Bumper Air Inlet Mini R56 R57 LCI Front Bumper Moulding Trim Spice Orange B23

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Bumper Air Inlet Mini R56 R57 LCI Front Bumper Moulding Trim Spice Orange is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. The trim in Spice Orange Metallic - B23 color allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct reconstruction of the front end after a collision or during restoration work.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7268752-SPICE
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7268752
• Substitutable numbers: 51117268752, 7268752, 7262480, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Spice Orange Metallic - B23
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the grille trim

The bumper grille trim is a body component responsible for precisely framing the air intake in the front bumper and providing a stable seat for the grille. A correctly selected part ensures proper airflow to the radiators and engine compartment while maintaining the consistency of the Mini's front styling lines.

The element is designed for installation in the front area of the vehicle, where both proper fitment with the bumper and maintaining the factory body geometry are crucial. Thanks to the use of an original design, the trim works with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications.

Spice Orange Metallic – B23 color and aesthetic values

The finish in Spice Orange Metallic - B23 allows for maintaining the original look of the car's front without the need for painting, provided that other body elements have the same paint code. The metallic structure of the paint emphasizes the characteristic Mini styling, ensuring consistency with the hood, fenders, and bumper.

Selecting the trim in the appropriate color is particularly important during post-accident repairs, when the goal is to recreate the factory look of the vehicle as faithfully as possible and avoid shade differences between individual body parts.

Technical characteristics and installation

The bumper grille trim has been designed as an element matched to the Mini's front construction, taking into account factory mounting points and the shape of the bumper. This makes it possible to:

• maintain the correct geometry of the front end,
• ensure stable seating of the grille and adjacent elements,
• reduce stress within the bumper and mounting points.

The product comes from dismantling, which means it is a used but original part sourced from a Mini vehicle. Such components are often chosen for repairs where factory fitment and compatibility with the body structure are important.

Application in body repairs

Replacing the bumper grille trim is recommended after mechanical damage to the front of the vehicle, such as parking collisions or impacts with road obstacles. A correctly selected element helps to restore:

• visual consistency of the front bumper,
• proper seating of the grille and adjacent components,
• functionality of the air intake zone.

Using original elements from the Bumpers and reinforcements category minimizes the risk of installation problems and limits the need to adjust replacement parts with uncertain geometry.

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

Expert support and selection of used parts

When planning body repairs, it is worth paying attention to the structural compatibility of used parts, their origin, and the installation method for a specific model version. It may be helpful to read practical tips regarding working with parts from dismantling, inspection procedures, and selecting components for post-accident repairs – this is described in more detail in the article Bodywork and chassis – post-accident repairs using parts from dismantling.

Summary

Bumper Air Inlet Mini R56 R57 LCI Front Bumper Moulding Trim Spice Orange is an original body component in the factory color, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. It enables a technically correct reconstruction of the front end, maintaining consistent styling and utilizing factory mounting points, which is particularly important for professional repairs and restorations of Mini cars.