Mini R50 Side Panel Front Right O/S Fender Wing Royal Grey Metallic - A48

Visual condition of the part

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

The Mini R50 Front Fender Right Royal Grey Metallic - A48 is an original body part from the Front Fenders category, designed for installation on the right front side of the vehicle. Finished in Royal Grey Metallic - A48, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct body repair without the need to repaint the entire side of the car, provided the shade matches the rest of the bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7037438-ROG1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7037438
• Substitutable numbers: 41217037438, 7037438, 24007525323, 7525323, 24007525324, 7525324
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Royal Grey Metallic - A48
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and Fitment

The presented fender is specifically designed for Mini R50 series models, taking into account the factory shape of the wheel arch, bonnet line, and bumper. Its placement on the vehicle is the front right side, ensuring proper alignment with the headlight, door, and sill trims. By maintaining the original geometry, the part does not require additional bodywork modifications after correct installation.

Royal Grey Metallic - A48 Color and Finish

The Royal Grey Metallic - A48 color is a distinctive metallic grey paint used by Mini, giving the bodywork a subtle yet modern look. Using the original shade facilitates matching with the vehicle's existing paint coat, minimizing the scope of potential paintwork. The metallic structure of the paint ensures consistent light reflection at the junction with the bonnet, doors, and bumper.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The fender is part of the body's structural elements responsible for covering the wheel, defining the body line, and protecting against dirt and water thrown up by the tire. The design includes factory mounting points to the body, allowing installation in place of a damaged part without altering the vehicle's structure. Mounting holes, creases, and edges are consistent with the original Mini design, simplifying the work of the body shop technician and reducing repair time.

As a used part, the fender offers a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original manufacturing quality. With proper surface preparation and installation, an aesthetic final effect comparable to the factory body condition can be achieved.

Practical Application and Benefits of Replacement

Replacing the right front fender is recommended in cases of accident damage, wheel arch edge corrosion, or deformations that hinder proper alignment of body panel gaps. Using an original Mini fender from the Front Fenders category allows you to:

• restore the correct body line and front-end symmetry of the vehicle,
• ensure proper airflow and water management around the wheel arch,
• maintain compatibility with factory wheel arches, covers, and mountings,
• limit the amount of filler and adjustment required during repair.

Additional Information and Part Selection

The part has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with specific Mini R50 versions. If you have doubts about selection, it is advisable to compare the vehicle placement, paint color, and body type to avoid incorrect fitting. The used condition means the fender comes from a dismantled vehicle, allowing for the preservation of the original manufacturer's specifications while reducing repair costs compared to a new part.

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair for your Mini and also need other body parts from the same group, such as additional panels or the symmetrical driver's side part, check the available parts in the Mini Front Fenders category.

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