Mini Cooper R57 R58 Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Pepper White 7190622

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Mini Cooper R57 R58 Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Pepper White is an original fuel filler flap from the Mini range, designed for Cabrio and Coupé models. Finished in the characteristic Pepper White - 850 color, it ensures stylistic consistency of the bodywork and maintains the factory look of the vehicle, while serving as a functional element protecting the fuel filler.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2758379-PW
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2758379
• Substitutable numbers: 51172758379, 2758379, 7190622, AS
• Color: Pepper White - 850
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and fitment for Mini R57 / R58

The Mini Cooper R57 R58 Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Pepper White has been designed specifically for R57 (Cabrio) and R58 (Coupé) bodies. This ensures correct mounting geometry, the appropriate curvature radius relative to the fender, and compatibility with the factory hinge and fuel filler lock mechanism. As a result, the component maintains the body line after installation and does not require bodywork modifications or adaptations.

Its original Mini origin in the Fuel filler caps and accessories category translates into compliance with factory dimensional tolerances and proper interaction with the seal and fuel cap. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where precise fitting of exterior components is essential.

Pepper White – 850 color and visual aspect

The Pepper White - 850 finish allows for an aesthetic match of the flap to the originally painted Mini body. This color is characteristic of many factory configurations, which is why using this cover reduces or completely eliminates the need for repainting during standard repairs.

The uniform paint surface also facilitates polishing and any minor detailing corrections, which is significant when restoring the consistent appearance of the entire side of the vehicle after body and paint repairs.

Functional characteristics and installation

As a body component from the Fuel filler caps and accessories group, the flap is responsible for protecting the filler from dirt, moisture, and mechanical damage. A properly selected cover ensures:

• stable closing of the fuel filler,
• proper force distribution during opening and closing,
• consistent fit to the fender line.

The product comes from disassembly, which in practice means it is a part with factory geometry that was previously used in a vehicle. Such components are often chosen for repairs where the priority is to maintain the original construction and reduce costs compared to new components.

Use in body and paint repairs

In the event of damage to the side of the body, such as collisions in the area of the rear fender, replacing the fuel filler flap with an original Mini part allows for the restoration of correct mounting gaps and the transition line between the fender and the cover. This is especially important when precisely aligning elements after repairing the body structure.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, shields, or accessory trim elements, check the available parts in the Mini fuel filler caps and accessories category.

Technical support and selection of fuel system components

When working on the fuel filler area, it is worth paying attention to the condition of the entire fuel system – from the cap and lines to the tank. For users who want to better understand the relationships between individual components, a guide describing the diagnostics and operation of the fuel system will be helpful: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

Summary

Mini Cooper R57 R58 Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Pepper White is an original fuel filler cover in the characteristic Pepper White - 850 color, designed for Cabrio and Coupé models. It provides a functional and aesthetic solution for body repairs, allowing you to maintain the factory look and proper operation of the fuel filler area in Mini vehicles.