Air Inlet Grille Mini Cooper S R55 R56 Bonnet Hood Cover Ice Blue B28 2751736

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Air Inlet Grille Mini Cooper S R55 R56 Bonnet Hood Cover Ice Blue B28 is an original component from the Grilles and radiator covers group, designed for installation in the front part of the body. The stylish Ice Blue - B28 color highlights the car's character and ensures consistency with the factory paint, while the OEM construction ensures proper airflow to the engine compartment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0430302-ICE
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430302
• Substitutable numbers: 2757697, 51132757697, 2751736, 51132751736, 0430302, 51130430302, 2755467
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Ice Blue - B28
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function of the bonnet air inlet

The presented bonnet air inlet has been designed specifically for Mini Cooper S R55 and R56 series models as a front body component. It is responsible for directing air into the space under the bonnet, supporting the cooling of components and maintaining the characteristic sporty look of the car's front end.

Thanks to its precise geometry and factory mounting points, the inlet integrates with the bonnet without the need for modifications, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of leaks or improper fitment of body panels.

Ice Blue – B28 color scheme and visual fitment

The Ice Blue - B28 color is a factory shade used in the Mini range, which allows for aesthetic matching of the inlet to vehicles of the same color or a deliberate stylistic contrast. This solution is particularly attractive for users who want to maintain consistency with the original paint configuration or restore the car's appearance after bodywork repairs.

The uniform paint coating on the component helps achieve an even line of the bonnet and the front of the body, which is important both for post-accident repairs and for visual car refreshment projects.

Installation characteristics and application

The inlet is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, within the bonnet, in the place of the factory opening provided by the manufacturer. The OEM construction ensures:

• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• proper airflow to the engine compartment,
• preservation of the original stylistic line of the Mini Cooper S front.

The component comes from a used vehicle, which is important when selecting parts with a similar visual standard to other body components. This type of inlet will work well both when replacing a damaged part and when reconstructing the front of the car after a collision.

Benefits of using an original Mini inlet

Using an original Mini bonnet air inlet allows you to maintain factory airflow parameters and stylistic consistency with other body elements. This is especially important in the case of the Cooper S version, where the front of the car also serves as a distinguishing feature of the engine version.

The original part from the Grilles and radiator covers category minimizes the risk of fitment problems, reduces the need for additional modifications, and facilitates the future resale of the vehicle by maintaining compliance with the factory specification.

Part selection by numbers and additional resources

When selecting a bonnet air inlet for a Mini, it is worth verifying compatibility by the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, as well as paying attention to the paint color code. Proper fitment helps avoid problems with installation and differences in paint shade relative to the rest of the body. If you want to deepen your knowledge on verifying components by manufacturer markings and paint codes, the following guide will be helpful: Buying parts online without risk – 5 proven ways to verify component compatibility.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front body area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as grilles, covers, or additional inlets, check the available parts in the Mini Grilles and radiator covers category.