Mini Cabrio R52 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Dark Silver Metallic - 871

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mini Cabrio R52 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Dark Silver Metallic is an original body component from the Boot lids and tailgates category, designed for installation in the rear section of the Mini convertible. Finished in Dark Silver Metallic - 871, it allows for a visually consistent match with the factory paintwork and maintains the proper body geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7132880-DS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7132880
• Substitutable numbers: 41627132880, 7132880, 41627143825, 7143825
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Dark Silver Metallic - 871
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for the Mini R52 Cabrio

The presented tailgate is designed specifically for the Mini R52 series convertible, taking into account the characteristic construction of the rear body section. Its placement in the rear area of the vehicle ensures proper fitment with exterior body panels, lighting, and luggage compartment seals.

Its original Mini brand origin helps maintain factory body lines, which is essential for both accident repairs and precise vehicle restoration. As a result, this component can be used as a replacement for a damaged tailgate without the need for modifications to the rear body structure.

Dark Silver Metallic - 871 color and paint aspects

The tailgate is finished in the Dark Silver Metallic - 871 shade, characteristic of many Mini configurations. The metallic paint coating allows for an aesthetic match to a body with the same color code, which limits the scope of any necessary paint work to minor corrections and shade matching.

In practice, this means that with proper surface preparation and paint thickness control, a consistent visual effect can be achieved with the remaining body panels. This is particularly important in a convertible, where the rear part of the vehicle is highly exposed.

Functional and installation characteristics

As an item from the Boot lids and tailgates category, this tailgate is responsible for the proper closing of the luggage compartment, as well as working with hinges and lock components. The design intended for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle allows for maintaining proper body rigidity and the correct operation of seals and opening mechanisms.

The product is offered in a used condition, which in practice means that before installation, standard verification for any signs of wear, surface preparation, and fitting to the specific vehicle is recommended. This approach allows for optimizing installation time and reducing the scope of additional service work.

Using a used OEM tailgate in repairs

Using an original, used Mini tailgate is a beneficial solution in situations where the priority is to maintain factory body geometry while reducing repair costs. An OEM component from the same model series usually works better with existing mounting points and factory seals than universal aftermarket replacements.

In the case of accident repairs or vehicle restoration, it is worth noting that a properly selected tailgate can shorten the time required for body and paint work, as well as facilitate the adjustment of panel gaps. This, in turn, translates into a more predictable final result and long-term operational stability.

Support in part selection and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body section of your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, panels, or other lids, check the available parts in the Mini Boot lids and tailgates category.

If you want to reduce the vehicle's downtime at the service center and better understand how the use of used OEM components affects repair speed, check out the article Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten workshop stays?, where you will find practical tips on organizing the service process.