BMW Mini Cooper F55 Armrest Door Trim Panel Front Right Carbon Black 7379940

The Mini F55 Front Right Door Armrest is an original interior part from the Mini brand, designed for installation in the front right door. The black finish ensures a cohesive, understated cabin appearance, while the design tailored to the specific vehicle location guarantees secure mounting and comfortable support for the driver's or passenger's arm. This is a practical solution that enhances door operation ergonomics and driving comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7379940
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7379940
• Substitutable numbers: 51417379940, 7379940, 51417429354, 7429354, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Intended Use and Fitment for Mini F55

The presented armrest has been specifically designed for the Mini F55 model and for installation in the front right door area. Its precise contouring allows for a perfect fit with the upholstery and other door panel elements, minimizing the risk of looseness, rattles, or unwanted vibrations during driving.

The part is prepared for integration with the factory-installed door fixings, ensuring a tidy and predictable installation process without the need for structural modifications.

Color Scheme and Interior Integration

The black color of the armrest allows for easy integration into most Mini F55 interior configurations, whether they are more subdued or dynamically styled. The neutral color scheme helps maintain a consistent aesthetic, and the surface of the part is designed for everyday use – frequent door opening, resting your arm, and contact with clothing.

Thanks to its original manufacturer origin, the armrest maintains the correct proportions and styling line characteristic of the Mini brand, which is important for professional restoration or replacement of a damaged part.

Functional Characteristics and Installation Benefits

The door armrest serves several important functions in the daily operation of the vehicle:

• provides stable forearm support while driving,
• facilitates comfortable reach to the door handle and window controls,
• supports a proper driving position on longer journeys.

Choosing an original Mini part helps preserve the factory character of the interior and reduces the risk of installation issues typical of aftermarket alternatives. This is particularly important for vehicles where precise fitment and the absence of additional noises from the door area are crucial.

Used Condition and Economic Aspects

The armrest comes from the segment of used original parts, offering a favorable compromise between OEM quality and purchase cost. This type of solution is often chosen for post-accident repairs, replacement of worn upholstery elements, or restoring a car to a near-factory condition without excessive budget strain.

If you want to better plan your service budget and get practical tips on choosing used components, it's worth reading the guide on rising repair costs and the boom in used parts: rising repair costs and the boom in used parts.

Expanding Mini Interior Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door and interior area in your Mini and need other parts from the same group, such as door panels, handles, or decorative inserts, check the available parts in the Other Mini category.

To compare the characteristics of equipment and technical solutions in different model lines of sports cars, you can also refer to the comparative material on body construction, powertrain, and chassis systems: Audi RS vs. other models – what's under the hood and chassis?. This type of knowledge helps in consciously selecting components for other vehicles as well, including Mini cars.