Mini R60 Countryman Sport Seat Backrest Front Left N/S Cloth Leather Tobacco

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mini R60 Countryman Sport Seat Backrest Front Left N/S Cloth Leather Tobacco is a specialized component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation on the driver's side in the front interior. This is a solution for users who want to restore the full functionality of a sports seat or perform a thoughtful cabin upgrade while maintaining the factory character of the Mini brand. Thanks to the fabric upholstery with a sports profile, the backrest provides stable support and comfort in everyday use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9805153-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9805153
• Substitutable numbers: 9805153, 52109805153, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and vehicle fitment

The backrest has been designed for installation in the front, left part of the cabin, i.e., the driver's seat position. The construction is consistent with the geometry of the sports seat used in the Mini R60, which allows for maintaining the correct position behind the steering wheel and the proper back support angle.

The element is dedicated for use in the Mini brand, which means maintaining a consistent interior design line and compatibility with factory backrest mounts and adjustment mechanisms in the given seat model.

Construction and upholstery material

The presented backrest belongs to the sports seat group, which translates into more clearly defined side profiles and better body retention in corners. The applied fabric upholstery ensures predictable behavior in daily use, good grip of clothing to the seat, and stable support on longer journeys.

The half-leather finish mentioned in the name refers to the complete seat in a given equipment version – the offered item is a backrest with fabric upholstery, which can work with a seat cushion of varying finish (e.g., fabric / half-leather) depending on the vehicle's interior configuration.

Seat function and ergonomics

The backrest plays a key role in the ergonomics of the driver's seat – it is responsible for:

• stable back support in the vertical and transverse axis,
• maintaining the correct position behind the steering wheel during city and highway driving,
• cooperation with seat tilt adjustment mechanisms,
• maintaining the consistent side line of the sports seat.

Thanks to the sports profile of the backrest, the user gains more decisive side support, which improves vehicle control during dynamic maneuvers. At the same time, the fabric upholstery promotes comfort during long-distance travel, reducing sliding on the seat surface.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered item has the status of used, which means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear and tear. This type of component is an attractive solution for people who want to restore the efficiency of a sports seat or recreate the original Mini interior while maintaining a reasonable cost level.

Choosing an original backrest from the secondary market allows you to maintain consistency with the factory seat construction, avoiding fitment problems that often occur with universal replacements.

Application in tuning and interior modernization

The sports seat backrest on the driver's side is a common starting point when upgrading the Mini R60 cabin – both in the case of repairs after damage and during gradual interior tuning. Replacing a worn or deformed backrest with a functional element allows you to quickly improve the perceived driving comfort and the visual reception of the seat.

If you are planning broader changes in the cabin, including replacing seats or the steering wheel, it is worth checking out the tips on interior modifications. Practical advice can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, where it is described how to effectively use used seats and other equipment elements.

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