BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 Cover Instrument Panel Right O/S Panther Black

BMW Mini Cooper One R50 R52 R53 Cover Instrument Panel Right O/S Panther Black is a factory interior component designed for the right side of the dashboard in first-generation Mini models. It allows for the aesthetic and functional covering of the mounting hole, restoring a cohesive look to the cockpit and ensuring proper routing of wiring under the dashboard. Thanks to its original geometry and precise fit to the dashboard, installation is predictable and repeatable.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7144592-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1171152
• Substitutable numbers: 51457144592, 7144592, 51451171152, 1171152, 7141066, 7144590
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The described cover is dedicated to Mini Cooper R50, R52, and R53 series models and serves as a blanking plug on the right side of the dashboard. Its tasks include:

• closing the technical opening in the dashboard structure,
• protecting the wiring and mounts located underneath,
• maintaining the consistent stylistic line of the cockpit,
• limiting the ingress of dust into the interior of the dashboard structure.

With this component, you can easily restore the factory look of the interior after the removal or damage of the original cover.

Construction, color, and fitment

The cover was designed as an OEM part, which means its shape, mounting points, and edge profile are consistent with the factory Mini Cooper dashboard. The Panther Black color allows for the harmonious integration of the element into most interior configurations of these models, without the need for additional visual adjustments.

The placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures compatibility with the dashboard design in versions intended for this generation of Mini. The properly contoured outer surface facilitates achieving a flush plane with adjacent panels, which is important both in terms of aesthetics and ergonomics.

Condition, origin, and service application

The item comes from dismantling and is offered as a used original Mini part, which in practice means maintaining factory manufacturing standards while reducing repair costs compared to a new component. This type of cover is particularly useful in situations where:

• mechanical damage or cracking of the existing cover has occurred,
• after previous interior modifications, it is necessary to return to a configuration close to the factory one,
• there is a need to aesthetically close an opening left by removed additional equipment.

Using an original element from the same model line minimizes the risk of installation problems and unwanted rattles or squeaks during operation.

Benefits of using the original dashboard cover

Choosing this dashboard cover for the Mini Cooper R50, R52, R53 allows you to maintain the structural and visual consistency of the interior. The most important advantages include:

• factory fit with the dashboard – no need for modifications or forced adjustments,
• maintaining the original Mini cockpit styling,
• the possibility of economical repair using parts from dismantling,
• reduction of unwanted noises resulting from poorly fitted interior elements.

For workshops and individual users, this means predictable installation and a stable final result, without compromises in terms of fitment.

Related components and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, trim panels, or mounting plugs, check the available parts in the Other Mini category.

When planning broader modernization work in the interior or mechanical systems, it is worth expanding your knowledge about the structural differences between sports and standard versions – a helpful article on our blog may be: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate components depending on the model version.