Front Bumper Trim Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Panel Left N/S Laser Blue 0430245

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Front Bumper Trim Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Panel Left N/S Laser Blue is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation on the left side of the front bumper. Precise fitment for Mini Cooper S R55, R56, and R57 series models, combined with the factory Laser Blue Metallic - A59 color, allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the front body section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430245-LAB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430245
• Substitutable numbers: 51110430245, 0430245, 2751563
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Laser Blue Metallic - A59
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The described bumper trim panel is dedicated to installation on the front, left side of the Mini Cooper S R55, R56, and R57 generation body. The component belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, responsible for the proper finishing of the bumper edge, maintaining a consistent body line, and ensuring the correct alignment of adjacent exterior components.

Its placement in the front zone means the trim serves both a visual and practical role – it helps maintain stable fitment of neighboring parts, limits the formation of unwanted gaps, and supports the preservation of the factory bumper geometry.

Color and visual fitment

The trim is factory-finished in the Laser Blue Metallic - A59 shade, characteristic of many Mini Cooper S units. This makes it possible to maintain a uniform color scheme for the front of the vehicle without the need for additional painting, provided that the other body components share the same paint code.

The metallic coating ensures consistency with the original Mini paint, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and restoring the vehicle to a near-factory condition. For owners who care about body aesthetics, this means an easier way to achieve a uniform visual effect across the entire width of the front bumper.

Technical specifications and installation

The trim has been designed as a component intended for a specific location on the vehicle – front, left side. Proper profiling and factory mounting points allow for installation in place of the original part without the need for structural modifications. This ensures that the bumper remains properly aligned with adjacent body components.

As a component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the trim works with the structure of the vehicle's front section, complementing the mounting and cover system. In practice, this translates into:

• stable seating in the front zone,
• correct guidance of the bumper edge,
• maintaining a consistent body line on the left side.

Condition and service application

The component is offered in used condition, which allows for an economical yet technically correct vehicle repair. This type of part is particularly suitable for:

• repairs after minor collisions in the front, left zone,
• replacing missing fragments of the bumper trim,
• restoring the original appearance of the Mini Cooper S R55, R56, R57 series.

For body shops and service centers specializing in the Mini brand, this is a practical solution that allows for maintaining the structural and visual consistency of the vehicle's front.

Compatibility within the Mini brand

The bumper trim panel has been developed with the specific body geometry of the Mini Cooper S R55, R56, and R57 generations in mind. This means that its shape, mounting points, and crease lines are adapted to the factory dimensions of these models. Proper selection of the component for the specific Mini body version is crucial for achieving correct fitment and avoiding stress within the bumper area.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcements, covers, or additional panels, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Expert support and knowledge about Mini parts

For users who want to better understand the structural differences between older and newer Mini generations and the importance of using appropriate body components, an article comparing technical solutions in different versions of this model may be helpful. More information can be found in the material: Classic Mini vs modern MINI – how the construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character.