Mini R56 R57 Bumper Rear Trim Panel Covering Lightning Blue Metallic - A63

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R56 R57 Bumper Rear Trim Panel Covering Lightning Blue Metallic - A63 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of Mini R56/R57 series vehicles. Finished in an attractive Lightning Blue Metallic - A63 color, it allows for a visually consistent body repair while maintaining the vehicle's factory character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430247-LB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430247
• Substitutable numbers: 51120430247, 0430247
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Lightning Blue Metallic - A63
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment

The presented rear bumper is a component dedicated to Mini R56 and R57 series models, mounted in the rear body area. The design, compliant with the manufacturer's standards, ensures proper fitment to the body lines, mounting points, and factory reinforcements, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

By maintaining the original geometry, the bumper works with factory body elements, such as the reinforcement beam, wheel arches, or lower covers, which translates into stable seating and correct alignment with other panels.

Color and finish Lightning Blue Metallic - A63

The Lightning Blue Metallic - A63 finish allows for an aesthetic repair of the vehicle without the need for full painting of the entire element, provided that the shade and condition of the coating are close to the car's current paint. The metallic structure of the paint highlights the Mini's body lines, and proper surface preparation allows for potential local paint corrections.

For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of shortening the repair time and limiting the scope of preparatory work, while maintaining color consistency with the rest of the bodywork.

Characteristics of the used component

As an aftermarket part, the Mini R56 R57 rear bumper is a practical solution for accident repairs and restoring the vehicle to a functional state. The used OEM component allows for maintaining the original body lines and factory mounting points, which is particularly important for precise adjustment of panel gaps.

Choosing an original, used bumper from the Bumpers and reinforcements category is also a way to reduce repair costs while maintaining the appropriate quality of material and construction, consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.

Application in repairs and upgrades

This rear bumper is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for visual upgrades of the rear body section in the Mini R56/R57. It can be used in:

• accident repairs requiring the replacement of the complete rear bumper,
• body restoration after corrosion or operational damage,
• projects to refresh the vehicle's appearance while maintaining the original Mini style.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, this element works well with serial mounts and equipment installed in the rear part of the vehicle.

Selection support and additional information

In case of doubts regarding compatibility with a specific equipment version or model year of the Mini, it is worth verifying the bumper's compliance with the vehicle documentation or consulting a workshop specializing in the brand. Proper selection of the body element is crucial for correct installation and maintaining the proper geometry of the rear body section.

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 rear reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and reinforcements category.

To better plan the scope of service work and the car's downtime in the workshop, you can also use the advice contained in the article Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten the stay in the workshop?, where the practical benefits of using used original elements in the repair process are discussed.