BMW MINI Cooper S R56 Fuel Filler Flap Housing Surround Panel Sparkling Silver

The BMW MINI Cooper S R56 Fuel Filler Flap Housing Surround Panel Sparkling Silver in Sparkling Silver Metallic A60 is an original body component from the Fuel filler covers and accessories category, designed for precise installation in the fuel filler area. It ensures a consistent look for the side of the body and proper seating of the fuel flap, which is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2751980-SS1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2751980
• Substitutable numbers: 51170430310, 0430310, 2751980
• Color: Sparkling Silver Metallic - A60
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the component

The presented housing surrounds the fuel filler flap in the MINI Cooper S R56 model, creating a stable and well-fitted mount within the wheel arch. This component is responsible for:

• correct positioning of the flap relative to the body,
• aesthetic finishing of the fuel filler opening,
• maintaining a uniform side body line,
• limiting the ingress of contaminants into the fuel filler area.

Thanks to a design that complies with the factory MINI standard, the housing works with the original mounts and flap, which facilitates installation and subsequent operation.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in the Sparkling Silver Metallic A60 shade, characteristic of many MINI Cooper S R56 units. Using the correct color:

• facilitates maintaining paint consistency across the entire body surface,
• reduces the need for additional painting when replacing a damaged housing,
• allows for aesthetic repair after a collision or localized damage.

For the best visual effect, it is worth comparing the shade with the vehicle's existing paint, especially in the case of cars that have undergone previous body and paint repairs.

Characteristics of the original MINI part

The fuel filler flap housing comes from the MINI line and complies with the manufacturer's factory standards. This means:

• preservation of original geometry and mounting points,
• compatibility with the factory fuel filler flap and surrounding body elements,
• material consistency with other body components in this area.

As a part from the Fuel filler covers and accessories group, it is intended for direct replacement of a damaged or corroded element, without the need for body structure modifications.

Condition and use in repairs

The offered housing is a used part, which makes it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs, restorations, and returning the car to a factory-like condition at controlled costs. In practice, it will work especially well in situations where:

• mechanical damage has occurred in the fuel filler area,
• replacement of the housing is necessary due to corrosion or cracking,
• you want to maintain the original look of your MINI Cooper S R56.

Technical support and selection by part numbers

The component has a dedicated part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific version of the MINI Cooper S R56. When selecting, it is worth using the manufacturer's markings or service documentation to ensure compliance with the model year and equipment version.

Additional information on diagnostics and maintenance of the fuel supply zone, including the selection of components by OEM numbers, can be found in the article: Fuel system – injectors, pumps and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler zone in your MINI and need other elements from the same group, such as flaps, seals, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mini fuel filler covers and accessories category.