Mini R55 R56 R57 Hood Bonnet Scoop Air Inlet Cooper S Pepper White 850 0430302

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini R55 R56 R57 Hood Bonnet Scoop Air Inlet Cooper S Pepper White is an original front hood air intake designed for the sporty Cooper S versions. This component belongs to the Air intakes and vents category and serves as a distinctive styling accent that enhances the front appearance of the vehicle while supporting airflow to the engine bay. Finished in the factory Pepper White color, it allows for maintaining visual consistency of the bodywork without the need for additional painting in a different shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0430302-PW1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: P0430302
• Substitutable numbers: 2757697, 51132757697, 2751736, 51132751736, 0430302, 51130430302
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Scoop
• Color: Pepper White - 850
• Category: Bonnet Scoops & Vents

Purpose and fitment for Mini Cooper S

The presented hood scoop is designed specifically for the Mini R55, R56, and R57 series in the Cooper S version. Its placement at the front of the vehicle makes it a highly visible element that impacts both the aesthetics and functionality of the bodywork. The design, tailored to the factory Mini hood, ensures precise fitment with the sheet metal contours and other front-end components.

Technical function of the air intake

As a part of the Air intakes and vents category, this hood scoop is responsible for directing airflow into the engine bay area. Its properly shaped profile improves airflow over the hood while providing the characteristic sporty look of the Cooper S version. Thanks to the factory geometry, compatibility with the manufacturer's original aerodynamic solutions is maintained.

Pepper White color and visual aspect

The intake is finished in Pepper White, a color characteristic of the Mini palette. This makes it easier to maintain consistency with the original body paint in this shade, which is particularly important when replacing a damaged part. The light color highlights the lines of the hood and works well with contrasting details such as the grille, trim, or Cooper S emblems.

Characteristics of the used part

The offered hood scoop is a used part, which allows for an economical repair of the vehicle's front end while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are frequently chosen for post-accident repairs and restoring a car to a factory-like condition without the need to resort to aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

Application in repairs and upgrades

Replacing the hood scoop is recommended in case of mechanical damage, cracks, or significant scratches visible on the front of the bodywork. This element is suitable both for standard repairs and for a subtle visual upgrade of the Mini Cooper S front end, when the owner wants to restore the car's original, dynamic character.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area of your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as additional intakes, vents, or covers related to airflow, check out the available parts in the Mini air intakes and vents category.

To better plan your repair budget and understand how using used parts affects the maintenance costs of modern cars, it is worth reading the article Volkswagen 1.9 TDI vs 1.4 TSI – evolution of VW engines and repair costs, which demonstrates a practical approach to operation and repairs using components from the secondary market.