Mini Cooper R50 R53 R55 R56 R57 Black Wheel Alloy Rim 17" ET:48 7J S-Spoke 85

The Mini Cooper S-Spoke 85 alloy wheel in black is a robust, original part from the Wheels category, designed for Mini Cooper models R50, R53, R55, R56, and R57. Its construction, based on a lightweight aluminum alloy and the distinctive S-Spoke pattern, ensures an attractive appearance, precise handling, and stable vehicle behavior in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1512352-9
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1512352
• Substitutable numbers: 36111512352, 1512352, 36116773945, 6773945
• Color: Black
• Rim diameter: 17"
• Rim width: 7
• Offset (ET): 48
• Hole diameter: 100
• Number of holes: 4
• Rim material: Aluminium
• Category: Rims

Intended Use and Compatibility with Mini Cooper

The presented wheel has been specifically designed for Mini Cooper vehicles of the R50, R53, R55, R56, and R57 generations, ensuring proper fitment to the body and suspension system. The S-Spoke 85 design is recognizable among Mini enthusiasts as a solution with a balanced character – it combines sporty styling with everyday functionality, maintaining appropriate mounting parameters for this platform.

By adhering to the original design specifications, the wheel is compatible with the factory suspension and braking systems, simplifying installation and minimizing the need for additional modifications. It's a practical choice for both replacing a damaged wheel and for planned upgrades to a more dynamic tire configuration.

Construction, Material, and Performance Parameters

The wheel is made of aluminum, allowing for a favorable strength-to-weight ratio. Its lightweight construction promotes precise handling, improves steering response, and can positively impact ride comfort compared to heavier steel solutions. The applied black finish gives the wheel a subtle, technical character that complements both light and dark body paint colors.

The wheel's size, width, offset, bolt pattern diameter, and number of bolt holes have been selected for compatibility with the Mini Cooper platform, ensuring correct wheel seating in the wheel arch and proper bolt spacing. This combination of parameters contributes to vehicle stability, even load distribution, and predictable road behavior.

Condition, Application, and Benefits of Choosing a Used Wheel

The wheel is offered as a used part, representing a sensible compromise between purchase cost and maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. For many Mini owners, this is a way to preserve the car's consistent styling while reducing expenses compared to new wheel sets. A used alloy wheel can be successfully used as part of a working set, as a spare wheel, or as a base for potential visual refurbishment.

Choosing the original S-Spoke 85 design allows for the preservation of the factory driving characteristics while giving the vehicle a more assertive look. This solution is aimed at drivers who expect predictable vehicle behavior, correct hub fitment, and compliance with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.

Mini Wheels – Suspension System Expansion and Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the running gear in your Mini and need other parts from the same group, such as additional rims, seasonal sets, or wheels for service applications, check the available parts in the Mini Wheels category.

When deciding to purchase a used wheel, it's worth paying attention to technical aspects and the possibilities for visual refreshment. Practical tips on assessing condition, surface refurbishment, and optimal selection of alloy wheels can be found in the article Used Wheels Like New: A Guide to Buying and Refurbishing Alloy Wheels, which helps in consciously planning wheel modernization for your car.

Summary

The Mini Cooper S-Spoke 85 in black is a functional alloy wheel from the Wheels category, designed for Mini Cooper models R50, R53, R55, R56, and R57. It combines original manufacturer styling with parameters tailored to this platform, simplifying installation and allowing for predictable driving characteristics. It's a good solution for drivers who want to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance by using a used yet technically compatible component.