I've tried to search around and there's tons of stuff here, but I can't find a thread showing specifically how to remove the rear interior panel from an 05 Mini convertible. Can someone point me to some specifics?

I need to pull the panel so my paintless dent guy can get access. He's pretty reasonable and does a great job when the obstructions are removed.

Thanks!
Lee

 

Must be a Hot Orange thing...

I'm next in line for the same info. My boot light has quit working. The bulb is good, and everything else is working so I'm thinking loose wire.

 

It's known as the Lateral Trim Panel in the mini parts list.

Hot Orange converts. rule. LOL.

 

No expert, but might help. roll back the rubber gasket running up edge. There is a screw behind triangle shaped rubber trim. Also a screw in one of the holes where the windscreen locks into place. Take bottom of rear seat out and undo all the bolts to the rear seat back, so it is loose and then you can pull up on the panel to unhook so to speak. At this point you can move it around pretty good but you can't remove it completely as the rear seat back is still attached thru a hole at the bottom. Your dent guy should have enough room to do what he needs to do, but know there is also kinds of stuff behind there. Speaker, wires galore, etc..