Mini Cooper S R56 R57 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Cover Sparkling Silver - A60

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini Cooper S R56 R57 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Cover Sparkling Silver - A60 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of a Mini vehicle. The paint in the Sparkling Silver Metallic A60 shade ensures color consistency of the bodywork and facilitates matching with the factory finish of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430252-SS2
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430252
• Substitutable numbers: 51120430252, 0430252, 51127147890, 7147890, 7147886, 2752543
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the bumper

The presented rear bumper is a structural body component responsible for protecting the rear of the vehicle and providing an aesthetic finish to the car's silhouette. Its placement in the rear zone ensures proper alignment of the body lines while allowing for the correct mounting of other components from the Bumpers and reinforcements category.

The Sparkling Silver Metallic A60 color allows for installation in Mini cars factory-equipped with this paint shade, which limits the scope of potential paint work and makes it easier to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance after repair or replacement of the part.

Technical parameters and fitment

The bumper has been designed as a part compliant with Mini factory standards, which translates into proper fitment to mounting points and compatibility with original reinforcements and fastening elements. This makes it possible to maintain correct gaps between body panels and ensures stable seating of the bumper in the rear zone of the vehicle.

The product has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific version of the Mini S R56. When selecting, it is recommended to compare the numbers with the vehicle documentation or the existing part to ensure full installation compatibility.

Condition of the part and use in repairs

The bumper is offered as a used part, making it a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, restorations, or returning the car to a factory-like condition while keeping costs reasonable. A used component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category allows for the preservation of the original body geometry and the factory character of the vehicle.

In practice, such a bumper will work well both when replacing a damaged part and during the reconstruction of the rear body section after a collision, where maintaining the correct body line and proper positioning of other components mounted in the rear zone of the vehicle is crucial.

Benefits of using an original Mini bumper

Using an original Mini rear bumper in Sparkling Silver Metallic A60 provides:

• a consistent body appearance thanks to the factory paint shade,
• proper fitment to the rear vehicle structure,
• the ability to use existing mounting points and reinforcements,
• preservation of the characteristic Mini S R56 styling.

For users who care about a technically correct repair and an aesthetic final result, choosing an original component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category is a solution that allows maintaining the value and functionality of the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcement beams, brackets, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

For drivers interested in a broader approach to component selection, including control elements and sensors cooperating with safety systems, a guide describing practical aspects of choosing and installing used modules may be helpful – you can find it in the article Used automotive electronics on board – why is it worth choosing second-hand ECU modules and sensors?.