Mini Cooper R55 R56 Side Panel Front Left Wing N/S Dark Silver Metallic - 871

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini Cooper R55 R56 Side Panel Front Left Wing N/S Dark Silver Metallic is an original body component designed for the front left side of a Mini vehicle, ideal for professional post-accident repairs or aesthetic bodywork corrections. This used fender in Dark Silver Metallic - 871 allows for a seamless match with the factory paint, reducing the scope of painting work and shortening repair time. It is a practical solution for workshops and users who expect a solid component that complies with factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2754725-DS9
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2754725
• Substitutable numbers: 41352754725, 2754725
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Dark Silver Metallic - 871
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The presented fender is designed as a body component for the Mini R55/R56 series, intended for the front left side. The construction matches factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures proper alignment with the hood, bumper, and driver's door. By maintaining the original geometry of the body panel, it is possible to restore the correct body line and maintain proper gaps between elements.

Dark Silver Metallic – 871 color

The fender is factory-finished in Dark Silver Metallic - 871, characteristic of many Mini configurations. For vehicles with the same paint code, this means the possibility of minimizing or completely eliminating painting work after appropriate visual matching. This is a particularly beneficial solution for repairs where time, cost control, and maintaining an appearance as close to the original as possible are important.

Characteristics of the used component

As a secondary market part, the fender comes from dismantling and is intended for re-installation in another vehicle. A used Mini body component is a reasonable compromise between cost and functionality – it allows for restoring the full utility and aesthetics of the vehicle without the need to invest in a new panel. Such components are frequently chosen by body and paint shops looking for original structural solutions while maintaining an attractive repair budget.

Application in body repairs

The front left fender in a Mini plays an important role in protecting the wheel arch, guiding airflow along the body, and shielding suspension components and the engine bay from water and debris. Replacing a damaged panel with an original component from the same model series:

• restores the correct shape and rigidity of the side body section,
• facilitates the correct alignment of headlights and the bumper relative to the body line,
• reduces the risk of corrosion in the wheel arch area due to proper fitment of covers and seals.

For Mini users, this means not only an improved appearance but also maintaining proper mechanical protection in the front part of the vehicle.

Integration with other Mini body components

Fender replacement is often part of a wider range of work on the front left side of the vehicle – including the bumper, headlight, inner wheel arch, or decorative moldings. Using an original Mini body panel facilitates the matching of these components, which translates into stable assembly and an aesthetic final result. This is especially important in vehicles where a consistent look and maintaining the brand's characteristic styling are valued.

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

Support in selecting used parts

When planning body repairs, it is worth looking at the entire range of needed components – from outer panels and mounting elements to small assembly accessories. To better plan your purchases and avoid accidentally combining unverified replacements, a guide describing the One-Stop-Shop approach to collecting used parts may be helpful. More practical tips can be found in the article Comprehensive supply: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to collect used car parts in one place?.