MINI Cooper R56 R57 R58 Wheel Trim Arch Extension Flare Front Right O/S Red

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

MINI Cooper R56 R57 R58 Wheel Trim Arch Extension Flare Front Right O/S Red is an original Mini body component designed for installation on the right side of the front axle. The red finish ensures color consistency for the wheel arch while restoring the factory look and fender edge geometry of your vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2757210-RED
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2757210
• Substitutable numbers: 51772757210, 2757210, KZ, 51777349422, 7349422, 51777157104, 7157104
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Red
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The described trim is dedicated to Mini R55 and R56 series models and is mounted in the front right wheel arch area. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the fender edge as well as maintaining the correct body lines in the wheel area. Thanks to its precise profile, it ensures proper fitment with adjacent panels and reduces the risk of dirt ingress around the mounting points.

Color and visual fitment

The red color of the trim allows for consistency with the factory body paint in a matching shade. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs or spot restoration, where recreating the original look of the car as faithfully as possible is essential. Uniform wheel arch coloring improves the visual appeal of the entire side of the body and facilitates subsequent detailing work.

Installation characteristics

The MINI Cooper R56 R57 R58 Wheel Trim Arch Extension Flare Front Right O/S Red has been designed as a component that fits the factory mounting points in the Mini R55/R56. The appropriate shape and geometry facilitate installation in the front right wheel area without the need for body modifications. When properly seated, it provides a stable connection with the fender and other wheel arch trim elements.

Condition and use in repairs

The item comes from the secondary market, making it an attractive solution for maintenance repairs and body reconstruction on a controlled budget. Used wheel arch trim allows you to restore the correct shape and visual finish of the wheel area without the need to resort to more expensive replacements or complete wheel arch sets.

Use in restoration and modernization of Mini

The MINI Cooper R56 R57 R58 Wheel Trim Arch Extension Flare Front Right O/S Red will work well both for typical repairs after mechanical damage and for the gradual restoration of a Mini R55/R56 body. It can be used in projects refreshing cars from model years that are gaining youngtimer status, where maintaining original lines and styling details is crucial. For a broader perspective on the use of used components in such projects, it is worth reading the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the wheel arch and fender area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, mounts, or complementary trim strips, check out the available parts in the Other Mini category.

To compare the nature of the construction of sports versions of cars with solutions used in standard variants, as well as to better understand the differences in the construction of the chassis and associated systems, you can refer to the blog material Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate components depending on the car's purpose.