Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop Laser Blue

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop Laser Blue is an original body component designed for installation in the front section of a Mini vehicle, responsible for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the air intake zone. Thanks to its precise fit to the hood lines and the characteristic Laser Blue Metallic - A59 finish, the grille allows you to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance after repairs or modifications. This is a solution for users who want to professionally restore the original look of the car's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430302-LAB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430302
• Substitutable numbers: 2751736, 51132751736, 0430302, 51130430302, 51232752275, 2752275
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Laser Blue Metallic - A59
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hood air inlet grille has been designed specifically for the Mini Cooper S R55 and R56 generations, with the intention of being mounted in the front body section. It is responsible for directing airflow in the hood area and for aesthetically closing off the front zone, which is important for both visual and functional reasons.

This component is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged inlet, or refreshing the vehicle's appearance when the existing grille shows signs of wear. Using an original component allows for maintaining proper alignment with the hood and other front-end elements of the car.

Color and visual fit

The grille is finished in the factory Laser Blue Metallic - A59 color, characteristic of selected Mini Cooper S configurations. This makes it possible to maintain a uniform color scheme for the front of the vehicle without the need for additional painting, provided the car has the same paint code.

Such a solution:

• facilitates quick restoration of a consistent body appearance,
• reduces the need for additional paint work,
• helps preserve the original character of the Cooper S version.

Installation characteristics

The hood air inlet grille is structurally matched to the factory mounting points in the Mini Cooper S R55 and R56, which facilitates its installation in place of a worn or damaged element. Maintaining the original geometry allows for proper alignment with the hood and adjacent front-end components.

When replacing, it is worth paying attention to:

• the condition of the mounts within the hood and front body,
• proper seating of the grille in the guides and clips,
• even gaps relative to adjacent elements.

Condition and service application

The component comes from the used parts market, which makes it an attractive solution for service repairs where reasonable cost is important while maintaining original specifications. This type of component is often chosen by workshops specializing in the Mini brand and by users independently sourcing parts for body repairs.

In practice, the hood air inlet grille will work well both for standard replacement after mechanical damage and for gradual renovation of the car's front end, when the owner aims to restore the vehicle's factory appearance.

Configuration expansion and related elements

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 inlets, covers, or decorative trims, check the available parts in the Other Mini category.

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