Mini R52 Seat Headrest Front Left Right N/O/S English Leather Panther Black

Mini R52 Seat Headrest Front Left Right N/O/S English Leather Panther Black is an original component from the Headrests category, designed for installation on the front driver or passenger seats. The used black leather upholstery ensures a consistent look with the factory Mini interior and provides solid head support while driving. It is a practical solution both for replacing a damaged headrest and for completing the interior after seat modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7216900
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7216900
• Substitutable numbers: 7216900, 52107216900
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Headrests

Construction and materials

The presented headrest is made of durable black leather, which is easy to keep clean and blends well with factory Mini upholstery. The leather surface is resistant to typical operational wear, such as frequent contact with clothing or temperature changes inside the vehicle. The headrest construction is adapted for installation on front seats, with the possibility of use on both the left and right sides, which increases flexibility when matching a specific interior configuration.

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The element is designed for the front seat area in the Mini Cabrio R52 and plays a key role in terms of comfort and ergonomics for the driver and passenger. A properly contoured headrest helps stabilize the cervical spine while driving and during sudden maneuvers. Thanks to the use of black leather, it is easy to integrate into the existing interior – it works well both as a replacement for a single element and when supplementing missing equipment after previous modifications.

Benefits of using an original Mini headrest

Using an original Mini headrest with leather upholstery allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the cabin and the factory fit to the guides in the seat backrest. This solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs, interior restoration, or returning the car to a specification close to the original. Black leather is visually universal, making it compatible with most color configurations of the dashboard, door panels, and other upholstery elements.

Practical applications and installation

The headrest can be used in several typical service scenarios:

• replacing a damaged or missing headrest on the driver's seat,
• replacing a headrest on the passenger seat to maintain interior completeness,
• completing the set when changing seats to a leather version in the Mini Cabrio R52.

Thanks to the factory design, installation is carried out via standard guides in the seat backrest, allowing for quick insertion and height adjustment according to user preferences. The original mounting geometry promotes secure seating of the headrest and stable performance in daily use.

Expanding Mini interior equipment

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front seat area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional headrests, supplementary supports, or compatible seat trim elements, check out the available parts in the Mini Headrests category.

For broader projects related to cabin personalization or improving ergonomics, it is worth considering the use of used components of proven quality. You can find more practical tips on safe tuning using second-hand parts in the article Tuning with used parts – how to gain performance without spending a fortune.