BMW Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop Astro Black A25

BMW Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop Astro Black A25 is an original body component designed for Mini models with a turbocharged engine. It ensures efficient airflow to the engine compartment and provides a cohesive, dynamic look to the front of the vehicle, blending perfectly with the hood line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0430302-AB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430302
• Substitutable numbers: 2757697, 51132757697, 2751736, 51132751736, 0430302, 51130430302
• Color: Atoll Blue Metallic - 375
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented BMW Mini Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop Astro Black A25 is a factory solution used in S versions, where efficient intake system supply is essential. The component is mounted on the outer part of the hood, serving both a technical and aesthetic function – it directs the airflow towards the engine compartment and emphasizes the sporty character of the bodywork.

Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's specifications, the air inlet maintains the correct flow geometry, which is important for maintaining stable operating conditions for the power unit, especially in turbocharged variants.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in Astro Black A25, allowing for an aesthetic match to a body painted in the same color or use as a contrasting styling accent. The metallic coating ensures consistency with the factory Mini paint palette, and the properly selected surface structure facilitates potential polishing or local paint corrections.

The original origin of the part promotes proper fitment with the hood – the edges, bending radii, and mounting points are consistent with the factory standard, which limits the need for additional adjustments during installation.

Installation characteristics

The air inlet is prepared for installation in dedicated Mini Cooper S models of the R55, R56, and R57 series. The design provides for mounting in existing holes and mounting sockets in the hood, which allows for the replacement of a damaged component or restoring the original appearance after body and paint repairs.

As a body group part, the air inlet can be used both for standard replacement and for modernization projects where the goal is to maintain the factory character of the car while refreshing its appearance.

Condition and advantages of using a used part

The offered air inlet is a used component, which allows for an economical restoration of full functionality and visual consistency of the hood without the need to invest in a new component. The original origin promotes the preservation of proper rigidity, geometry, and compatibility with other body panels.

Choosing an original used part is particularly beneficial where compliance with factory solutions is important, as well as the ability to match the paint without the need for complete repainting of the component.

Configuration expansion and additional materials

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

For a comparison of solutions used in sports versions of other brands and a better understanding of the differences in engine, braking system, and chassis design, it is worth reading the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers design components for more demanding applications.