Mini R55 R56 R57 R58 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Right O/S Chili Red - 851

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R55 R56 R57 R58 Side Panel Wing Fender Front Right O/S Chili Red is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle's front end. Finished in the distinctive Chili Red - 851 color, it allows you to maintain a consistent body appearance and the correct geometry of the front section of your Mini.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2754726-CHRED1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2754726
• Substitutable numbers: 2754726, 41352754726
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and compatibility with Mini

The presented fender is designed as a component to be mounted in the front zone, on the right side, in accordance with the factory design specifications of the Mini R55, R56, and R57 series. This ensures that the correct body lines, proper gaps between the panel and the hood, bumper, and doors, as well as the correct wheel arch edge alignment are maintained.

Its original Mini origin facilitates precise fitting with other body panels, which reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications and simplifies installation in a professional service center or a specialized body and paint shop.

Technical characteristics and Chili Red - 851 color

The fender belongs to the Front fenders group, responsible for protecting the front wheel arch, directing airflow around the wheel, and shielding the engine compartment and sills from road debris. Its placement on the vehicle in the front area on the right side ensures compatibility with factory mounting points and internal wheel arch components.

The Chili Red - 851 color is a characteristic, intense red used by Mini, allowing for an aesthetic match to the vehicle's original paint. In practice, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of painting to a local shade match, which speeds up the repair process and can reduce body restoration costs.

Condition, application, and benefits of installation

The item is offered in a used condition, making it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, or replacing a damaged wheel arch panel. In many cases, using an original, used fender allows for a better fit than in the case of aftermarket parts with universal geometry.

The main benefits of installing this fender include:

• maintaining the factory body line and the characteristic Mini styling,
• restoring the correct geometry of the front wheel arch on the right side,
• the possibility of limiting the scope of paint work thanks to the Chili Red - 851 color match,
• compatibility with factory mounting points and wheel arch equipment.

Support with selection and expansion of the wheel arch zone

When performing bodywork in the area of the right front wheel arch, it is worth paying attention to the condition of adjacent elements, such as inner liners, mounts, or trim strips, in order to restore full functionality and aesthetics to the front of the vehicle in one operation. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front wheel arch zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as wheel arch panels, inner liners, or additional reinforcements, check the available parts in the Mini Front fenders category.

Additional technical and educational information

When planning body repairs and operating a vehicle with a diesel engine, it is worth considering the general technical condition of the vehicle, including the power unit and equipment. For users interested in analyzing the durability and maintenance costs of popular BMW engines, an article comparing different diesel designs may be helpful – a detailed summary can be found in the material: BMW N47 vs M57 / M57N / M57N2 – ranking of legendary diesels.