Mini R50 R52 Front Bumper Complete Trim Panel Covering Pepper White - 850

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R50 R52 Front Bumper Complete Trim Panel Covering Pepper White is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. The paint in the Pepper White - 850 shade ensures color consistency with the factory Mini body finish and facilitates matching during body and paint repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0308997-PW1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0308997
• Substitutable numbers: 51110308997, 0308997
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Pepper White - 850
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the bumper

The presented bumper is designed as a front body component for the Mini, responsible for protecting the structural frame and providing an aesthetic finish to the front fascia. Thanks to its factory geometry, it ensures correct body line alignment and proper fitment with the hood, fenders, and other components of the front zone.

The original construction from the Bumpers and reinforcements category guarantees compatibility with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Pepper White - 850 color and paint aspects

The bumper is finished in the characteristic Pepper White - 850 color, often found in Mini models. For paint shops, this means easier shade matching and the possibility of limiting the scope of painting to corrections and blending, rather than fully repainting the component.

In practice, this translates into:

• reduced time required to prepare the component for installation,
• greater visual consistency with the existing paint coating,
• a more predictable final result after body repair.

Installation and operational characteristics

The bumper is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, maintaining factory mounting points and the original body line. The design intended for the Mini allows for correct positioning relative to the headlights, grille, and lower covers, which is important for both aerodynamics and proper engine compartment cooling.

The component in Used condition is a cost-effective solution, allowing for the preservation of original build quality while reducing expenses compared to new parts. For workshops and users, this means the possibility of performing repairs using a component with factory specifications.

Application in Mini body repairs

Mini R50 R52 Front Bumper Complete Trim Panel Covering Pepper White will work well for both post-accident repairs and the replacement of worn or damaged body parts resulting from daily use. By maintaining its original form, it provides a good base for precisely setting gaps between body panels and recreating the factory look of the car's front end.

If you want to learn more about the possibilities of using used body parts in professional repairs, it is worth reading the article Replacing body parts with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?, which describes the practical aspects of selecting and installing such components in popular brands, including Mini.

Expanding repairs within Mini bumpers

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front zone in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as front reinforcements, beams, or additional mounts, check out the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.