Mini F56 Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Midnight Black Metallic - A94

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mini F56 Trunk Lid Tailgate Boot Lid Midnight Black Metallic - A94 is an original body component from the Trunk lids and rear hatches group, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. The Midnight Black Metallic – A94 paint finish ensures consistency with the factory Mini color palette and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct repair of the rear bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7320545-MNB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7320545
• Substitutable numbers: 41007320545, 7320545
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Midnight Black Metallic - A94
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment

The presented trunk lid is a factory Mini body component, designed for installation on the rear of the F56 model. The original panel geometry ensures proper body line alignment, correct mounting gaps, and compatibility with the factory hinges, lock, and rear seal of the vehicle.

Thanks to the OEM construction, the trunk lid is a suitable solution for both post-accident repairs and the replacement of worn or corroded rear body components. This reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications and facilitates the alignment of the lid relative to the fenders and the rear bumper.

Color and paint finish

The component is finished in the factory Midnight Black Metallic – A94 color, characteristic of the Mini range. The metallic black effectively masks minor operational dirt and visually emphasizes the lines of the rear bodywork. For body and paint shops, this means the ability to match the coating to the existing vehicle paint based on standard color-matching procedures.

With proper restoration or polishing, the paint in this shade allows for a consistent visual effect with the remaining body panels, which is important for both fleet vehicle repairs and private cars, where both aesthetics and the vehicle's residual value are prioritized.

Characteristics of the used component

The trunk lid is a used part, which in practice means it comes from vehicle disassembly and may show signs of normal wear. For many users and workshops, this is a beneficial solution – the original body component ensures proper fitment while allowing for optimized repair costs compared to new parts.

A used OEM trunk lid also carries a lower risk of issues with geometry or sheet metal thickness compared to many aftermarket replacements, which translates into easier lock adjustment, proper closing, and stable mounting of seals and rear vehicle equipment.

Application in body repairs

This type of trunk lid is particularly useful for repairs following rear collisions, where the panel, lock edge, or hinge mounting zone is damaged. The original construction facilitates:

• recreating factory gaps between the lid and rear fenders,
• correct alignment of the lid surface relative to the bumper,
• maintaining the tightness of the luggage compartment after seal installation.

This allows the workshop to reduce the time spent fitting the component and focus on precise paint finishing and the installation of equipment, such as lighting or decorative trim, in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements.

Why choose a used OEM trunk lid

In the case of body components such as a trunk lid, an original used part often represents a reasonable compromise between cost and quality. The preserved factory construction and material help avoid many assembly problems typical of cheaper replacements. If you want to better understand when a used original part is a more favorable choice, check out the article 5 reasons why a used OEM part is a better choice than a replacement.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as lids, panels, or rear sections, check out the available parts in the Mini Trunk lids and rear hatches category.