Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 Front Bumper Trim Panel Right O/S Chili Red 851 2751564

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 Front Bumper Trim Panel Right O/S Chili Red is a precisely fitted component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for the right side of the front bumper. The Chili Red - 851 color allows for a visually consistent addition to the factory styling package without the need for additional painting in a different shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430244-CHRED1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430244
• Substitutable numbers: 51110430244, 0430244, 2751564, 2754006, 51112754006
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The described cover is an external trim element surrounding the fog light in the front bumper on the right side. Its task is to provide an aesthetic frame for the fog lamp and to organize airflow in the lower part of the bumper, which contributes to stable mounting of the fog light and protection against minor mechanical damage.

Thanks to a design consistent with the factory Mini standard, the component maintains the correct mounting geometry, which facilitates installation in place of the original trim without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

Color and visual matching

The finish in Chili Red - 851 is characteristic of the sporty Mini versions and allows for maintaining consistency with the body line, especially in models with factory paint in this color. In practice, this means that after proper installation, the cover blends harmoniously with the bumper surface, without the visible tonal differences typical of non-factory replacements.

Such color matching is important both for post-accident repairs and for refreshing the front of the car when one wants to maintain the original character of the S version.

Construction and installation in the front bumper zone

The cover has been designed to work in the front part of the vehicle on the right side, in the immediate vicinity of the fog light. The construction provides for factory mounting points, which enables installation in the bumper layout without interfering with its structure. Thanks to this, the component works well with other front-end zone components, such as grilles, inserts, and other covers.

The product comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part, but one that retains the functionality and geometry necessary for proper installation. For many Mini users, this is a technically sound choice for repairs where maintaining the manufacturer's original specification is key.

Application in service practice

Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 Front Bumper Trim Panel Right O/S Chili Red will work especially well in situations where the right side of the bumper has been damaged, the trim around the fog light has cracked, or the element has been lost during a collision. Replacing the cover itself allows for limiting the scope of repair to the necessary minimum, without the need to interfere with the entire bumper structure.

Due to its belonging to the Bumper inserts and covers group, this element is often used in professional body and paint shops as a part that restores the factory look of the vehicle's front after repairs.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as inserts, covers, or decorative trims, check the available parts in the Mini bumper inserts and covers category.

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