Mini Cooper R52 Cabrio Hinge Cover Rear Left N/S Trim Panel Pure Silver 900

Mini Cooper R52 Cabrio Hinge Cover Rear Left N/S Trim Panel Pure Silver is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed to protect and provide an aesthetic finish for the left rear tailgate hinge in Mini vehicles. The part in Pure Silver Metallic - 900 color allows for a visually consistent body repair without the need for additional painting in a different shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0309201-PS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0309201
• Substitutable numbers: 51120309201, 0309201, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Pure Silver Metallic - 900
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The left rear tailgate hinge cover is responsible for protecting the hinge mechanism from dirt, moisture, and minor mechanical damage. Its placement in the rear, left-hand side zone means the component operates in the immediate vicinity of the trunk lid, influencing both the durability of the hinge and the aesthetics of the entire lid edge.

The precisely shaped geometry of the cover ensures proper guidance of the lid edge and stable adhesion to the body, which reduces the risk of play, rattling, and unwanted vibrations while driving.

Color and visual fit

The Pure Silver Metallic - 900 color is a characteristic metallic silver shade used in Mini models, which allows for maintaining a consistent stylistic line of the body. Using the original shade facilitates the integration of the cover with other body panels, without visible tonal differences typical of unpainted replacements.

Thanks to the factory surface finish, the cover blends well with the line of the lid and rear fenders, which is important for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the vehicle to a condition close to factory-original.

Compatibility and installation

The component has been designed specifically for Mini vehicles, which translates into a proper fit for factory mounting points and correct interaction with the tailgate hinge. As a result, installation is predictable, without the need for modifications or edge adjustments.

The cover is intended for installation in the rear, left part of the body, in the immediate vicinity of the tailgate hinge. A correctly installed part helps limit the ingress of dirt and moisture into the hinge zone, which can positively influence the smooth operation of the lid opening and closing mechanism.

Product characteristics and practical application

The product comes from the Doors and door panels group, which means it is a body component that works with moving body panels. In practice, the left rear tailgate hinge cover will prove particularly useful in situations where:

• the existing cover has suffered mechanical damage or cracking,
• it is necessary to replace the component after body and paint repairs,
• the vehicle has been operated in difficult conditions and requires refreshing of the tailgate area.

The used nature of the part allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original geometry and compatibility with the Mini body, which is important for both workshops and individual users who care about the proper fit of body elements.

Selection support and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the tailgate area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as covers, hinge panels, or mounting plates, check out the available parts in the Mini Doors and door panels category.

For users interested in a broader technical context of drive systems and the selection of used components, an article describing various all-wheel-drive solutions may be helpful – you can find it here: xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems from BMW, Mercedes, Audi and VW.