Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI Complete Front Bumper Trim Panel Midnight Black - A94

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI Complete Front Bumper Trim Panel Midnight Black is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Midnight Black Metallic - A94 color, it allows for maintaining a consistent factory look and proper airflow around the bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7268746-MNB1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7268746
• Substitutable numbers: 51117268746, 7268746
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Midnight Black Metallic - A94
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and compatibility with Mini

The presented front bumper has been designed specifically for Mini R55, R56, and R57 LCI facelift models, ensuring a proper fit to the body lines and mounting points. Its placement on the vehicle covers the front zone, responsible for protecting the structural frame and ensuring proper airflow in the radiator and engine compartment area.

The Midnight Black Metallic - A94 color allows for aesthetic integration with the factory paint, limiting the scope of any potential paintwork and making it easier to maintain a consistent appearance of the entire front of the car.

Technical and functional characteristics

As a component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, the Mini front bumper performs several key technical functions:

• it creates the first contact zone in case of minor collisions and scrapes,
• it works in conjunction with internal reinforcements and the crash bar, improving force distribution upon impact,
• it provides mounting points for covers, grilles, lighting mounts, and other front-end components,
• it influences the aerodynamics of the vehicle's front and the airflow to the cooling system.

The Midnight Black Metallic - A94 shade is a metallic paint that harmonizes well with the stylistic character of the Mini, emphasizing the dynamic front line and giving the body a cohesive, orderly look.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered bumper is a used component, which significantly reduces repair costs compared to purchasing a new part, while maintaining the original geometry and factory design. Choosing an original used component from this group is a sensible solution for drivers who want to restore the proper appearance and functionality of the vehicle's front while keeping the repair budget under control.

A used Mini front bumper is also an ecological benefit – reusing a functional part reduces the consumption of raw materials and energy needed to produce a new part, which aligns with the increasingly popular trend of sustainable vehicle maintenance.

Selection support and additional information

Before installation, it is worth verifying the compatibility of the body version (R55, R56, R57 LCI) and the front configuration of the car to ensure proper alignment of the bumper with the hood, fenders, and other front elements. In case of doubts regarding compatibility with a specific Mini configuration, it is helpful to compare the shape and mounting points with the currently installed part.

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

For a broader perspective on the cost-effectiveness of using original used components in premium class cars, it is worth reading an article describing the advantages of such solutions for the Mercedes-Benz brand: used parts for Mercedes – original components from dismantling.