Mini Cooper R56 R57 Rear Bumper Dark Silver Metallic - 871

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini Cooper R56 R57 Rear Bumper Dark Silver Metallic is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. Finished in an attractive Dark Silver Metallic color, it allows for a visually consistent body repair while maintaining the factory character of your Mini.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430249-DS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430249
• Substitutable numbers: 51120430249, 0430249, 7147871, 51127147876, 7147876
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Dark Silver Metallic - 871
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The presented rear bumper has been designed specifically for Mini R56 and R57 series models, taking into account the characteristic body geometry of these generations. Proper edge profiling, embossing, and the lower bumper line ensure a correct fit with the fenders, trunk lid, and other rear body panels.

Its placement at the rear of the vehicle means this component is responsible for both aesthetics and basic protection of the body structure during minor parking collisions. By maintaining the factory bumper shape, it is possible to preserve proper aerodynamics and the characteristic Mini body line.

Dark Silver Metallic color and visual appeal

The finish in Dark Silver Metallic allows for aesthetic integration with the factory Mini paint palette. The metallic structure of the paint ensures even light dispersion, which translates into a consistent look for the entire rear section of the body after repair.

In many cases, such a bumper can significantly reduce the scope of paint work – with proper alignment to the rest of the body, often only local polishing or spot corrections are needed, which shortens repair time and lowers costs. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, where both functionality and maintaining the original character of the car are important.

Technical and functional characteristics

As a component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, this Mini rear bumper serves as an external cover for the rear of the body, working in conjunction with the vehicle's internal reinforcements and mounts. The design, intended for installation at original mounting points, allows for the use of standard service procedures without the need for modifications.

The product comes from disassembly, which means it is a used part, but it retains the mounting parameters required for correct installation. This type of component is particularly beneficial for economical repairs, where it is important to combine a reasonable budget with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Benefits of using an original Mini bumper

Using an original Mini rear bumper in Dark Silver Metallic brings a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of the factory body line and the characteristic look of R56/R57 models,
• certainty of fitment to original mounting points at the rear of the vehicle,
• possibility of reducing the scope of paint work due to color matching,
• economical repair while maintaining the OE part standard.

For users who value visual and technical consistency, using such a component allows the vehicle to be restored to a state close to factory condition without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment.

Expanding rear body repair

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

Installation and maintenance tips

Before installation, it is recommended to thoroughly check the geometry of the rear body section and the condition of the mounting points so that the bumper can be seated correctly. In the case of post-accident repairs, it is also worth verifying cooperating elements, such as internal reinforcements or brackets, to avoid tension and unnatural gaps after installation.

For vehicle owners who are simultaneously planning to improve interior comfort, an article describing the impact of branded seats from disassembly on ergonomics and car value may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from disassembly improve comfort and car value.