Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Black Wheel Alloy Rim 17" 7J ET:48 Cross Spoke 6768580

Mini Cooper One R50 R53 Black Wheel Alloy Rim 17" 7J ET:48 Cross Spoke is a solid, original item from the Wheels category, designed for a precise fit for Mini models. The aluminum construction, characteristic multi-spoke pattern, and black finish make this rim an attractive base for both daily use and more sporty projects.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6768580-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6768580
• Substitutable numbers: 36116768580, 6768580, KZ
• Color: Black
• Rim diameter: 17"
• Rim width: 7
• Offset (ET): 48
• Hole diameter: 100
• Number of holes: 4
• Rim material: Aluminium
• Category: Rims

Technical characteristics of the rim

The presented aluminum rim has been designed specifically for Mini cars, maintaining the correct mounting and geometric parameters. This ensures the proper operation of the suspension, steering system, and vehicle handling stability. The material used is aluminum, which helps reduce unsprung mass compared to steel rims and promotes more precise vehicle handling.

The black surface of the rim blends well with both light and dark body paints, emphasizing the wheel arch lines and giving the Mini a more decisive, technical look. The Cross Spoke pattern ensures even load distribution while facilitating brake system cooling thanks to the appropriately spaced gaps between the spokes.

Application in Mini Cooper One R50 / R53

The rim was developed with the Mini R50 and R53 generations in mind, meaning its parameters are adapted to the factory design specifications of these models. The appropriate diameter, width, bolt pattern, and center bore, as well as a properly selected offset, translate into maintaining correct wheel geometry and avoiding collisions with suspension and body components.

Thanks to this, the rim can be used both as a replacement for a damaged wheel and as a complementary element to a set of wheels for a separate set of summer or winter tires. The original Mini construction also facilitates later resale or exchange, as the parameters are well-known among users and services specializing in this brand.

Benefits of choosing a Mini aluminum rim

Choosing an original Mini aluminum rim brings a number of practical advantages:

• stylistic consistency with the body line of the Mini Cooper One R50/R53,
• aluminum construction helping to reduce wheel weight,
• Cross Spoke pattern improving brake ventilation,
• black finish giving the car a more dynamic character.

The rim from the Wheels category can also be a good starting point for further personalization – from delicate paint coating renovation to matching it with an individual tire and suspension configuration, in accordance with the car project's goals.

Condition, verification, and fitment

The item comes from the secondary market, which allows for cost reduction compared to new components while maintaining the manufacturer's original specification. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard check for runout, airtightness, and the condition of the contact surfaces for the tire and lug nuts so that the rim can work seamlessly with the vehicle's running gear.

To ensure full compatibility with a specific version of the Mini, it is worth comparing the rim parameters with the vehicle's factory data or consulting a service specializing in the brand. This gives you the certainty that the proper handling and safety characteristics will be maintained.

Expanding configuration and knowledge about rims

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional sets of rims, rims with a different pattern, or rims for alternative tire sets, check the available parts in the Mini Wheels category.

When choosing a used aluminum rim, it is worth knowing the basic principles of assessing its condition, regeneration possibilities, and purchase profitability. Practical tips can be found in the article Used rims like new: a guide to buying and refurbishing aluminum rims, which will help you consciously plan both the purchase and any potential renovation work.

If you treat your Mini as a base for further modifications and are interested in the approach known from the John Cooper Works version, you can look for inspiration in the post MINI John Cooper Works – what makes it stand out and how to improve your MINI?, where it is described how properly selected components – including rims – affect the character of the car.