Mini Cooper Clubman R55 Hinge Split Rear Door Right O/S Chili Red 2757542

Mini Cooper Clubman R55 Hinge Split Rear Door Right O/S Chili Red is an original BMW body component designed for the right rear split door of the Clubman body style. Finished in the factory Chili Red - 851 color, it ensures visual consistency of the bodywork and proper door geometry. It is a practical solution for accident repairs, replacing a worn hinge, or restoring the full functionality of the rear body section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2757542-CHRED
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2757542
• Substitutable numbers: 41542757542, 2757542, 41547167438, 7167438, 1418791, 14187910
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the hinge

The presented hinge is dedicated for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle, in the area of the cargo-passenger doors characteristic of the Clubman body. It is responsible for:

• stable door guidance during opening and closing,
• maintaining the correct axis of rotation for the door leaf,
• reducing play and unwanted vibrations,
• proper door fitment against seals and the latch.

Thanks to the factory design, the hinge works with the original mounting points on the MINI Clubman R55 body, which facilitates installation and adjustment.

Chili Red - 851 color and visual matching

The component is finished in Chili Red - 851, used by the factory in MINI vehicles. This reduces the need for additional paint work in the hinge area, especially during repairs where the outer part of the component is visible when the door is open. Maintaining color consistency:

• facilitates integration with the existing body paint,
• minimizes shade differences in the door edge area,
• speeds up the body and paint repair process.

Characteristics of the original BMW part

The hinge comes from the BMW OE line, which means compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards regarding geometry, durability, and mounting method. In practice, this translates into:

• secure fitment with the door structure and body pillar,
• maintaining the mounting clearances specified by the manufacturer,
• easier adjustment of the door position relative to the body.

As a part removed from a vehicle, the hinge has already confirmed compatibility with the MINI Clubman R55 platform, which is crucial for precision hinge components.

Application in repairs and restorations

This hinge will prove particularly useful in situations where there has been:

• mechanical damage to the right rear door,
• wear of the hinge pin resulting in door sagging,
• problems with closing or even door fitment,
• accident repair requiring the replacement of mounting elements.

Choosing a used, original hinge is often a beneficial solution compared to replacements with uncertain geometry. You can read more about the advantages of such solutions in body repairs in the article on choosing used body parts instead of replacements.

Technical support and additional resources

Before purchasing, it is worth comparing the part markings and placement on the vehicle with the data in the specification to ensure that the hinge matches the configuration of your MINI Clubman R55. In case of extensive body or chassis modifications, technical materials regarding high-performance cars may also be helpful – for example, the structural analysis in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis? allows for a better understanding of the differences in the design of body and chassis components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body section of your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as mounts, brackets, or small structural components, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.