboard shape and limited installation space. The construction, adapted to the Dashboard category, guarantees:

• compatibility with factory mounting points on the left side of the vehicle,
• appropriate profile for cockpit support elements,
• possibility of installation without interfering with the body structure.

As an OEM Mini part, the bracket maintains the correct geometry and is prepared for integration with original dashboard panels and factory mountings.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Use

The element comes from a dismantled vehicle and is offered as a used original component, allowing for a reasonable cost while preserving the factory interior construction. The use of such a bracket is particularly beneficial when:

• the existing bracket has been damaged or deformed,
• there are dashboard rattles on the driver's side,
• after body repairs, it is necessary to restore proper cockpit support.

Replacing it with an original bracket insert helps restore the correct structural rigidity, leading to a more comfortable and predictable vehicle operation.

Installation and Service Recommendations

Due to its location within the cockpit structure, installing the bracket requires the disassembly of appropriate sections of the dashboard on the left side. It is recommended that the work be performed by a workshop experienced with Mini models, which will allow for:

• maintaining the correct order of interior element disassembly and assembly,
• avoiding damage to upholstery and decorative panels,
• additionally checking the condition of adjacent mountings and brackets.

Before purchasing, it is advisable to compare the shape and type of mountings with the currently installed element to confirm full compatibility with your specific equipment version.

Related Products and Materials

If you are looking for other elements from the Dashboard category dedicated to Mini, check out our offer for Mini dashboards, where you will find additional cockpit components tailored to your model.

For Mini owners interested in modifications and enhancing the car's character, we also recommend the guide article: Used Mini John Cooper Works Pro Sport Exhaust – A Legal Way to a Sporty Sound and +7 HP, which discusses the selection and installation of a sports exhaust system in Mini cars.