Mini Paceman R61 Retaining Strip Rear Left N/S C-Pillar Trim Cover 9810487

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini Paceman R61 Retaining Strip Rear Left N/S C-Pillar Trim Cover is a component from the Protective and decorative strips group, designed for installation in the rear left part of the bodywork. It provides an aesthetic finish to the window edge and stable guidance for the seal, which translates into a tidy appearance of the car's side line and proper water drainage around the window area. As an original Mini OE component, it guarantees a proper fit to the bodywork and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9810487
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9810487
• Substitutable numbers: 9810487, 51379810487
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the rear window strip

The described strip is intended for installation in the rear left part of the vehicle, in the side window zone. Its tasks include:

• stabilization of the window edge and the adjacent seal,
• protection of the glass-to-body contact point against minor mechanical damage,
• organizing the flow of water and contaminants along the window edge,
• completing the stylistic line of the side bodywork.

Thanks to its precise profile, the strip works with factory body components, reducing the risk of unwanted play, rattles, or vibrations in the window area.

Compatibility and fit for the vehicle

The strip has been designed with the specific geometry of the rear side section in mind. This means that:

• the shape and length of the profile correspond to the window line in the rear left part of the body,
• the mounting points are consistent with the factory holes and clips in the bodywork,
• after installation, the continuity of the stylistic line with the other window strips is maintained.

Such a fit facilitates installation and allows for restoring the original appearance of the vehicle's side section after a collision, window removal, or replacement of damaged trim elements.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered strip comes from the Protective and decorative strips group, which means it combines a protective function with an aesthetic finish for the bodywork. The product is in used condition, which in practice means it may show signs of previous use typical for this type of element, while maintaining full mounting functionality. For the user, this means the possibility of an economical replacement of a damaged strip while maintaining original geometry and fitment.

Benefits of using an original Mini OE strip

Using an original Mini OE element in the rear left part of the bodywork brings a number of practical benefits:

• secure fit to the window edge and bodywork without the need for modifications,
• consistent appearance with other side trim elements,
• preservation of factory gaps and sheet metal parting lines,
• reduction of the risk of leaks around the window resulting from improper installation of aftermarket parts.

Thanks to this, replacing a damaged strip allows for restoring the proper appearance and function of the window zone without interfering with the body structure.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side window trim zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Mini protective and decorative strips category.

More practical information on selecting body components by catalog numbers as well as on diagnostics and component regeneration can be found in the article Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, which discusses, among other things, the principles of working with OEM and reference numbers in the service process.