MINI Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop 2751736

MINI Cooper S R55 R56 R57 Air Inlet Grille Bonnet Hood Scoop is an original body component designed for installation on the front part of the hood. Specifically designed for the Cooper S version, it emphasizes the sporty character of the MINI and supports proper airflow to the engine compartment. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance after repairs or replacing a damaged part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0430302-R
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0430302
• Substitutable numbers: 51130430302, 0430302, 2751736, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the hood air scoop

The presented air scoop is dedicated to MINI Cooper S R55, R56, and R57 generation models, where it serves as a characteristic styling element on the hood. Positioned in the front zone, it works with the cooling and intake system, directing the airflow toward the engine bay. This ensures proper circulation, which is important for both thermal stability and consistent engine performance.

Construction and fitment to the MINI body

The component was designed as an OEM part, which means precise fitment to the hood contours in Cooper S versions. The scoop's construction accounts for factory mounting points and the shape characteristic of this series, ensuring a consistent body line after installation. The properly profiled inlet grille ensures airflow while protecting against larger debris entering the space under the hood.

Benefits of using an original air scoop

Using an original hood air scoop in a MINI Cooper S allows you to avoid problems typical of aftermarket replacements, such as poor fitment or the need for modifications. The main advantages include:

• maintaining the factory hood geometry and gaps between body panels,
• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• consistent, sporty look characteristic of the Cooper S version,
• correct airflow direction in the front part of the vehicle.

As a result, the scoop is a suitable choice both for post-accident repairs and for restoring the original look of the car after years of use. The original design also facilitates workshop work, reducing installation time.

Condition, installation, and service application

The offered item is a used part, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-quality ratio while maintaining the original MINI specification. The scoop is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, in the place of the factory hood opening, without the need for body structure modifications. Replacing this component is particularly recommended after mechanical damage to the hood, plastic cracks, or visible signs of wear affecting the car's aesthetics.

Expanding your MINI configuration and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front zone in your MINI and need other elements from the same group, such as bumper grilles, inlet covers, or additional overlays, check the available parts in the Other Mini category.

To compare solutions used in sporty versions of other brands and to better understand the differences in the construction of intake and cooling systems, it is worth reading an article discussing Audi's sporty variants – Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?. This will allow you to better assess how important a role air scoops and front body elements play in high-performance vehicles.