BMW Mini F55 Cooper S Complete Rear Bumper Trim Electric Blue II Metallic - B86

BMW Mini F55 Cooper S Complete Rear Bumper Trim Electric Blue II Metallic - B86 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. The paint in the Electric Blue II Metallic - B86 shade emphasizes the car's dynamic character and allows for maintaining stylistic consistency with the factory configuration of the MINI Cooper S F55.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7380035-ELB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7380035
• Substitutable numbers: 51127380035, 7380035
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Electric Blue Metallic - 870
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the bumper

The presented bumper is designed for installation at the rear of the MINI Cooper S F55 body, where it is responsible for protecting the vehicle's structure and providing an aesthetic finish to the car's silhouette. This component plays an important role in absorbing energy during minor parking collisions, while also serving as a visible part of the body line, influencing the overall appearance of the car.

Thanks to its factory shape and proper profile, the bumper maintains compatibility with the original mounting points and other rear body components. This allows for installation without the need for modifications to the vehicle's structure, which is beneficial both technically and visually.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Electric Blue II Metallic - B86 is characteristic of sporty MINI configurations and harmonizes well with the stylistic details of this model. The metallic paint coating provides an attractive light effect, and the properly selected shade makes it easier to maintain consistency with other body panels in the same color.

In the case of replacing a damaged part with this bumper, it is possible to limit the scope of paint work, especially when the car is maintained in the same paint code. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs and for restoring the vehicle to a condition close to factory specifications.

Characteristics of the used component

As a part from the secondary market, the bumper comes from disassembly and is intended for re-installation in another vehicle. This type of component allows for an economical repair of the rear body while maintaining the original geometry and factory origin of the part. This type of solution is often chosen for repairs where both compliance with OEM equipment and cost control are important.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition, mounting points, and fitment for the specific MINI Cooper S F55 configuration to ensure proper alignment with the tailgate, lights, and other body panels.

Benefits of using an original MINI bumper

Using an original bumper from the Bumpers and reinforcements category in the MINI Cooper S F55 allows for maintaining the factory body line, which is important both aesthetically and technically. The proper geometry of the element promotes the correct distribution of forces in the rear of the vehicle and facilitates installation without additional modifications.

Choosing such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-collision repairs, body renovations, and when preparing the car for sale, where visual consistency and compliance with the original model specification are important.

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

For a better understanding of the impact of body components on vehicle handling and their interaction with other vehicle systems, you can use the advice contained in the article "Steering system and power steering – how it works and what breaks?", where practical aspects of operation and diagnostics of key vehicle components are discussed.