BMW Mini Cooper R52 Covering Top Rear Right O/S Trim Panel Black 7154512

The MINI R52 Cabrio Roof Cover Housing Right is a component from the Window Seals and Trim Strips category, designed for the rear right side of the Cabrio roof. The black color of the housing allows for a seamless match with the factory body finish, and its design, tailored for the specific Mini model, facilitates installation and ensures proper roof edge guidance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7154512
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7154512
• Substitutable numbers: 54347154512, 7154512, 9211167
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Intended Use and Function of the Component

The rear right roof cover housing for the Mini R52 Cabrio is responsible for the aesthetic and technical finishing of the roof folding area. This element works in conjunction with the roof mechanism and seals, assisting in:

• guiding the roof covering edge into the correct position,
• limiting the ingress of dirt into the interior of the structure,
• maintaining a consistent body side line around the rear of the roof.

Its precise fit for the specific Mini model ensures correct geometry and compatibility with other roof assembly components.

Construction, Color, and Fitment

The housing is constructed for installation in the rear right part of the vehicle, allowing for precise alignment with the roof frame and adjacent trim strips. The black color facilitates integration with factory body elements and seals, ensuring a cohesive look and maintaining the characteristic Mini Cabrio line after installation.

This part belongs to the Window Seals and Trim Strips category, meaning its shape and profile are adapted for cooperation with seals and finishing strips at the rear of the roof. This solution helps maintain proper seal pressure and reduces the risk of leaks within the roof assembly.

Benefits of Using an Original Roof Cover

Using the correct roof cover housing for the Mini R52 Cabrio offers a range of practical benefits:

• Factory Fit for the Model – the component is designed for a specific generation of Mini Cabrio, simplifying installation and minimizing the need for modifications.
• Cohesive Aesthetics of the Rear Body – the black housing harmonizes with other trim strips and seals.
• Support for the Folding Roof Operation – a correctly installed cover helps maintain proper roof edge guidance and cooperation with seals.
• Restoration of Original Appearance after Mechanical Damage or Replacement of the Previous Part.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The offered cover is a used part from a Mini, allowing for economical repair while maintaining original geometry and mounting points. This type of part is suitable for both post-accident repairs and servicing of the roof mechanism when replacement of a damaged or missing rear right housing is necessary.

Before installation, it is recommended to verify compatibility with the specific roof equipment version and check the condition of the cooperating seals and trim strips to fully utilize the component's potential and achieve a stable, sealed connection.

Mini Window Seals and Trim Strips – Selecting Related Parts

If you need other Window Seals and Trim Strips dedicated to Mini vehicles, explore our category for a wide selection of parts tailored to various models: Mini window seals and trim strips. This will help you easily assemble a set of components necessary for comprehensive servicing of the roof assembly and glazing.

Additional information on how to select used OEM parts by numbers and how to work with original parts in practice can be found in our guide article: Five-cylinder Audi engine – legend and selection of used OEM parts. Although it concerns a different brand, the principles of component identification and verification described there are also helpful when working with Mini parts.