Front Bumper Mini Cooper R50 R52 Complete Panel Chili Red - 851

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Front Bumper Mini Cooper R50 R52 Complete Panel Chili Red is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. It provides a solid foundation for professional post-accident repairs or aesthetic restoration of the front bodywork, ensuring proper fitment to the Mini structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0308997-CHRED1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0308997
• Substitutable numbers: 51110308997, 0308997
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment

The presented bumper has been designed as a front body component for the Mini Cooper R50 and R52 series. Thanks to a design consistent with factory specifications, it maintains the correct front geometry, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment of gaps between body panels. The product belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, meaning it is intended for use in the vehicle's critical protective zone.

Technical characteristics and color

The bumper is manufactured as a complete front panel, prepared for further assembly of equipment compatible with the specific Mini version. The construction intended for front vehicle mounting ensures proper airflow management and consistency with the factory body line.

The finish in Chili Red allows for maintaining the original Mini Cooper styling without the need to change the car's color concept. This is a beneficial solution for repairs where a faithful reproduction of the factory look is desired, as well as for restoration projects and reconstructions.

Condition of the component and practical application

The offered bumper is a used part, making it a reasonable choice for economic repairs where a combination of functionality and cost control is important. This type of component works well in:

• post-accident front body repairs,
• restoration of older Mini Cooper R50/R52 models,
• projects aimed at restoring the vehicle to its original visual specification.

The weight of the bumper specified in the product data facilitates transport planning and assembly organization in workshop conditions, especially when working with lifts and body component stands.

Benefits of using an original Mini bumper

Using an original bumper from the Bumpers and reinforcements group allows for the preservation of factory mounting points and proper alignment with the hood, fenders, and other front elements. This is crucial both from a safety perspective and for subsequent gap adjustment and paint quality.

For body and paint shops as well as private users, this means:

• easier fitment to the existing body structure,
• lower risk of problems with front equipment installation,
• a consistent, aesthetic look of the vehicle's front after the repair is completed.

Expanding repairs within Mini bumpers

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as additional reinforcements, beams, or mounts, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

For those interested in deepening their knowledge about advanced repairs and refreshing mechanical components, expert materials regarding the regeneration of key drive components may be useful, such as the article on the second life of the Mercedes OM642 engine and the impact of injectors and turbochargers on performance.