Mini R56 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Lid Covering Kite Blue Metallic - B48

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R56 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Lid Covering Kite Blue Metallic - B48 is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory paint in Kite Blue Metallic B48, it provides a consistent solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork adjustments, and restoring the original body geometry in Mini R56 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2752015-KBM
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2752015
• Substitutable numbers: 41002752015, 2752015, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Kite Blue Metallic - B48
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment for Mini R56

The presented boot lid belongs to the Boot lids and rear parts group and has been designed for the rear body section of the Mini R56. The original construction ensures proper alignment of the body lines, correct fitment with the fenders, rear bumper, and seals, which facilitates achieving factory-standard gaps and reduces the need for additional modifications.

The component is ready for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, allowing for a technically correct replacement of a damaged lid without interfering with the structural integrity of the body. By maintaining the original geometry, it is possible to ensure proper closing of the boot, correct lock alignment, and comfortable daily use of the lid.

Kite Blue Metallic B48 color – advantages for repairs

The factory Kite Blue Metallic B48 color is a metallic paint characteristic of specific Mini configurations, which complements the body lines and highlights the distinctive style of this model. Using a lid in the same shade often allows for a reduction in the scope of paintwork required, which shortens repair time and minimizes the risk of color discrepancies between individual panels.

For body shops and private users, this means a more predictable restoration process – especially where maintaining visual consistency and technically correct reproduction of the vehicle's original appearance is a priority.

Characteristics of the used component

The boot lid is a used component, which in practice means real cost savings while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are frequently chosen for post-accident repairs when the priority is to combine technical correctness with a reasonable budget.

A used Mini R56 boot lid may show signs of wear typical for body parts; however, with proper installation and potential paint correction, it allows for the restoration of full functionality to the rear of the vehicle, including proper boot closing and sealing of this area.

Application in body repairs and upgrades

The original Mini R56 boot lid in Kite Blue Metallic B48 is suitable for both standard replacement of a damaged part and more extensive restoration projects. It can be used in:

• post-accident repairs of the rear body section,
• restoring the vehicle's factory appearance after corrosion or mechanical damage,
• reconstruction projects where preserving original Mini body panels is important.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory lid construction, it is possible to correctly transfer equipment (hinges, lock, wiring, glass – if included in the specific vehicle configuration) in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements.

Complementary Mini Boot lids and rear parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, rear panels, or other boot lids, check the available parts in the Mini Boot lids and rear parts category.

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