Mini R50 R52 Front Bumper Complete Trim Panel Covering Sparkling Silver - A60

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R50 R52 Front Bumper Complete Trim Panel Covering Sparkling Silver - A60 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60 color, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged bumper without the need for fitting universal aftermarket alternatives.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0308997-SS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0308997
• Substitutable numbers: 51110308997, 0308997
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment

The presented bumper has been designed specifically for Mini R50 and R52 series models, taking into account the front body geometry and factory mounting points. Its placement on the vehicle is at the front, meaning the component is responsible for shaping the car's front line, integrating with the headlights, hood, and wheel arches, as well as ensuring proper airflow in the radiator area.

As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, the product is structurally prepared to work with factory reinforcements, the crash bar, and other components mounted in the front section of the Mini body. This makes it possible to maintain the structural and visual consistency of the vehicle after repair.

Color and finish Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60

The factory Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60 color is a characteristic metallic shade of silver used in the Mini range, providing a modern and clean look for the front of the car. The metallic paint coating improves the visual depth of the color and makes it easier to match with other body elements in the same shade.

For body shops and users, this means the possibility of reducing the scope of paint work, especially in situations where the rest of the bodywork has retained the original paint in the same code. A bumper in this color is suitable for both post-accident repairs and visual refreshing of the vehicle's front.

Technical characteristics and installation

The front bumper for the Mini R50 R52 has been developed as a body structure element that works with the factory mounting system, guides, and reinforcements. This allows for maintaining proper gaps between body panels, which is important for both aesthetic and aerodynamic reasons.

The product is intended for installation in the front zone of the vehicle, where it is responsible for:

• shaping the front line of the body,
• proper airflow towards the radiator and engine compartment,
• integration with lighting elements and air intake grilles,
• maintaining the factory geometry of the Mini front.

This type of bumper is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for renovation work where maintaining the original character of the vehicle is key.

Used condition and practical application

The offered bumper is in used condition, which makes it a reasonable choice for repairs where an optimal cost-to-functionality ratio is important. A used original part allows you to maintain factory fitment to the Mini body while reducing expenses compared to new parts.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for:

• post-accident repairs in older Mini models,
• renovation of vehicles used on a daily basis,
• restoring the car to a technically sound state after local front-end damage.

Complementary Mini Bumpers and reinforcements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional reinforcements, bars, or other bumpers, check out the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

More about choosing used body components

When selecting used bumpers and reinforcements, it is worth paying attention to the specifics of the construction and the cost-effectiveness of the repair in relation to the vehicle's value. If you want to better understand when used body components are a reasonable choice and when it is better to opt for other solutions, read the article: Renovation and repair of German cars: which used parts are worth buying and which are better to avoid?.