Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop Midnight Black A94

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop Midnight Black is an original component from the Air intakes and vents category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle body. It ensures efficient airflow to the engine compartment and maintains a consistent, factory look for the front of the car. The Midnight Black Metallic - A94 finish helps preserve the characteristic styling of the Mini R55/R56 S series models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430302-MNB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430302
• Substitutable numbers: 51132751736, 2751736, 51130430302, 0430302, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Midnight Black Metallic - A94
• Category: Bonnet Scoops & Vents

Purpose and technical function

The presented bonnet air inlet grille is designed to operate in the front zone of the body, where it is responsible for directing the airflow to the radiator and engine compartment. A properly selected component from this group supports:

• stable cooling of the power unit during daily operation,
• maintaining proper airflow in the bumper and bonnet area,
• protection against larger debris entering the engine compartment.

Thanks to a design consistent with Mini's factory specifications, the air inlet maintains the correct flow geometry, which is important during dynamic driving and in urban conditions.

Exterior appearance and color matching

The Midnight Black Metallic - A94 color is a characteristic metallic finish used in the Mini range, allowing for aesthetic matching to original body paints. Using this shade on the bonnet grille:

• reduces the need for additional painting when replacing the component with a used one,
• makes it easier to maintain a consistent stylistic line of the vehicle's front,
• allows for visual integration with other black details on the body.

This solution works well both for standard replacement of a damaged component and for a subtle upgrade of the Mini S front look.

Assembly and performance characteristics

The bonnet air inlet grille is adapted for installation in the front part of the vehicle, in place of the factory component. Thanks to a design consistent with OEM solutions, you can count on:

• proper fitment with the bonnet and adjacent bumper components,
• stable mounting at factory points,
• preservation of original panel and plastic gap lines.

The component comes from the used Mini parts segment, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the factory geometry and stylistic character of the car's front.

Application in service and modernization

Replacing the bonnet air inlet is a typical operation during accident repairs, visual corrections, or when refreshing the vehicle's front. In workshop practice, such a component is used, among other things, when:

• the original grille is cracked or deformed,
• mechanical damage has occurred in the bonnet and bumper zone,
• the customer expects a consistent, factory look after repair.

Selecting parts from the same product group allows for maintaining predictable airflow behavior and compatibility with other front assembly components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional grilles, side inlets, or bonnet vents, check the available parts in the Mini air intakes and vents category.

Product condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered bonnet air inlet is a used component, which in service practice means the possibility of reducing repair costs while maintaining the original Mini construction. In many cases, a used grille:

• provides a better fit than low-budget replacements,
• maintains the factory stylistic line of the front,
• allows for faster installation due to compatibility with original mounting points.

For users who want to take a conscious approach to selecting components, broader information on purchasing parts from the secondary market may also be useful – you will find it in the guide Second-hand differential – what is worth knowing about used differentials, sensors, and drive systems, which discusses practical principles for assessing the condition of used components and minimizing risks during purchase.