Mini R50 R52 R53 Front Right Door O/S Chili Red - 851

Listing details and visual condition of the part

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

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

Mini R50 R53 Front Right Door Chili Red - 851 is an original body part from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for installation on the front right side of Mini R50/R53 series models. The factory color Chili Red - 851 allows for a seamless match with the bodywork without the need for paint shade adjustments, facilitating professional accident repairs or replacement of worn-out parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7202912-CHRED
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7202912
• Substitutable numbers: 41517202912, 7202912, 41517033210, 41517133944, 7033210, 7133944
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Intended Use and Fitment for Mini R50/R53

The presented front right door has been specifically designed for the Mini R50 and R53 chassis, maintaining the factory mounting points for hinges, the lock, and seals. This ensures the part retains the correct body geometry, which is crucial for both safety and proper door closure and cabin sealing.

Its placement in the front section of the vehicle, on the passenger side, allows for direct replacement of damaged paneling without altering the pillar or sill structure. The door is prepared for further configuration with the specific hardware for the vehicle (window, lock, wiring harness – according to the car's equipment).

Chili Red - 851 Color and Paint Aspects

The factory color Chili Red - 851 is a distinctive, intense red used by Mini, which accentuates the dynamic character of the bodywork. Using a door with the same paint code limits the scope of painting work to potential shade matching with adjacent panels, which is advantageous for spot repairs.

A uniform color across the entire panel surface simplifies the painter's work and helps maintain a consistent vehicle aesthetic after repair. For professional bodywork renovations, using a part in its original shade reduces completion time and minimizes the risk of tonal differences between panels.

Technical and Constructional Characteristics

The door belongs to the Doors and Door Panels group, meaning it is a key element of the vehicle's external side structure, responsible for passenger protection, body rigidity, and proper window and seal operation. The construction is adapted to work with factory Mini hinges and locks, facilitating installation and adjustment.

The part has a specific weight, determined by the manufacturer to ensure proper door balance relative to the hinges and closing force. This allows for smooth operation of the opening mechanism and a stable seal fit after correct installation, contributing to interior acoustic comfort.

Condition, Origin, and Application in Repairs

The door is offered as a used part, enabling an economical yet technically sound repair of the Mini's bodywork. Such parts are particularly useful for accident repairs, localized corrosion correction, or replacing doors after parking damage, when preserving the original construction and factory pressings is desired.

In workshop practice, using a used, original door panel often reduces repair time compared to bodywork on a heavily deformed part. This leads to a more predictable final result in terms of fit with the fender, sill, and pillar, and helps maintain correct assembly gaps.

Integration with Other Mini Body Parts

The Mini R50/R53 front right door is compatible with factory seals, locks, windows, and mirrors designed for this generation of the chassis. This ensures stylistic consistency and proper functionality of all mechanisms related to opening, closing, and window operation after installation.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your Mini and require other parts from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or complete door shells, check the available parts in the Mini Doors and Door Panels category.

For users preparing their car for the season or a major body service, practical tips on selecting used components may also be useful. You can find them in the article Winter Essentials: Which Used Car Parts Are Worth Checking and Replacing Before the Frost?, which discusses, among other things, the importance of correctly selecting body parts for safety and durability.