BMW Mini Cooper S 1 R55 R56 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Panel Housing Chili Red

BMW Mini Cooper S 1 R55 R56 Fuel Filler Flap Surround Panel Housing Chili Red is an original bodywork component designed for use in Mini vehicles. The product belongs to the Rear wheel arches and fenders category, making it a perfect fit for users looking for compatible body components with a consistent style. It features an attractive Chili Red - 851 finish, allowing for an aesthetic match to the vehicle's factory configuration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2751980-CHRED1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430310
• Substitutable numbers: 51170430310, 0430310, 2751980
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Technical characteristics and purpose

The component used in Mini models as a dedicated part is a structural element integrated with the bodywork area assigned to the Rear wheel arches and fenders category. This type of solution allows for maintaining structural consistency and proper installation within the side sections of the body.

The element has been designed as an original part, which facilitates installation in the factory location without the need for structural modifications. As a result, the panel retains the correct mounting points and geometry in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.

Color and visual matching

The Chili Red - 851 finish allows for precise matching to factory body and interior elements of the Mini where this characteristic color is used. This solution is particularly beneficial for:

• local repair of a damaged panel within the side body section,
• restoring the vehicle's original color configuration,
• maintaining a consistent look for elements in the Rear wheel arches and fenders category.

By maintaining the correct paint tone, it is possible to minimize visual differences between the newly installed panel and the remaining body components.

Condition and service application

The panel is offered as a used part, making it a practical choice for post-accident repairs, bodywork service, or restoring the functionality of vehicles used on a daily basis. A used component allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining the original construction and mounting fitment.

Such a solution is particularly advantageous in situations where the priority is to restore full functionality and proper body panel alignment without the need to resort to aftermarket replacements with uncertain geometry.

Benefits of using an original panel

Using an original panel in a Mini vehicle ensures:

• preservation of the factory look and stylistic consistency of the body,
• proper fitment with elements from the Rear wheel arches and fenders group,
• easier installation thanks to factory mounting points,
• the ability to utilize existing wiring and control systems.

For users who prioritize technical correctness of repairs and compliance with the manufacturer's original specifications, such a panel is a sensible service choice.

Expanding Mini bodywork upgrades

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

For drivers interested in a broader approach to vehicle service, including engine equipment maintenance and the selection of appropriate components, a guide dedicated to popular Mercedes engines may be helpful – you can find it in the article Reliability under the star sign – how to take care of engine equipment in popular Mercedes-Benz C and E-Class models?.