Boot Trunk Lid Mini Cooper R50 R53 Tailgate British Racing Green Metallic - 895

Visual condition of the part

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

Boot Trunk Lid Mini Cooper R50 R53 Tailgate British Racing Green Metallic is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Finished in the distinctive British Racing Green Metallic color, this tailgate allows for a consistent, aesthetic, and technically correct body repair for your Mini, without compromising on fitment or geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7139735-BRG1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7139735
• Substitutable numbers: 41627139735, 7139735, 41627037435, 41007067826, 7037435, 7067826, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: British Racing Green Metallic - 895 / A67
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for Mini R50/R53

The tailgate has been designed as a structural body component for the Mini, mounted in the rear area of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory-spec geometry, it maintains the correct body lines, which facilitates gap alignment, proper closing, and integration with other rear-end components such as the bumper, seals, or lighting.

Its original Mini origin helps maintain the vehicle's structural rigidity and ensures the proper operation of hinges and the lock, which is important for both user comfort and operational safety.

Technical and structural characteristics

As a component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the tailgate serves both a protective and structural function in the rear of the body. The design is intended to work with factory mounting points, which limits the need for bodywork modifications and allows for installation using standard workshop procedures.

Its placement in the rear zone of the vehicle means the tailgate helps form the luggage compartment, ensures the tightness of the cargo area, and maintains the correct lines of the roof and fenders. This used component enables cost-effective post-accident repair or body restoration while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

British Racing Green Metallic paint finish

The tailgate is finished in British Racing Green Metallic - 895 / A67, a color characteristic of both classic and newer Mini versions. The metallic paint coating ensures visual consistency with bodywork in the same shade, which limits the scope of potential paintwork and facilitates color matching.

For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of reducing repair time and achieving more precise color matching against other body panels, while maintaining an aesthetic consistent with the vehicle's factory character.

Used condition and installation benefits

As a used part, the tailgate is a cost-effective solution for Mini body repairs, especially in the case of mechanical or collision damage to the rear of the vehicle. The original construction facilitates installation at standard mounting points, which makes the work easier for both independent and authorized service centers.

This type of component is a popular choice for post-accident repairs, restorations, and returning a vehicle to a factory-like state, while maintaining proper geometry and compatibility with other body components.

Integration with other Mini body components

The tailgate works in conjunction with hinges, the lock, seals, and elements from the Bumpers and reinforcements group in the rear of the body. A correctly selected, original panel facilitates adjustment relative to the bumper, lights, and fenders, which translates into even gaps and the proper operation of the opening mechanism.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or covers, check out the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Technical support and practical knowledge

When planning broader service work, it is also worth considering the condition of other vehicle systems, especially during periods of increased operational load. Additional tips on optimizing repair costs and selecting used components can be found in our guide Summer heat vs. cooling system: used radiators and fans as a guarantee of savings, which shows how to consciously use the used parts market.