Mini Cooper R55 Chrome Rear Left Right Handle Bracket Splitdoor 7228923

Description

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini Cooper R55 Chrome Rear Left Right Handle Bracket Splitdoor is an original body component from the Door handles group, designed for the rear part of the vehicle. The chrome finish ensures a consistent look with factory Mini details, and the OEM construction guarantees a proper fit to the body without the need for modifications. This is a practical solution when replacing a damaged handle or refreshing the exterior styling of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7228923
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7228923
• Substitutable numbers: 51247228923, 7228923, 51247167496, 7167496
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented handle has been designed for installation in the rear part of the Mini body, with the possibility of use on the left or right side, in accordance with the vehicle placement designation. This solution facilitates the selection of the component for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual body components, maintaining factory geometry and door operation ergonomics.

Chrome finish and body aesthetics

The chrome surface of the handle gives the body a characteristic, elegant look, typical of Mini styling. The Chrome color blends well with both light and dark paint finishes, emphasizing the side line of the vehicle and visually integrating with other decorative elements. Thanks to this, replacing a damaged handle does not disrupt the stylistic consistency, and the car retains its original character.

Technical characteristics and fitment

The handle comes from the line of original Mini components, which translates into proper fitment with the door panel and correct cooperation with the lock mechanism. The construction intended for the specific R55 body model allows for installation in place of the factory element, without the need for modifying mounting holes or additional adjustments.

The item has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year. This allows for precise selection of the handle to the existing lock system and installation, minimizing the risk of incompatibility.

Condition, application and benefits of installation

The offered handle is a used item, which represents a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original build quality. Replacing a damaged or worn handle with an original component from the secondary market allows for restoring the proper operation of the door opening mechanism and body aesthetics at limited financial expense.

This solution is particularly useful for body and paint repairs, vehicle restoration, or preparing a car for sale, where both proper operation and maintaining the factory exterior appearance are important.

Complementary Mini Door handles

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as exterior front handles, rear grips, or additional lock operating elements, check the available parts in the Mini Door handles category.

Why consider used body components

In the case of brands known for solidity and durability, well-chosen used body components can be a reasonable choice, especially for maintenance and post-accident repairs. You can find more about the practical aspects of using secondary market parts, selection criteria, and installation issues in the article Volkswagen – solidity and reliability. Why are used VW parts a reasonable choice?, the tips of which can also be applied to planning repairs for other brands.