Bumper Rear Mini R56 R57 Cooper S Complete Trim Panel Astro Black - A25

Visual condition of the part

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

Bumper Rear Mini R56 R57 Cooper S Complete Trim Panel Astro Black is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Astro Black Metallic - A25 color, it allows for maintaining consistent body styling and the correct geometry of the rear safety zone.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430252-ASB4
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430252
• Substitutable numbers: 51120430252, 0430252, 51127147890, 7147890, 7147886, 2752543, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Astro Black Metallic - A25
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The presented bumper has been designed specifically for Mini Cooper S R56 generation models, taking into account the characteristic body lines and the sporty profile of this model. Its placement in the rear area of the vehicle ensures proper coverage of the impact zone, and the construction, compliant with factory Mini standards, facilitates installation at the mounting points provided by the manufacturer.

Thanks to the use of original geometry, the bumper works with factory reinforcements, the impact bar, and other rear body components, which helps maintain correct gaps between body panels and an aesthetic appearance of the vehicle after repair.

Astro Black Metallic - A25 color and aesthetic values

The Astro Black Metallic - A25 finish allows for a consistent match with the factory paint of the Mini Cooper S R56 in this color variant. The metallic structure of the paint emphasizes the dynamic character of the car, and the properly selected shade facilitates integration with other body panels without the need for a full repaint of the entire rear section of the vehicle.

For users who want to maintain the original look of the car after an accident repair or replacement of a damaged part, such a bumper is a practical solution, limiting the scope of paint work and shortening the time required to return the car to service.

Characteristics of the used component

As a secondary market item, the bumper comes from disassembly and is intended for re-installation in another vehicle. Such components are frequently chosen in professional body and paint shops because they allow for economical repair while maintaining the original construction and material used by the manufacturer.

A used rear bumper for the Mini Cooper S R56 can be a good choice in situations where the priority is to maintain the factory shape, mounting points, and compatibility with existing reinforcements and equipment in the rear body section.

Benefits of using an original Mini bumper

Using an original bumper from the Bumpers and reinforcements category brings a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining the factory body line and proper fitment of body elements,
• compatibility with factory mounting points in the rear of the vehicle,
• easier work for the body technician and painter thanks to the predictable geometry of the element,
• reduction in the scope of paint repairs thanks to the matched Astro Black Metallic - A25 color.

For Mini Cooper S R56 owners, this means the possibility of restoring the aesthetic appearance of the car and the proper functioning of the rear body zone at reasonable repair costs.

Expanding the repair of the Mini rear body section

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional bumpers, reinforcements, or mounting beams, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

For users interested in a broader approach to car servicing, including the use of parts from disassembly in other makes and models, the article describing practical aspects of working with electronics and multimedia systems in BMW might be helpful – more information can be found in the material Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models using parts from disassembly?.