Mini R60 R61 Front Bumper Trim Panel Starlight Blue Metallic - B62

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R60 R61 Front Bumper Starlight Blue Metallic - B62 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. The paint in the Starlight Blue Metallic - B62 shade accentuates the body line and helps maintain the consistent, factory look of your Mini. A used bumper is a sensible choice for drivers who want to balance cost control with maintaining the correct geometry and fit of body components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9807196-STB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9807196
• Substitutable numbers: 51119807196, 9807196
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Starlight Blue Metallic - B62
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Fitment

The presented bumper is designed as a component mounted on the front of the vehicle, which is crucial for the proper flow of the body line and the function of other body components. Construction compliant with Mini's factory standards ensures proper alignment with the hood, fenders, headlights, and lower covers, facilitating installation and reducing the need for additional bodywork modifications.

By maintaining the original geometry, the bumper helps preserve correct gaps between components, which affects aesthetics, aerodynamics, and the proper functioning of mounting brackets and fasteners.

Color and Paint Finish

The factory color Starlight Blue Metallic - B62 is a distinctive metallic blue shade, often chosen by Mini owners for its understated yet dynamic character. The use of metallic paint enhances the visual depth of the color and allows the bumper to better match other body elements in the same color.

In the case of post-accident repairs or replacement of a damaged part, selecting a bumper with the correct paint code significantly reduces the scope of painting work, leading to shorter completion times and a more predictable final result.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a used part, the bumper offers a practical solution for drivers seeking a compromise between cost and maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This type of part allows you to:

• restore the factory appearance of the vehicle's front after a collision or operational damage,
• maintain consistency with Mini's styling line,
• reduce expenses compared to purchasing a new part.

A used bumper from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category is particularly attractive in situations where a quick and functional repair is a priority, while preserving the original body structure.

Practical Application and Installation Benefits

Installing the presented bumper on the front of a Mini allows for the restoration of the correct shape of the vehicle's front end, which is important both visually and functionally. A properly selected body part:

• stabilizes the mounting of lower covers, grilles, headlights, and other front components,
• helps maintain proper airflow in the radiator and engine bay area,
• reduces the risk of additional stress on adjacent body elements.

For body and paint shops, as well as individual users, this means a more efficient installation process and fewer potential fitment adjustments.

Related Parts and Additional Information

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair and also need other Mini body components from the protective and structural elements group, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

Those interested in a broader use of used components – for both repairs and car modifications – can find practical tips on the cost-effectiveness and quality of such solutions in the article Audi on used parts – tuning and repairs without quality loss, which shows how to approach the selection of aftermarket parts wisely.