Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI Front Bumper Trim Panel Pepper White - 850

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI Front Bumper Trim Panel Pepper White is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. The light Pepper White - 850 shade allows for a consistent match with the factory paint, and the LCI-compliant design ensures proper fitment with the remaining body panels.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7268746-PW3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7268746
• Substitutable numbers: 51117268746, 7268746
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Pepper White - 850
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment for Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI

The presented bumper has been designed for Mini Cooper models in the R55 and R56 versions after the LCI facelift, for placement in the front zone. The appropriate geometry of the mounting points and edge profiling allow for correct seating relative to the hood, fenders, and lower covers, which translates into a stable connection with the body structure.

By maintaining the factory design line, the bumper supports the characteristic look of the Mini, enabling the restoration of the original aesthetics after a collision or during body and paint repairs. The construction intended for installation in the front of the vehicle ensures compatibility with factory mounting points and associated components.

Pepper White - 850 color and paint aspects

The applied Pepper White - 850 color is a characteristic, light shade used in the Mini range, which allows for visual matching to the factory body paint. In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of paint work to local touch-ups or full repainting of only this element, depending on the quality requirements of the repair.

The uniform color facilitates the painter's work, and the appropriate surface structure of the bumper promotes obtaining an even paint coating. This is a beneficial solution for repairs where both aesthetics and service turnaround time are important.

Performance characteristics and condition of the element

The bumper comes from the secondary market, which allows for an economical restoration of the original front bodywork while maintaining the factory construction. The used element from the Bumpers and reinforcements category provides a good base for further preparatory work, such as fitting, spot filling, or repainting in accordance with the manufacturer's technology.

Using an original bumper in a repair promotes the preservation of proper body geometry, which is important for the correct installation of headlights, the air intake grille, and other components of the front part of the car. This is a practical solution for both body and paint workshops and individual users performing repairs on their own.

Benefits of using an original Mini bumper

Using this bumper model in a Mini Cooper R55 R56 LCI allows for:

• restoring the factory body line in the front part of the vehicle,
• maintaining compatibility with factory mounting points,
• easier color matching thanks to the Pepper White - 850 shade designation,
• reducing repair costs by using an element from the secondary market.

For workshops, this means more efficient repair execution, and for the vehicle owner – the ability to restore the consistent look of the car while maintaining a reasonable budget.

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

For a better understanding of the relationship between body elements and the drivetrain, as well as the impact of post-accident repairs on vehicle operation, it is worth reading the guide on diagnostics and selection of drivetrain components: Clutch and dual-mass flywheel – diagnostics and selection of drivetrain parts.