Mini R50 R52 Front Bumper Complete Trim Panel Schwarz 2 Black - 668

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R50 R52 Front Bumper Complete Trim Panel Schwarz 2 Black - 668 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. Finished in Schwarz 2 - 668, it allows for a visually consistent replacement of a damaged bumper without the need for modifications to the body geometry. This used component is a sensible choice for accident repairs and restorations of Mini R50 and R52 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0308998-SCH1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0308998
• Substitutable numbers: 51110308998, 0308998
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment

The presented bumper is designed for installation on the front of the Mini R50 and R52 series, ensuring proper airflow management and protection of structural elements. As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, it is prepared to work with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

The Schwarz 2 - 668 color allows for an aesthetic match to the original Mini paint palette, which is particularly important for repairs where both correct geometry and a consistent exterior appearance of the vehicle are essential.

Technical and functional characteristics

The front bumper performs several key functions: it shields critical structural elements, works with passive safety systems, and serves as a carrier for additional body components. In the case of the Mini R50/R52, its proper fitment is important for:

• maintaining correct gaps between body panels,
• stable mounting of external accessories,
• preserving the factory body line and aerodynamics.

The Schwarz 2 - 668 color facilitates integration with the existing paintwork and, if necessary, allows for precise preparation for repainting in accordance with manufacturer standards.

Component condition and use in repairs

The offered bumper is a used part, making it a cost-effective solution for repairs where the priority is combining functionality with cost control. This type of component is suitable for both accident repairs and restoring the original look of older Mini R50/R52 units, where maintaining the factory character of the body is important.

Choosing a used bumper from the same model series allows for maintaining structural compatibility with other front-end components, which is significant for subsequent gap adjustment, headlight installation, or air intake grille mounting.

Benefits of using an original Mini bumper

Using an original Mini front bumper in Schwarz 2 - 668 provides a number of practical benefits:

• factory fitment to the vehicle's front structure,
• visual consistency with the body line characteristic of the Mini R50/R52,
• possibility to use existing mounting points and reinforcements,
• easier preparation for potential repainting according to the color code.

Thanks to this, the component can be successfully used both in professional body and paint shops and in service centers specializing in the Mini brand.

Expanding repairs within Mini bumpers

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front-end zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional reinforcements, beams, or covers, check out the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

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