Mini Cooper S R52 R53 Bonnet Front Hood Panel Astro Black Metallic - A25

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini Cooper S R52 R53 Bonnet Front Hood Panel Astro Black Metallic is an original body component from the Bonnet category, designed for installation in the front section of Mini R52 and R53 series vehicles in the S version. Finished in the factory Astro Black Metallic - A25 color, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct repair of the vehicle's front end without compromising on fitment or body geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7067754-ASB1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7067754
• Substitutable numbers: 41617067754, 7067754, 41617037432, 7037432
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Astro Black Metallic - A25
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented bonnet is structurally prepared for installation in the front body section of the Mini R52 and R53 series in the S version, ensuring proper body line alignment and compatibility with factory mounting points. As an OEM component from the Mini group, it maintains original geometry, which facilitates the adjustment of gaps relative to the fenders, bumper, and front panel.

The Astro Black Metallic - A25 color allows for a visually consistent match to the bodywork in the same shade, which in many cases limits the scope of paintwork to potential minor corrections and polishing rather than a full repaint of the component.

Technical and structural characteristics

The bonnet is designed as a load-bearing element of the front bodywork, working in conjunction with the bonnet lock, hinges, and engine compartment seals. The appropriate structural rigidity ensures proper closing and stable positioning while driving, as well as correct force distribution in the event of minor front-end collisions.

The factory stampings and external shape are consistent with the styling line of the S version, which is important for both aerodynamics and maintaining the car's original appearance. As a result, the component works well with standard headlights, the radiator grille, and the bumper without the need for additional modifications.

Astro Black Metallic - A25 color

The Astro Black Metallic - A25 finish is a characteristic dark metallic paint used by the factory in Mini vehicles. The properly selected structure and shade of the paint coating allow for maintaining visual consistency across the entire body, which is crucial for post-accident repairs and vehicle restorations.

For body and paint shops, this means the ability to precisely match the color when blending adjacent panels, and for the user – an aesthetic, factory-like final result without visible tonal differences.

Condition and use in repairs

The item is in used condition, making it an attractive cost-effective solution while maintaining original OEM quality. This type of bonnet is particularly suitable for repairing the front of a vehicle after a collision, replacing corroded parts, or reconstructing a car according to factory specifications.

Choosing a used OEM bonnet for a Mini instead of an uncertain aftermarket replacement allows for maintaining proper fitment with other body panels and reduces the risk of issues with lock adjustment, hinges, or body line alignment.

Repair expansion and additional information

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

For larger drivetrain repairs or when replacing components related to the drivetrain, it is also worth considering the use of original, used components. You can find more about the advantages of using factory second-hand parts in the context of the drivetrain in the article Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an uncertain replacement.