Front Seat Mini R50 R53 Left N/S Sport Panther Black Leather Profile Heated

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Front Seat Mini R50 R53 Left N/S Sport Panther Black Leather Profile Heated is an original, used seat from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation on the driver's side in first-generation Mini models. The sporty design, integrated heating, and black leather upholstery create a cohesive, functional solution for drivers expecting better support and higher comfort in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7073015-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7073015
• Substitutable numbers: 52107063703, 7063703, 52107073015, 7073015
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The presented seat is designed as a front-row component for the left side, which corresponds to the driver's position in left-hand drive Mini vehicles. The seat and backrest construction is adapted to the characteristics of the Mini R50/R53 body, ensuring proper mounting points and ergonomics of the driving position are maintained.

As an original Mini component, the seat ensures stylistic consistency with other interior elements and compatibility with factory vehicle installations, including the seat heating system.

Construction, material, and color scheme

The upholstery is made of black leather, which increases wear resistance compared to fabrics and makes the surface easier to keep clean. The leather finish fits well into the character of the Mini interior, providing an aesthetic, subdued look that is easy to match with various cockpit color configurations.

The sporty profile of the seat provides more pronounced side support in the backrest and seat area, which improves body stabilization during dynamic driving. Integrated seat and backrest heating increases thermal comfort in colder conditions, which is particularly noticeable in daily vehicle use.

Functionality of the sports seat with heating

The combination of sporty profiling and the heating function makes the seat perform well in both city driving and on longer routes. Heating allows for reaching a comfortable temperature faster, which is especially beneficial with leather upholstery, which warms up more slowly in low ambient temperatures.

The sporty seat construction supports a correct driving position, which can translate into better vehicle control and reduced driver fatigue. As a result, the seat is a functional addition for users who want to improve the ergonomics of the driver's workspace without interfering with the body structure.

Application in Mini interior modernization

Replacing a standard seat with a sporty heated seat is a frequently chosen solution when refreshing a Mini interior or upgrading the car with more advanced equipment. The leather upholstery and consistent color scheme allow for an aesthetic cabin modernization without the need to replace other interior elements.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front seating area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional seats, backrests, or rear benches, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and benches category.

Benefits of choosing a branded used seat

A branded, used Mini seat allows you to maintain the factory character of the interior while reducing costs compared to new equipment components. The original construction is designed for long-term use, which promotes mounting stability and predictable seat behavior in daily operation.

If you are considering a wider cabin transformation and want to better understand how replacing seats affects comfort and the perceived value of the car, it is worth reading the guide: Interior transformation: How branded seats from dismantling will drastically improve comfort and increase the value of your car.

For owners of more sporty versions interested in further improving their Mini using original components from dismantling, the article MINI John Cooper Works – what makes it stand out and how to upgrade your MINI?, which discusses modification possibilities using branded used parts, may also be helpful.