Mini R56 R57 Bumper Rear Trim Panel Covering Chili Red - 851

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R56 R57 Bumper Rear Trim Panel Covering Chili Red is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. Finished in the characteristic Chili Red - 851 color, it allows for maintaining consistent body styling and correctly reproducing the factory lines of the Mini.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430247-CHRED
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430247
• Substitutable numbers: 51120430247, 0430247, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the Mini rear bumper

The presented rear bumper is designed as a body component mounted in the rear zone of the vehicle. It is responsible for absorbing some of the impact forces during minor collisions, while also serving an aesthetic function by completing the body line and ensuring proper alignment of the lamp edges, trunk lid, and wheel arches.

Thanks to its factory geometry and precise profile, the bumper ensures proper fitment with other body panels, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments.

Chili Red - 851 color and visual matching

The finish in Chili Red - 851 allows for maintaining the original stylistic character of the Mini without the need to change the vehicle's color concept. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where the goal is to recreate the factory appearance as faithfully as possible.

Choosing a bumper in the correct color reduces the scope of paint work and facilitates visual quality control after installation. For professional body and paint shops, this translates into a more predictable repair process and a stable final result.

Mounting parameters and technical aspects

The bumper is intended for installation in the rear part of the body, in the area referred to as Rear. The component's construction is adapted to the factory mounting points on the Mini body, which helps maintain proper geometry and minimizes the risk of stress resulting from improper fitment.

The product has a specific weight, which is important both from the point of view of transport and planning installation in workshop conditions. Using an original bumper from the Bumpers and reinforcements group helps maintain the predictable operational characteristics of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the used product

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining the original construction and geometry. In workshop practice, such a solution is often chosen for repairs of older vehicles, where it is crucial to combine functionality with a rational budget.

Using an original used bumper facilitates matching to the existing body structure and also promotes visual consistency compared to replacement parts with different manufacturing characteristics.

Integration with other Mini body components

As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the rear bumper works with other components of the rear body zone, such as reinforcements, mounts, or trim elements. A correctly selected and installed component allows for maintaining proper assembly gaps and the stability of the entire rear section.

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

Additional technical support and knowledge

When planning major body or drivetrain repairs, it is also worth considering aspects related to other vehicle components. In the context of optimizing service costs, the guide material on choosing used parts, available in the article Used gearbox – when is it worth it and what you need to remember, which discusses practical criteria for assessing the profitability of purchasing components from the secondary market, may be helpful.