Mini R60 Front Bonnet Hood Hinge Right O/S Cosmic Black Metallic 303 9801570

Mini R60 Front Bonnet Hood Hinge Right O/S Cosmic Black Metallic is an original body component designed for the precise mounting and guidance of the front hood on the right side. Thanks to its factory origin from the Mini brand, it ensures correct opening geometry, stable hood support, and color consistency with the Cosmic Black Metallic – 303 paint finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9801570-COS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9801570
• Substitutable numbers: 9801570
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Cosmosschwarz Metallic - 303
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the Mini R60 hood hinge

The presented hinge is a component from the Hood hinges, locks, and other hood parts group, responsible for the safe and smooth opening and closing of the hood in the front right section of the body. A correctly selected hinge minimizes stress on the bodywork, reduces the risk of hood misalignment, and helps maintain even gaps between the hood, fenders, and bumper.

Its location in the front zone of the vehicle means this component is utilized every time the engine compartment is opened for service, which is why its proper fit is important for both ease of use and operational safety.

Color and matching of the Cosmic Black Metallic – 303 paint

The hinge is finished in Cosmic Black Metallic – 303, which allows for visual consistency with the factory Mini body paint in this shade. For many users, this is not only aesthetically significant but also practical – it reduces the need for additional painting of the component in areas visible when the hood is open.

Color matching is particularly important during post-accident repairs and when replacing individual components, where maintaining the car's original character and avoiding shade differences within the engine bay is a priority.

Technical specifications and installation

The hood hinge has been designed specifically for the Mini R60 body, taking into account the vehicle's front geometry and the loads acting on the hood. The design provides for installation in the front – right position, which guarantees proper hood guidance relative to the left hinge and the latch.

Its factory origin from the Mini brand promotes the maintenance of appropriate connection rigidity, the correct hood opening angle, and compatibility with the original mounting points on the body. In practice, this translates into predictable installation and reduces the need for additional alignment adjustments.

Used condition and benefits of choosing OEM parts

The item is offered in used condition, which allows for combining original build quality with an attractive purchase price. In the case of hood hinges, choosing OEM parts from disassembly often ensures a better fit than aftermarket replacements with universal designs.

A used Mini R60 hood hinge is a particularly beneficial solution for body repairs where maintaining factory geometry is essential while optimizing costs. For informed users, it is a reasonable compromise between quality and budget.

Repair expansion and selection of other components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front hood area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or hood supports, check out the available parts in the Mini hood hinges, locks, and other hood parts category.

When selecting used body components, it is worth considering not only model compatibility but also OEM markings and interchangeable part numbers. Practical tips on selecting original components, including how to verify them using manufacturer markings, can be found in the article Audi five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to maintain it with original Audi parts, which discusses, among other things, the principles of selecting used OEM parts.

If you want to better understand how to effectively use the secondary market parts offer and what to look for when purchasing body components, the guide Used parts – your guide to the best offers in the automotive store, which describes practical criteria for assessing the condition and cost-effectiveness of a purchase, may be helpful.