Mini Cooper R50 R53 Cover Cap Casing Right O/S Mirror Wing Dark Silver 871

Mini Cooper R50 R53 Cover Cap Casing Right O/S Mirror Wing Dark Silver in Dark Silver Metallic - 871 is an original body component that allows you to restore the consistent look of the side of your vehicle after damage or wear of the factory housing. The precise fit to the right-side mirror structure ensures stable installation and an aesthetic finish in line with the Mini body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-0029988-DS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0029988
• Substitutable numbers: 51160029988, 0029988, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Dark Silver Metallic - 871
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment

The presented housing is designed for the right exterior mirror in Mini Cooper R50 and R53 generation models. The component's design is engineered for factory mounting points, ensuring that, when installed correctly, the proper mirror geometry is maintained, and the entire assembly forms a visually cohesive unit with the base and mirror glass.

The cover is suitable for use as a replacement for a damaged or heavily scratched housing, allowing for a technically correct repair without the need to interfere with the mirror's electrical installation.

Color and finish

The element is finished in the Dark Silver Metallic - 871 shade, characteristic of many Mini Cooper R50/R53 configurations. The metallic finish ensures consistency with the factory paint palette, making it easier to maintain a uniform body appearance without the need for additional painting (provided the vehicle color matches the applied shade).

Choosing the correct mirror housing color is not only important for aesthetics but also practical – it reduces the time needed to prepare the component for installation and minimizes the costs of additional paint work.

Performance characteristics

As an item in the Exterior Mirrors category, the housing serves a protective function for the internal mirror components, shielding them from weather conditions and minor mechanical damage. A correctly installed cover supports the rigidity of the entire mirror assembly, which translates into image stability while driving.

The product is suitable both for standard repairs after a collision or scrape, and for visually refreshing the vehicle when the existing housing shows clear signs of wear.

Condition and service application

The item comes from the secondary market, making it an attractive solution for service repairs where a reasonable balance between cost and functionality is important. A used mirror housing allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged component while maintaining the original geometry and compatibility with the Mini Cooper R50/R53 mirror structure.

This solution is particularly beneficial for local body repairs where the priority is to quickly restore full mirror functionality and the aesthetic appearance of the side of the vehicle.

Expanding your Mini Exterior Mirrors configuration

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, mirror glass, or complete mirror assemblies, check out the available parts in the Mini Exterior Mirrors category.

Service knowledge and selecting used parts

When working with secondary market components – both for the body and the drivetrain – it is worth knowing the basic principles of assessing technical condition and purchase viability. For more complex assemblies, such as transmissions, it may be helpful to consult expert materials regarding used components. Practical tips in this regard can be found in the article Used gearbox – when is it worth it and what you need to remember, which discusses key criteria for selecting second-hand parts and how to verify them.