Mini Cooper R60 R61 Left N/S Engine Hood Hinge Bonnet Royal Grey A48 9801569

Mini Cooper R60 R61 Left N/S Engine Hood Hinge Bonnet Royal Grey A48 is an original body component designed for the precise guidance and support of the hood in Mini vehicles. Maintaining the correct hinge geometry is crucial for the trouble-free opening and closing of the engine hood and for proper alignment with the fenders and bumper. This used component in Royal Grey Metallic - A48 allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged hinge without interfering with the hood's structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9805937-ROG
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9805937
• Substitutable numbers: 51239805937, 9805937, 9801569
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Royal Grey Metallic - A48
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the hood hinge

The left engine hood hinge is responsible for the stable guidance of the hood during opening and closing, as well as for maintaining its correct position relative to the body. A properly selected component minimizes stress on the hood, reduces the risk of misalignment, and ensures even gaps between body panels.

The placement on the left side of the vehicle allows for clear identification of the mounting position and eliminates the risk of error when selecting parts. As a result, replacing a damaged hinge is a predictable process, and the final effect is repeatable and consistent with the manufacturer's factory specifications for Mini.

Color matching and visual aspect

The element is finished in Royal Grey Metallic - A48, which is particularly important in areas visible after opening the hood. Maintaining color consistency with the body facilitates the aesthetics of the engine bay and reduces the need for additional painting in the case of repairs performed according to factory specifications.

Choosing a hinge in the correct color is also beneficial for post-accident repairs, where both technical correctness and visual quality are important. Consequently, this component can be used in professional body shops and workshops specializing in the Mini brand.

Mounting characteristics and service application

As an element from the Hoods category, the hinge works directly with the engine hood structure and the mounting points on the body. This allows for the use of standard service procedures without the need to modify factory mounting holes or the hood's geometry.

The used condition of the part makes it an economical solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of component is particularly useful in:

• post-accident repairs involving damage to the front of the body,
• hood alignment corrections after previous repairs,
• servicing fleet vehicles, where repeatability and predictability of assembly are important.

Benefits of using an original Mini hinge

Using an original hood hinge in Mini vehicles translates into several significant service and utility benefits:

• Factory fitment – maintaining the correct hood geometry and support points, which reduces the risk of rubbing against fenders or the bumper.
• Stable mechanism operation – smooth opening and closing of the hood, without excessive play or resistance.
• Consistency with body structure – no need for modifications, drilling additional holes, or using non-factory solutions.

Thanks to these features, the hinge will prove effective both in professional workshops and among users servicing their own Mini who expect a predictable result after replacing the component.

Expanding Mini hood repairs

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 reinforcements, mounts, or additional brackets, check out the available parts in the Mini Hoods category.

When planning broader service work, it is also worth checking out practical tips regarding the selection of used components, compatibility, and assembly procedures – you will find them in the Global Parts guide: Used automotive electronics on board – why is it worth choosing second-hand ECU modules and sensors?. Although the article mainly concerns electronics, it discusses universal principles of safe selection and installation of used parts, which are also useful when working with body components.