Mini R60 R61 Side Panel Fender Front Left Wing N/S Cosmic Blue Metallic B13

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R60 R61 Front Left Fender Cosmic Blue Metallic - B13 is an original body part from the Front Fenders category, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. Finished in the attractive Cosmic Blue Metallic - B13 color, it helps maintain a cohesive body appearance and the correct wheel arch geometry for Mini R60 and R61 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9805643-COB1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9805643
• Substitutable numbers: 41009805643, 9805643
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Cosmic Blue Metallic - B13
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and Fitment for Mini R60 / R61

The presented fender is designed as a front left body panel, ensuring proper fitment for the Mini R60 and R61. Thanks to its factory-engineered edge geometry, contours, and mounting points, this part integrates seamlessly with the hood, bumper, headlight, and doors, minimizing the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Its original Mini origin facilitates the preservation of factory panel gaps, simplifying the correct alignment of the fender with other body components. This is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs where precise restoration of body lines is crucial.

Cosmic Blue Metallic - B13 Color and Aesthetic Value

The fender is finished in the Cosmic Blue Metallic - B13 color, characteristic of many Mini configurations. The metallic paint finish provides an attractive color depth and excellent match to the vehicle's factory paint, often allowing for minimal paintwork or focusing solely on shade correction.

The ready-to-use body color is a practical advantage for quick repairs – installing a part in the correct shade helps restore the cohesive look of the car's front end without the need for a full panel repaint from scratch. For Mini owners who value aesthetics, maintaining the original body color is significant for ongoing use and potential resale of the vehicle.

Characteristics of a Used OEM Part

The offered fender is a used part, sourced from disassembly, meaning its original construction and material used by the manufacturer are preserved. In practice, this translates to proper panel rigidity, compatibility with factory mounting points, and predictable behavior during installation and use.

Choosing a used OEM part often presents a favorable compromise between repair cost and maintaining factory quality. This type of part is suitable for both collision repairs and replacing a corroded or damaged fender when precise fitment for a specific Mini model is a priority.

Application in Body Repairs

The front left fender on a Mini serves a protective function for the engine bay, wheel arch, and suspension components, while also shaping the vehicle's side profile. Replacing a damaged panel with an original part from the same model series allows for:

• restoring the correct geometry of the front body section,
• maintaining compatibility with factory mounting points and wheel arch shape,
• reducing the scope of bodywork and adjustment procedures,
• preserving a cohesive body appearance in Cosmic Blue Metallic - B13.

With its proper placement on the vehicle and compatibility with the Mini R60 and R61 construction, this part is a practical solution for body and paint shops as well as individual owners planning body repairs.

Support for Part Selection and Additional Information

If you are considering whether a new aftermarket part or an original used part would be a better choice for your situation, comparing the costs and durability of different solutions may be helpful – a detailed discussion can be found in the article New or Used? Comparing the Cost and Quality of Car Parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair and also need other Mini body parts from the same group, check the available parts in the Mini Front Fenders category.