Mini Cooper One R50 Front Chrome Grill Bonnet Black Chrome 7116964

Mini Cooper One R50 Front Chrome Grill Bonnet Black Chrome is an original body component designed for installation in the front section of a Mini vehicle. Thanks to the combination of a black structure with chrome accents, the grille gives the bumper an aesthetic, cohesive look and helps maintain the brand's characteristic style. It is a practical solution for users looking for factory fitment and reliable compatibility with the body line of their car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7116964
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7116964
• Substitutable numbers: 51137116964, 7116964, 1490376
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the grille

The front bumper grille for the Mini R50 is responsible for the proper finishing of the vehicle's front end and organizing airflow within the bumper area. The component is mounted in the front zone, integrating with the line of the bonnet and headlights, which allows for maintaining a consistent body appearance and a clear division of the bumper zones.

The black surface of the grille combined with chrome details creates a balanced, elegant contrast that blends well with both light and dark body paints. This is particularly important for accident repairs or restoration when the goal is to maintain the original Mini styling.

Construction, color scheme, and fitment

The element has been designed as part of the front body zone, taking into account the factory mounting points in the Mini R50 bumper. The grille's construction allows for proper seating in the bumper opening, which reduces the risk of looseness, vibrations, and unwanted noises while driving.

The black color serves as a visual base, while the chrome finish highlights the front line, giving it a more expressive character. Such a combination allows for an aesthetic integration of the grille with other decorative body elements, such as moldings or headlight bezels, without the need for additional modifications.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered grille comes from the used parts segment, meaning it is a component dismantled from a vehicle that retains its functionality and is intended for further use. This type of solution is beneficial for users who want to keep their car at a standard close to factory condition while optimizing repair costs.

Choosing an original grille from the secondary market allows for maintaining the proper shape, geometry, and compatibility with factory mounts in the bumper. This is especially important for front-end elements, where the precision of fitment affects the appearance of the entire front of the body.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The Mini R50 front bumper grille is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for visually refreshing the vehicle. Thanks to its black-chrome finish, it can be a subtle addition to other styling modifications in the front area of the car, without interfering with the bumper's structure.

This component is particularly useful in situations where the existing grille has cracked, deformed, or shows visible signs of wear, and the owner wants to restore the cohesive look of the vehicle's front. Using an original component helps avoid fitment issues typical of cheaper aftermarket replacements.

Expanding your Mini body configuration

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone of your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional grilles, decorative inserts, or supplementary panels near the bonnet, check out the available parts in the Mini Bonnets category.

If you want to better plan your purchases and complete a larger set of original components from the secondary market in one place, it is worth checking out the guide describing the benefits of the One-Stop-Shop approach: Comprehensive supply of used car parts.