Mini R52 Bumper Rear Panel PDC Cabrio Convertible Sparkling Silver - A60

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R52 Bumper Rear Panel PDC Cabrio Convertible Sparkling Silver - A60 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear section of a Mini vehicle. Finished in the attractive Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60 color, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged bumper while maintaining the factory body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0309181-SS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0309181
• Substitutable numbers: 51120309181, 0309181
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60
• 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 of the Mini R52 body. Its placement at the rear of the vehicle ensures energy absorption during minor collisions, while also serving as a mount for the PDC system sensors, license plate lighting, and other factory-installed components.

Thanks to its precise fit for this specific Mini generation, the bumper maintains the correct geometry, body lines, and mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures proper alignment with the fenders, trunk lid, and other body panels.

Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60 color and aesthetic value

The Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60 finish allows for a seamless match with the factory Mini body paint in this shade. The metallic coating gives the car a modern, clean look and reduces the need for a full repaint if the rest of the bodywork is maintained in the same color.

Choosing the correct bumper color is not only visually important but also practical – it minimizes the time required to prepare the part for installation and makes it easier to maintain a uniform vehicle aesthetic after repairs or upgrades.

Technical characteristics and installation

The Mini R52 rear bumper belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, meaning it has been designed to work with factory mounting points and structural reinforcement elements. The design, prepared for the PDC system, allows for integration with parking sensors if the vehicle is equipped with them.

The component is intended for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, maintaining original geometry and load distribution. When installed correctly, it ensures a stable fit, proper panel gaps, and compatibility with factory brackets and supports.

Condition, origin, and service application

The offered bumper is a used part, making it a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, restorations, or returning the vehicle to a factory-like condition at a controlled cost. Its original Mini origin promotes dimensional and material compatibility with other body components.

This solution is particularly useful in situations where the priority is a technically correct replacement of a body part while maintaining the car's factory character and limiting the scope of additional body and paint work.

Repair expansion – Mini Bumpers and reinforcements

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

Technical support and service knowledge

When planning major service work or upgrades to powertrains and accessories, it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge. A detailed discussion of issues related to the regeneration of components, such as injectors or turbines in modern diesel units, can be found in the article The second life of the Mercedes OM642 engine – how injectors and a turbine restore the power of the 3.0 V6 CDI, which shows how thoughtful technical maintenance affects the durability of the entire vehicle.