Mini Clubman R55 Cooper S Rear Bumper Trim Panel Pure Silver - 900

Mini Clubman R55 Cooper S Rear Bumper Trim Panel Pure Silver is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory finish in the Pure Silver Metallic – 900 shade, it ensures a consistent look with the rest of the body panels and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct repair of the vehicle's rear zone.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0442798-PS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0442798
• Substitutable numbers: 51120442798, 0442798
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Pure Silver Metallic - 900
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The described rear bumper trim is dedicated to the Mini Clubman R55 Cooper S model and is mounted in the rear part of the vehicle. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower bumper edge and simultaneously serves as part of the body shielding system, which organizes airflow in the rear zone of the car and protects the bumper structure.

The component belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, which means it works in conjunction with other rear bumper components, such as the beam, cover, or additional shields. Replacing the trim with an original panel allows for the restoration of the factory geometry and appearance of the rear body section after a collision, parking scrape, or operational wear.

Color and paint matching

The trim is finished in Pure Silver Metallic – 900, characteristic of the Mini paint palette. This makes it possible to maintain a uniform tone of silver paint across the entire rear body section, without the need for additional shade matching in the case of well-maintained paint on the car.

The factory metallic finish ensures:

• a consistent visual reception with the remaining body panels,
• aesthetic transitions between the bumper and adjacent elements,
• easier matching in the process of any supplementary painting.

Installation and operational characteristics

The rear bumper trim is designed as a component matched to the factory mounting points in the Mini Clubman R55 Cooper S. This means that with a properly prepared bumper, the installation proceeds in an orderly manner, without the need for structural modifications. This type of panel allows you to:

• recreate the rear bumper line in accordance with the manufacturer's design,
• maintain proper fitment with adjacent body elements,
• preserve the original character of the sporty Cooper S version.

The used condition means that the component comes from dismantling, which in practice allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. Before installation, standard surface verification and preparation according to the individual paint requirements of the vehicle are recommended.

Application in Mini body repairs

In the case of damage to the rear body section of the Mini Clubman R55 Cooper S, replacing the bumper trim with an original panel is a solution that allows for the restoration of both the appearance and the correct fitment of elements. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• repairs after minor collisions and scrapes,
• visual renovation of the car before sale,
• restoring the factory look of the Cooper S version after modifications.

Selecting a component from the same construction group as the factory bumper reduces the risk of installation problems and minimizes the need for additional body and paint adjustments.

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

Additional technical and operational information

As an original Mini brand component, the rear bumper trim complies with the manufacturer's factory quality standards. Proper fitment for the Clubman R55 Cooper S model facilitates the work of body and paint shops as well as workshops specializing in the Mini brand, shortening the time required for installation and adjustment.

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