Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood White Silver A62 2751736

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood White Silver A62 in White Silver Metallic A62 is an original body component designed for S-engine models. It ensures proper airflow to the engine compartment and provides a consistent, factory-finish look for the front of the hood, maintaining the characteristic sporty appearance of the Mini.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430302-WS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2751736
• Substitutable numbers: 51132751736, 2751736, 51130430302, 0430302
• Color: White Silver Metallic - A62
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented air inlet is dedicated to the bonnet/hood of the Mini Cooper S R55, R56, and R57 versions. Its task is to direct the airflow towards the engine compartment and complement the vehicle's factory front aerodynamics. The design is tailored to the hood's contours, allowing for stable mounting and maintaining a seal around the inlet opening.

This component is significant both in terms of utility and aesthetics – a correctly selected inlet restores the car's original appearance after bodywork repairs or exterior modifications.

Color and visual fit

The inlet is finished in the factory White Silver Metallic A62 color, used in the original Mini palette. This allows for an aesthetic match to a hood painted in the same shade, without the need for additional painting or color corrections (provided the paint code matches the vehicle).

The metallic paint structure ensures consistency with other body parts, and the accurately selected shade helps maintain a uniform, factory look for the front of the car, which is particularly important for accident repairs or restoration.

Technical characteristics and installation

The air inlet is an original Mini part, designed to work with the hood of the R55/R56/R57 generation Cooper S models. The geometry of the mounts and the shape of the edges are adapted to the factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications.

As a body group part, the inlet works with the external hood structure, seals, and plastic elements in its vicinity. When properly installed, it ensures a stable fit, no play, and proper airflow direction towards the engine compartment.

Practical application and benefits

Using an original Mini Cooper S air inlet allows you to:

• restore the factory look of the vehicle's front after mechanical damage or hood replacement,
• maintain proper airflow in the engine compartment area,
• preserve color consistency with the bodywork for White Silver Metallic A62 paint,
• reduce the risk of installation issues thanks to a design compliant with the manufacturer's specifications.

As a secondary market component, the inlet is a cost-effective solution for repairs while maintaining the original structural specifications of the Mini.

Related components and technical knowledge development

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, grilles, or finishing details, check out the available parts in the Other Mini category.

To expand your knowledge about the structural differences between standard and sports versions, including changes in the drivetrain and chassis, it is worth reading an article describing the characteristics of RS models compared to base versions: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.