Mini Cooper R50 R53 Front Right O/S Side Panel Fender Wing Pure Silver - 900

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R50 R53 Right Front Fender Pure Silver 900 is an original body part designed for the right, front side of a Mini vehicle. Finished in the factory color Pure Silver Metallic - 900, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct body repair without the need for shape adjustments. This is a used, fully functional fender that provides a solid foundation for restoring the correct geometry and appearance of the car's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7037438-PS3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7037438
• Substitutable numbers: 41217037438, 7037438, 24007525323, 7525323, 24007525324, 7525324
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Pure Silver Metallic - 900
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Intended Use and Fitment for Mini

The front right fender has been specifically designed for the Mini R50/R53 series, taking into account its distinctive body line and factory mounting points. This ensures proper alignment with the hood, bumper, and doors, without requiring any sheet metal modifications.

Its placement on the vehicle, identified as the front – right side, allows for unambiguous identification of the part during repair or replacement planning. This enables the fender to be quickly fitted by a bodywork specialist or painter, reducing vehicle downtime.

Pure Silver Metallic - 900 Color

The factory color Pure Silver Metallic - 900 is a popular shade used in Mini vehicles, characterized by its subtle metallic finish. For many owners, this means the possibility of limiting the painting scope solely to surface leveling, if the paint condition on the vehicle is similar.

The metallic finish ensures a cohesive look with other body parts, while also effectively masking minor shade differences after potential polishing or localized paint correction. This is a practical solution for collision repairs and for replacing corroded components.

Characteristics of a Used OEM Part

The fender comes from a dismantled vehicle, meaning it is an original Mini part with parameters matching the manufacturer's factory specifications. This type of part retains its correct geometry, sheet metal thickness, and mounting points, which translates to stable installation and proper panel gaps.

Choosing a used OEM fender is particularly advantageous when aiming to preserve factory-level fitment and avoid issues typical of aftermarket parts, such as the need for edge adjustments or modifications to mounting points. This is a technically safe and economically sound solution for Mini body repairs.

Application in Body Repairs

This right front fender is suitable for both post-collision repairs and replacement due to corrosion or wear and tear. Thanks to its factory shape and prepared mounting points, it facilitates:

• restoring the original body line after mechanical damage,
• maintaining proper airflow and wheel arch protection,
• correct mounting of covers, wheel arch liners, and adjacent components.

It is a good choice for body and paint shops as well as individual owners who want to restore their Mini's full functionality and aesthetics at a reasonable cost.

Benefits of Choosing a Used Mini Fender

By using an original, used fender, you gain a combination of OEM quality and savings typical of the secondary market. In practice, this means:

• better fitment than many aftermarket alternatives,
• preservation of the original Mini body line,
• potential to limit painting work due to color matching.

If you want to learn more about the cost-effectiveness of using used body parts and other components, it is worth reading the article discussing real savings in car servicing – you can find it here: Rising Repair Costs vs. The Boom in Used Parts – How to Save on Car Servicing?.

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair for your Mini and also need other body parts from the same group, such as additional covers or other body sections, check the available parts in the Mini Rear Wheel Arches and Fenders category.