Mini R52 Rear Bumper Panel PDC Astro Black Metallic - A25

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R52 Rear Bumper Panel PDC Astro Black Metallic - A25 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of the Mini vehicle. The Astro Black Metallic - A25 paint finish ensures color consistency with the bodywork and facilitates a perfect match with the factory vehicle finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0309181-ASB1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0309181
• Substitutable numbers: 51120309181, 0309181
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Astro Black Metallic - A25
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the Mini R52 rear bumper

The presented rear bumper is designed as a protective and structural element for the rear body of the Mini R52. It is responsible for absorbing part of the energy during minor collisions, providing stable mounting to the body, and maintaining the correct body lines. Thanks to its factory geometry, it ensures proper fitment with the trunk lid, taillights, and other body panels.

Astro Black Metallic - A25 color and aesthetic values

The bumper is finished in Astro Black Metallic - A25, a color characteristic of selected Mini versions. The metallic paint coating provides color depth and a good match to the original body paint, which reduces the need for full repainting when replacing the component. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs and visual vehicle restoration.

Technical characteristics and installation

The bumper belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements category, meaning it has been designed to work with factory mounting points in the rear of the vehicle. Its placement on the vehicle, defined as rear, guarantees compatibility with the Mini R52 structure and facilitates installation in place of the original component. The OEM design allows for maintaining factory gaps between panels and correct body line alignment.

Condition of the component and use in repairs

The offered bumper is a used part, making it a reasonable choice for economic repairs where the cost-to-visual and functional effect ratio is important. It works well both for replacement after minor parking damage and for rebuilding the rear body section after a collision, when maintaining the original Mini structure is a priority.

Compatibility within the Mini brand

As a Mini brand product, the rear bumper is designed to work with the manufacturer's factory body components and structural reinforcements. This makes it possible to maintain the technical consistency of the entire rear system – from the outer skin and reinforcing elements to the mounts and mounting hardware.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcement beams, mounting brackets, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

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