BMW Mini Cabrio R52 Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Hot Orange Metallic 7118374

BMW Mini Cabrio R52 Filler In Flap Fuel Cap Cover Hot Orange Metallic is an original fuel filler flap designed for the convertible body style, finished in the attractive Hot Orange Metallic - A26 color. This component belongs to the Rear wheel arches and fenders group, ensuring the side body line is aesthetically closed and protecting the fuel filler area from contaminants.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0309413-HOT
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0309413
• Substitutable numbers: 51170309413, 0309413, 7118374, PK
• Color: Hot Orange Metallic - A26
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The presented fuel filler flap is a factory-made body component for the Mini Cabrio R52, designed to operate in the rear part of the vehicle, in the area of the wheel arch and fender. It is responsible for covering the fuel filler neck, limiting access to moisture and dirt, and maintaining the consistent geometry of the side body panels.

As a part from the Rear wheel arches and fenders group, the component works in conjunction with the rear fender, wheel housing, and internal filler housing, which is important for both corrosion protection and the correct alignment of the paint line on the body.

Color and paint matching

The flap is painted in the Hot Orange Metallic - A26 shade, characteristic of dynamic Mini configurations. This makes it possible to maintain a uniform paint surface in the rear fender area without the need for full painting of the entire body element, provided that the other panels are the same color.

The metallic finish provides attractive color depth and good matching to factory paint coatings, which is essential for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, or replacing a damaged fuel filler flap.

Mounting characteristics

The design of the flap has been prepared for direct installation in the Mini Cabrio R52 body, in the factory fuel filler socket. Properly shaped mounts and edge geometry work with the hinge and lock socket, which facilitates correct gap adjustment relative to the rear fender.

The element comes from a vehicle and is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair of the fuel filler area while maintaining the original body specification. This type of component is particularly useful for local post-collision repairs or when replacing a mechanically damaged fuel filler flap.

Application in the rear wheel arch and fender zone

The placement of the fuel filler flap in the immediate vicinity of the rear wheel arch means that the element contributes to the protection of this zone against water, mud, and road salt. A properly selected and installed flap limits the ingress of contaminants into the interior of the filler housing, which helps maintain the tightness and cleanliness of the fuel filler neck.

In the case of body and paint repairs in the rear fender area, using an original flap in the correct color makes it easier to recreate the factory look of the vehicle, without the need for compromises in terms of fitment or body lines.

Benefits of using an original component

Choosing an original fuel filler flap for the Mini Cabrio R52 allows you to maintain compliance with the factory body geometry, which translates into even gaps, correct closing, and predictable behavior of the element in daily use. A used OEM component is a cost-effective solution while ensuring proper fitment to the existing wheel arch and rear fender structure.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear wheel arch and fender zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, inner wheel arches, or additional body panels, check out the available parts in the Mini Rear wheel arches and fenders category.

For a broader perspective on the cost-effectiveness of using aftermarket components in key vehicle systems, you can read the guide Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, which organizes the most important issues related to selecting used parts according to OEM numbers and real repair costs.