Mini Countryman R60 Cooper Right O/S Sill Skirt Door Side Trim Cover Black

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini Countryman R60 Cooper Right O/S Sill Skirt Door Side Trim Cover Black is an original body component from the Sill skirts category, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. The black finish provides a consistent, subtle look for the sill while offering practical protection for this damage-prone area. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for accident repairs, restoration, or restoring the factory look of your Mini.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9801888-3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9801888
• Substitutable numbers: 51779801888, 9801888
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the sill skirt

The right sill skirt for the Mini Countryman R60 is responsible for covering and providing an aesthetic finish to the lower edge of the body on the passenger side. This component:

• protects the sill against minor mechanical damage resulting from entering and exiting the vehicle,
• limits the impact of dirt, sand, and small stones on the paint surface in the sill area,
• ensures visual continuity of the side body line, consistent with the manufacturer's design.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific body model, the correct mounting points and geometry are maintained, which facilitates installation and helps avoid fitment issues.

Color and visual fit

The black color of the sill skirt blends well with both light and dark body paints, creating a neutral, technical accent. This type of finish:

• masks typical signs of wear better than body-colored components,
• emphasizes the lower side line of the car, giving it a more compact, orderly silhouette,
• facilitates potential future replacements or repairs without the need for painting.

Using an original sill skirt allows you to maintain stylistic consistency with other exterior elements of the Mini, which is important for preserving the vehicle's value.

Installation characteristics

The sill skirt is designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle, which eliminates the risk of error when selecting the part for the correct side of the body. The OEM design ensures:

• factory mounting points compatible with the original Mini Countryman R60 sill,
• proper adhesion to the body surface without the need for modifications,
• the ability to use the original mounting solutions provided by the manufacturer.

The used component allows for an economical repair of the sill area while maintaining the proper technical and visual standard.

Use in repairs and restoration

Replacing the right sill skirt is particularly important after mechanical damage, corrosion, or intensive use in harsh conditions. Using an original Mini component:

• facilitates restoring the factory look of the side body section,
• reduces the risk of poor fitment characteristic of universal replacements,
• allows for compliance with service documentation and manufacturer standards.

This solution is recommended both for workshops specializing in the Mini brand and for individual users who care about technically correct repairs.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check out the available parts in the Mini sill skirts category.

For drivers interested in a broader approach to vehicle modification, including the use of dismantled parts for visual and mechanical tuning, the practical tips contained in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled components may be useful, which can also be easily applied to other brands.