Mini Cooper 1 R55 R56 R60 Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Mirror Wing Chili Red 851

Mini Cooper 1 R55 R56 R60 Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Mirror Wing Chili Red in Chili Red – 851 is an original body component designed for the R55, R56, and R60 series models. The contrasting red paint allows you to restore a consistent body appearance after mirror damage or perform an aesthetic replacement with a part that meets Mini's factory specifications. This is a practical solution for users who expect precise fitment and the preservation of the characteristic Mini styling.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2754913-CHRED1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2754913
• Substitutable numbers: 51162754913, 2754913, 51162753663, 2753663
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for Mini Cooper

The presented cover is a component from the Exterior Mirrors group, designed for the left side of the vehicle. The housing construction has been designed for specific Mini Cooper generations, ensuring that the correct mounting points and geometry matching the mirror shape are maintained. This facilitates installation and allows for a hassle-free replacement of a damaged or worn cover without the need to modify other mirror components.

Chili Red – 851 color and aesthetic values

The Chili Red – 851 color is a characteristic, dynamic shade of red used as a factory standard in the Mini range. Using the original color allows you to:

• maintain visual consistency of the bodywork after repair,
• ensure compliance with the factory paint configuration,
• avoid shade differences typical of non-factory replacements.

As a result, replacing the mirror cover alone does not disrupt the car's stylistic lines, and the vehicle retains the expressive character typical of Mini.

Component characteristics and installation

The mirror housing cover is an external component responsible for protecting the internal mirror parts and for the vehicle's visual appearance. Proper fitment to the left side of the body ensures:

• correct adhesion to the mirror body,
• stable seating after snapping into the factory mounting points,
• preservation of the proper aerodynamics and shape of the mirror.

The item comes from the used Mini parts group, which allows for an economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This is a good solution for users who want to combine cost control with maintaining the factory look of the vehicle.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing the mirror cover alone is particularly beneficial in situations where only the outer part of the housing has been damaged, while the adjustment mechanism and mirror glass remain functional. This allows you to:

• limit the scope of repair to the visual element,
• reduce costs compared to a complete mirror assembly,
• keep the original vehicle equipment in other respects.

For Mini Cooper owners who care about maintaining a consistent, branded look for their car, using an original cover in Chili Red is a technically and visually justified solution.

Related items from the Mini Exterior Mirrors category

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side mirror area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as mirror bodies, glass inserts, or turn signals in the housing, check the available parts in the Mini Exterior Mirrors category.

Additionally, if you want to deepen your knowledge on selecting original parts by OEM or VIN numbers and learn practical tips regarding used components, it is worth reading the article: Audi five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it using original Audi parts. Although it concerns a different brand, the principles of selection and verification of OEM parts contained therein are also helpful when working with Mini components.