Mini Cooper F56 Rear Tailgate Boot Trunk Lid Glass Window AS2

Mini Cooper F56 Rear Tailgate Boot Trunk Lid Glass Window AS2 is an original body component designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory geometry, it ensures proper tailgate closure, sealing, and stable mounting of accessories. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged window, or restoring the car to its factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7466421
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7466421
• Substitutable numbers: 51317466421, 7466421, 51317374326, 7374326
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and function of the rear window

The rear tailgate window in the Mini Cooper F56 is responsible for proper rear visibility, operation with the wiper, and sealing the luggage compartment. A properly selected component from the Car glass category is crucial for driving safety, acoustic comfort, and protecting the interior from moisture.

The AS2 marking indicates the type of homologated glass used as standard in modern cars, which translates to compliance with requirements regarding strength and light transmission. Using an original window allows for the proper operation of associated components, such as seals, hinges, or tailgate struts.

Construction and performance parameters

The offered window is a structural element intended for installation in the rear part of the body, in place of the factory tailgate glass. The shape and edge profile are matched to the Mini body, which facilitates installation and ensures proper adhesion to the seal and the tailgate frame.

In practice, this means:

• proper fitment with the tailgate without the need for modifications,
• preservation of factory gaps and body lines,
• the ability to use original mounting points for accessories.

As an OEM Mini part, the window maintains compliance with factory glass quality standards, which is important for technical inspections and any potential further bodywork repairs.

Condition, origin, and service application

The presented window comes from dismantling and is offered as a used original component. For many Mini Cooper F56 users, this is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining factory quality and fitment. Replacing a damaged window with an original component from the secondary market allows for cost reduction while maintaining compliance with the vehicle's design.

This solution works particularly well in situations where:

• the rear window has cracked or shattered,
• repair is necessary after a rear-end collision,
• you want to restore the car to a state close to factory condition after previous non-factory modifications.

Benefits of using an original Mini window

Using an original rear window in the Mini Cooper F56 provides a number of practical benefits. Above all, you maintain the factory body geometry, which is important for the operation of the lock, hinges, and tailgate struts. Properly selected glass also facilitates the correct setting and operation of the rear wiper and any window heating, if the vehicle is equipped with it.

Choosing an OEM part from the secondary market also means:

• better predictability of installation compared to replacements with uncertain geometry,
• reduced risk of leaks and rattles resulting from poor fitment,
• the possibility of future resale of the car while maintaining original design solutions.

Technical support and related content

If you are planning a wider range of bodywork or car modernization, it is worth checking out materials regarding the selection and replacement of glass elements and other body components. For a comparison of manufacturers' approaches to the construction of sports hatchbacks, you can check the article on the evolution of the VW Golf GTI and the selection of used body parts and glazing, which shows how manufacturers design key body elements in dynamic models.

If you are simultaneously carrying out repairs in other areas of the vehicle, you can also browse our category of advice on steering and power steering systems to better plan comprehensive car service and combine the window replacement with other workshop tasks.