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The MINI Cabrio R52 Headrest Seat Cover Housing is an original interior part designed for installation on the right side of the seat in the MINI Cabrio R52 model. Finished in black, this cover aesthetically completes the headrest area, enhancing the visual cohesion of the upholstery and protecting the seat structure. It's a practical solution for users looking to restore the factory appearance of their interior after damage or missing plastic components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7117266
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7117266
• Substitutable numbers: 51437117266, 7117266, 51437117264, 7117264
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Fitment for MINI Cabrio R52

The housing is specifically designed for the MINI Cabrio R52 model, ensuring a precise fit with the seat and headrest structure on the right side of the vehicle. As a part from the Other category, it serves a supplementary but important function for interior completeness – especially in cars after seat removal, upholstery repairs, or collisions.

The black plastic finish allows for harmonious integration with most MINI interior color schemes, without the need for additional painting or modifications. Installation is done at the factory mounting points, minimizing the risk of looseness, creaks, and unsightly gaps.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

The headrest housing performs several key functional roles:

• covers the headrest adjustment mechanism and seat structural components,
• stabilizes the right-side seat's side trim,
• reduces dirt accumulation around the headrest guides,
• enhances the visual continuity of the interior upholstery and plastics.

As an original MINI part, the housing complies with factory dimensional and installation standards, facilitating work for both service centers and DIY replacements. The product has assigned replacement numbers, simplifying verification of compatibility with specific seat trim levels.

Used Condition and Benefits of Choosing OEM

This part comes from the secondary market, offering a reasonable cost while maintaining the original MINI specifications. Compared to aftermarket alternatives, the original headrest housing provides a better fit with the guides and upholstery, as well as consistency with the interior's design language. This is particularly important in a convertible, where the interior is often exposed with the roof down.

Choosing a used OEM component is also beneficial in terms of repair time – the part is ready for installation without waiting for production or fitting an aftermarket substitute. For workshops and individual users, this means efficiently restoring seat completeness and minimizing vehicle downtime.

Installation Tips and Practical Application

The right-side headrest seat cover housing for the MINI Cabrio R52 is designed for installation at the factory location, utilizing existing mounting points. Before installation, it is advisable to:

• check the condition of the headrest guides and adjustment mechanisms,
• clean the contact surfaces of dust and dirt,
• verify the housing's shape matches the passenger-side seat.

Properly prepared installation minimizes the risk of future creaks and looseness, and achieves an aesthetically pleasing final result. This solution is particularly useful after seat replacement, post-accident repairs, or interior refurbishment.

Extended Offer and Additional Materials

If you are looking for other parts from the Other category dedicated to this brand, check out the other accessories and MINI equipment parts available in our store, which will allow you to comprehensively supplement or refresh your car's interior.

To compare the characteristics of sports car versions and their components, you can read an article on our blog Audi RS vs. Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?, where we discuss differences in engine, brake, and suspension designs in the context of selecting appropriate parts.

If you are interested in how the use of used OEM parts affects repair time and workshop workflow, an entry on the availability of used OEM parts and shortening repair times may also be helpful, demonstrating the practical benefits of choosing proven components from the secondary market.