MINI Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop Reef Blue B30

The MINI Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop in Reef Blue Metallic B30 is an original body component designed for installation on the front part of the hood. Designed as a factory "hood scoop," it improves airflow to the engine compartment and gives the car a distinctive, sporty look in line with the MINI Cooper S design.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0430302-REEF
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430302
• Substitutable numbers: 51130430302, 0430302, 51232752275, 2752275, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Reef Blue Metallic - B30
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and fitment

This air inlet is dedicated to MINI Cooper S R55, R56, and R57 generation models, where it is mounted on the front section of the hood. The design corresponds to the factory solution used in S versions, which facilitates fitting to the original mounting points and maintaining a consistent body line.

The component has been designed to maintain proper airflow to the engine compartment while preserving the characteristic MINI styling. As a result, it is suitable both for replacing a damaged inlet and for refreshing the car's appearance.

Color and aesthetics of Reef Blue Metallic B30

The inlet is finished in the attractive Reef Blue Metallic B30 color, characteristic of selected MINI configurations. The metallic paint highlights the hood's contours and blends well with chrome and black body accessories, creating a cohesive, dynamic look.

For owners of cars in the same shade, this is a particularly practical solution – it allows for maintaining a uniform color scheme without the need for additional painting, provided the condition of the paint coating meets the user's expectations.

Technical characteristics and installation

The air inlet is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, in the central zone of the hood. As a component structurally consistent with the factory MINI solution, it allows for installation in place of the original inlet, while maintaining proper fitment with the hood and other body elements.

The product comes from the group of original MINI components, which helps maintain proper geometry, rigidity, and compatibility with factory mounts. When installed correctly, it allows for restoring the original look of the vehicle's front end and proper air stream direction.

Used condition and benefits of choosing OE parts

The offered inlet is a used item, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining original OE quality. In practice, this means the possibility of replacing a damaged or missing inlet with a part from disassembly, while retaining factory geometry and styling.

For many MINI users, choosing an original used component is also beneficial in terms of color matching – especially in the case of specific shades, such as Reef Blue Metallic B30, where reproducing the color in a paint shop can be more demanding.

Modernization expansion and additional information

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

When choosing between a used and a refurbished element, it is worth knowing the differences in the approach to repair and selection of body parts – the article on our blog may be helpful: Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repair?.

To compare the character of sports versions of cars with extensive aerodynamic packages with other model variants, you can also refer to the comparative material regarding Audi sports versions: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate the styling and function of body elements in high-performance versions.