Mini R55 R56 Hood Bonnet Cooper S Engine Cover Panel Pepper White - 850

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R55 R56 Hood Bonnet Cooper S Engine Cover Panel Pepper White is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for installation in the front section of the Mini Cooper S vehicle. Finished in the distinctive Pepper White - 850 color, it allows for maintaining a consistent factory appearance and proper body line alignment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2754741-PW
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2754741
• Substitutable numbers: 41612754741, 2754741, 41617318365, 7318365
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Pepper White - 850
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented hood is structurally prepared for installation in Mini R55 and R56 series models in the Cooper S version, intended for the front of the body. The panel geometry, stampings, and edges are consistent with factory mounting points, which facilitates proper alignment with the fenders, radiator grille, and bumper.

By maintaining the original specification, the component ensures proper gap alignment, which is important both for aesthetics and for the correct closing of the engine cover as well as the operation of the lock and hinges.

Pepper White - 850 color scheme

The hood is finished in the factory Pepper White - 850 shade, characteristic of many Mini Cooper S configurations. For users who want to limit the scope of paint work, this provides a practical base for matching the coating to the rest of the body or performing only local corrections.

The uniform color also facilitates the assessment of any preparatory work before painting and allows for maintaining the consistent, classic character of the Mini body, especially in configurations with a contrasting roof and styling accessories.

Characteristics of the used component

As a secondary market item, the hood comes from dismantling, which allows for preserving the factory geometry and sheet metal structure. A used component of this type is often chosen for post-accident repairs and when replacing a damaged engine cover, where the priority is maintaining the original construction and a reasonable budget.

Compared to non-factory replacements, an original hood from dismantling usually works better with existing hinges, locks, and seals, which translates into stable closing and less need for sheet metal adjustments.

Installation zone and function in the body

The placement on the vehicle covers the front part of the body, where the hood serves as a cover for the engine compartment and an element shaping aerodynamics and airflow in the radiator area. A correctly selected engine cover affects:

• maintaining the rigidity of the front part of the body within the range provided by the manufacturer,
• protection of the power unit and accessories against external factors,
• maintaining the factory styling line of the Mini Cooper S.

Selection support and additional materials

When selecting a hood for a specific Mini equipment version, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the vehicle generation and body configuration to avoid problems with installation and fitment. In the case of extensive turbocharger upgrades or changes in the engine compartment, technical materials regarding the Mini Cooper S may be helpful – you can find practical information in the article Go-Kart Feeling XXL: used N18 vs B48 turbocharger – what to choose for a Mini Cooper S?.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or complementary body panels, check the available parts in the Mini Hoods category.