{"product_id":"mini-hatch-mk2-2006-2014-rear-bootlid-tailgate-strut-shock-8826290365n","title":"Mini Hatch Mk2 2006-2014 Rear Bootlid Tailgate Strut Shock 8826290365N","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n        \n        \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    \/* PREMIUM LUXURY STYLING - EBAY COMPLIANT *\/\n    .tpp-container {\n        font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n        font-size: 18px;\n        line-height: 1.6;\n        color: #333333;\n        background-color: #f4f4f4;\n        max-width: 1200px;\n        margin: 0 auto;\n        padding: 20px;\n    }\n    .tpp-header {\n        background-color: #1a1a1a;\n        color: #ffffff;\n        text-align: center;\n        padding: 40px 20px;\n        border-bottom: 5px solid #004225; \/* British Racing Green Accent *\/\n        position: relative;\n    }\n    .tpp-header h1 {\n        font-size: 32px;\n        margin: 0;\n        letter-spacing: 1px;\n        text-transform: uppercase;\n    }\n    .tpp-brand-logo {\n        font-size: 24px;\n        font-weight: bold;\n        color: #004225;\n        margin-bottom: 10px;\n    }\n    .tpp-watermark {\n        position: absolute;\n        top: 10px;\n        right: 10px;\n        opacity: 0.1;\n        font-size: 60px;\n        font-weight: 900;\n        pointer-events: none;\n    }\n    .tpp-section {\n        background-color: #ffffff;\n        margin-top: 20px;\n        padding: 30px;\n        border-radius: 8px;\n        box-shadow: 0 4px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\n    }\n    .tpp-section h2 {\n        color: #1a1a1a;\n        border-bottom: 2px solid #e0e0e0;\n        padding-bottom: 10px;\n        font-size: 24px;\n        text-transform: uppercase;\n    }\n    .tpp-image-grid {\n        display: flex;\n        flex-wrap: wrap;\n        gap: 20px;\n        margin-top: 20px;\n    }\n    .tpp-image-card {\n        flex: 1 1 calc(50% - 20px);\n        min-width: 300px;\n        text-align: center;\n    }\n    .tpp-image-card img {\n        width: 100%;\n        height: auto;\n        border-radius: 8px;\n        border: 1px solid #ddd;\n    }\n    .tpp-image-caption {\n        font-size: 14px;\n        color: #666;\n        margin-top: 8px;\n        font-style: italic;\n    }\n    .tpp-table {\n        width: 100%;\n        border-collapse: collapse;\n        margin-top: 20px;\n        font-size: 18px;\n    }\n    .tpp-table th, .tpp-table td {\n        border: 1px solid #ddd;\n        padding: 15px;\n        text-align: left;\n    }\n    .tpp-table th {\n        background-color: #1a1a1a;\n        color: #ffffff;\n    }\n    .tpp-table tr:nth-child(even) {\n        background-color: #f9f9f9;\n    }\n    .tpp-highlight {\n        color: #004225;\n        font-weight: bold;\n    }\n    .tpp-alert {\n        background-color: #fff3cd;\n        border-left: 5px solid #ffecb5;\n        padding: 15px;\n        margin: 20px 0;\n        color: #856404;\n    }\n    .tpp-eco {\n        background-color: #e8f5e9;\n        border: 2px dashed #4caf50;\n        padding: 20px;\n        text-align: center;\n        border-radius: 8px;\n        font-weight: bold;\n        color: #2e7d32;\n    }\n    .tpp-qr-container {\n        text-align: center;\n        margin-top: 20px;\n    }\n    .tpp-qr-container img {\n        width: 150px;\n        height: 150px;\n        border: 3px solid #1a1a1a;\n        padding: 5px;\n        border-radius: 10px;\n    }\n    .tpp-footer {\n        text-align: center;\n        margin-top: 40px;\n        padding: 20px;\n        font-size: 14px;\n        color: #666;\n    }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\n\n        \n        \n        \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-container\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- Header --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-header\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-watermark\"\u003eTHEPARTPILOT\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-brand-logo\"\u003eTHEPARTPILOT\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch1\u003eMINI Hatch Mk2 (2006-2014) Bootlid Tailgate Strut Shock \u003c\/h1\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"font-size: 20px; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003ePremium Recycled Auto Parts | Global VAT Scheme | Worldwide Delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Vehicle Reference Section --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eVehicle Reference \u0026amp; Fitment Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis part is removed from and designed to fit the \u003cstrong\u003eBMW MINI Hatch Mk2 (R56 Generation) 2006-2014 3-Door Hatchback models\u003c\/strong\u003e. Below is a reference image of the exact vehicle generation this part belongs to, along with the manufacturer logo to guarantee authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \n        \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-grid\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-card\"\u003e\n                \u003c!-- Vehicle Reference Image (MINI R56) --\u003e\n                \u003cimg alt=\"MINI Hatch Mk2 Reference Vehicle\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/e\/e1\/Mini_Cooper_S_R56_front_20100329.jpg\/800px-Mini_Cooper_S_R56_front_20100329.jpg\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-caption\"\u003eReference Vehicle: MINI Hatch Mk2 (R56) 3-Door\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-card\"\u003e\n                \u003c!-- Manufacturer Logo --\u003e\n                \u003cimg alt=\"MINI Manufacturer Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/e\/e0\/Mini_logo.svg\/512px-Mini_logo.svg.png\" style=\"object-fit: contain; padding: 20px; height: 150px;\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-caption\"\u003eAuthentic Original Manufacturer Part\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Location \u0026 Reference Photos --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eWhere is this part fitted \u0026amp; What does it do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a \u003cstrong\u003ePair (Left and Right sides)\u003c\/strong\u003e of gas-charged bootlid \/ tailgate struts. They are mounted on either side of the rear boot opening, connecting the body shell to the tailgate door. Their primary function is to smoothly lift and securely hold the tailgate open under hydraulic pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-grid\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-card\"\u003e\n                \u003c!-- Tailgate Strut Location Reference --\u003e\n                \u003cimg alt=\"Car Boot Open Tailgate\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1503376780353-7e6692767b70?q=80\u0026amp;w=800\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-caption\"\u003eFitment Location: Rear Tailgate \/ Bootlid Support Struts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-card\"\u003e\n                \u003c!-- Mechanical Strut Detail --\u003e\n                \u003cimg alt=\"Automotive Metal Component\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1486006920555-c77dce18193b?q=80\u0026amp;w=800\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-image-caption\"\u003eContext: Heavy-duty gas dampeners for reliable lifting.\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Detailed Part Info --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003ePart Details, Materials \u0026amp; Symptoms of Failure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty steel body cylinders with anti-corrosion black coating, hardened steel piston rods, and factory-secure ball-socket end fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Symptoms of a Faulty Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eThe bootlid\/tailgate drops unexpectedly or fails to hold itself up in cold weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eYou have to manually push the boot all the way up and prop it open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eVisible oil leaking from the strut cylinder body or rusted piston rods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eStiff or completely stuck hinge movement when opening the rear hatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Massive Benefit of Buying a Factory Original Part:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cheap aftermarket gas struts often lose pressure within months or put uneven strain on your tailgate hinges. Original factory parts provide the exact correct Newton-meter (Nm) lifting pressure designed by the engineers. Plus, \u003cstrong\u003ebuying a high-quality recycled original part saves you as much as 70% compared to buying new!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Compatibility Table --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment \u0026amp; Compatibility Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003ePlease use this chart to confirm fitment. \u003cstrong class=\"tpp-highlight\"\u003eAlways verify your original part matches our images and part numbers (e.g., 8826290365N) before ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e We have clearly defined what this fits and what it does not fit so you can buy the correct part the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \n        \u003ctable class=\"tpp-table\"\u003e\n            \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eVehicle Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eFitment Status\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMINI Hatch Mk2 (R56) 3-Door (One, Cooper, Cooper S, JCW, D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2006 - 2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: green;\"\u003eCONFIRMED FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMINI Clubman (R55) \/ Convertible (R57)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2007 - 2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: red;\"\u003eWILL NOT FIT (Different boot style)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMINI Hatch Mk1 (R50 \/ R53)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2001 - 2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: red;\"\u003eWILL NOT FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMINI Hatch Mk3 (F56)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2014 Onwards\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: red;\"\u003eWILL NOT FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n        \n        \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-alert\"\u003e\n            \u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e We kindly ask you to match your part visually via the photographs rather than relying solely on eBay's item specifics. Please ensure your checkout address is 100% correct prior to payment, as we cannot alter shipping addresses once the order is placed.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Repair \/ Garage Details --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tpp-section\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eFitting Instructions \u0026amp; Garage Repair Estimator\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Repair Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 - 30 Minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flathead screwdriver or pick tool (to release retaining clips).\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrief Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSafety First!\u003c\/em\u003e Prop the tailgate open securely with a piece of wood or have an assistant hold it up, as the boot will fall once the first strut is removed. Use a small flathead screwdriver to gently pry up the metal retaining clip on each end of the old strut. Pull the strut off the ball studs. Press the new struts firmly onto the ball studs until the retaining clips snap back into place. Test the operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eGarage Labour Cost Calculator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIf you are taking this part to a professional mechanic, use our handy static calculation table below to estimate your labour bill based on standard UK\/Global hourly rates (based on a half-hour estimated time):\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \n        \u003ctable class=\"tpp-table\"\u003e\n            \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eGarage Hourly Rate (£)\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eEstimated Time\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eTotal Estimated Labour Cost\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e£50.00 \/ hr (Local Independent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e0.5 Hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£25.00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e£75.00 \/ hr (Specialist)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e0.5 Hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£37.50\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e£120.00 \/ hr (Main Dealer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e0.5 Hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£60.00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*We also offer a professional fitting service subject to availability. 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