Mini R52 Sport Seat Front Right O/S Heated English Leather Panther Black

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini R52 Sport Seat Front Right O/S Heated English Leather Panther Black is an original component from the Seats and benches group, designed for installation on the right side of the front cabin. The black leather upholstery and integrated heating provide significantly higher driving comfort and an aesthetic interior finish in the style characteristic of the Mini brand.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7216910-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7216910
• Substitutable numbers: 7216910, 52107216910
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Seat characteristics and purpose

The presented seat is designed as a front component, mounted on the right side, which allows for maintaining the factory ergonomics of the Mini R52 interior. The structure of the seat base and backrest is adapted to the cabin geometry of this model, ensuring the seat works well with the factory mounts and the vehicle's safety system.

The black leather upholstery gives the interior a cohesive, orderly look and makes it easy to keep the surface clean. The seat belongs to the Seats and benches group, meaning it is a component that directly affects the driver's or passenger's position, travel comfort, and the visual perception of the cabin.

Finish, ergonomics, and heating function

The leather seat cover provides a pleasant-to-touch, uniform material with a stable structure that withstands daily use well. The black color scheme allows for easy matching with most Mini interior configurations, both in more classic versions and those with a dynamic character.

A significant advantage is the integrated seat heating, which improves thermal comfort in colder conditions. The heating function accelerates the warming of the seat and backrest surfaces, which is particularly noticeable during daily car use in the autumn-winter season and on longer trips.

"Sidewalk" configuration and Mini fitment

The Sidewalk version stands out with its characteristic finish style, consistent with the equipment line of this Mini variant. The materials used and the shape of the seat are designed to maintain proper lateral support and a stable seating position, which translates into better vehicle control and less fatigue while driving.

As a component dedicated to the Mini, the seat is optimized for cabin geometry, which facilitates installation and integration with other interior components. This makes it a practical solution both when replacing a damaged seat and when planning an interior upgrade to the Sidewalk configuration.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The seat is offered as a used original Mini component, meaning it comes from disassembly and retains the manufacturer's factory specifications. Such components are often chosen for professional post-accident repairs, interior renovations, and projects aimed at restoring the car to a configuration close to factory condition.

Its placement in the vehicle as the front right seat makes it the right choice when replacing the passenger seat in a Mini R52, where maintaining the original look and functionality, including heating and the characteristic Sidewalk style, is required.

Comfort, aesthetics, and interior development

Using a leather, heated seat on the right side of the cabin allows for a clear increase in passenger travel comfort. Stable support, a pleasant-to-touch surface, and a cohesive interior color scheme positively influence the overall driving experience and the qualitative perception of the car.

If you are considering a wider cabin metamorphosis and want to better understand how branded seats from disassembly affect comfort and car value, it is worth checking out the guide: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from disassembly improve comfort and car value.

Expanding Mini seat configuration

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as rear seats, backrests, or additional seat modules, check out the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.