BMW Mini Cooper 1 R56 Front Bumper Trim Panel Right O/S Lightning Blue 2753658

BMW Mini Cooper 1 R56 Front Bumper Trim Panel Right O/S Lightning Blue in Lightning Blue Metallic A63 is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side at the front of the vehicle. This used component allows for an aesthetically and technically correct replacement of a damaged trim, maintaining color consistency and the factory bumper line of your Mini.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2753658-LB1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430226
• Substitutable numbers: 51110430226, 0430226, 2753658, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Lightning Blue Metallic - A63
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Application and function of the component

The described bumper trim is intended for the front part of the body, on the right side of the vehicle. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the bumper edge while helping to maintain the correct body line of the Mini Cooper R56. Thanks to its precise fit for the specific model version, the proper geometry of the car's front and correct alignment with adjacent panels are preserved.

This element is particularly useful for repairs after minor collisions, parking scrapes, or localized front-end restoration, when there is no need to replace the entire bumper, but only its finishing fragment.

Color and visual fit

The trim is factory-finished in Lightning Blue Metallic A63, characteristic of Mini, which allows for consistency with the original body paint without the need for additional painting (provided the other elements of the car have the same paint code). The metallic coating provides an attractive visual effect that harmonizes well with the chrome and plastic details of the Mini Cooper 1 R56 front.

Thanks to the preservation of the original shade and paint structure, the element does not stand out from the other panels after installation, which is important for repairs carried out with attention to the appearance and value of the vehicle.

Installation and compatibility

The trim has been designed as a body part dedicated to the Mini, which translates into proper mounting points and compatibility with the factory front bumper. Installation involves seating the element in the designated mounting points and can be performed within the standard scope of bodywork and workshop tasks.

The used OEM component is a good solution for those who want to maintain the original character of the car while avoiding fitment problems typical of universal aftermarket replacements.

Benefits of using the original bumper trim

• Factory fitment for the front body section of the Mini Cooper 1 R56 on the right side.
• Original Lightning Blue Metallic A63 color, facilitating paint consistency.
• Possibility of local front-end repair without replacing the entire bumper.
• Aesthetic finish of the bumper edge and preservation of the Mini's stylistic line.
• Cost-effective solution compared to new body components.

Modernization expansion and technical knowledge

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Other Mini body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional trims, covers, or finishing panels, check out the available parts in the category Other Mini.