Mini Cooper R55 R56 R57 R58 Side Panel Front Right Wing O/S Dark Silver - 871

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The MINI R56 R57 Right Fender Dark Silver 871 is an original body part from the Wheel Arches & Rear Fenders category, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. Finished in Dark Silver Metallic - 871, it helps maintain a consistent body appearance and proper body geometry for Mini R56 and R57 series cars.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2754726-DS
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2754726
• Substitutable numbers: 41352754726, 2754726
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Dark Silver Metallic - 871
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Intended Use and Fitment for Mini R56 / R57

The presented fender is designed as a front right body part, adhering to factory Mini mounting points. This ensures correct body lines, panel gaps, and compatibility with other body elements such as the bumper, hood, and wheel arch liner.

Its original Mini origin ensures precise fitment with the body structure, simplifying bodywork and reducing the need for additional modifications. This is a practical solution for collision repairs or body renovations on R56 and R57 models.

Technical and Constructional Characteristics

The fender belongs to the group of body parts responsible for covering the wheel, directing airflow along the vehicle's side, and protecting the engine bay and sills from debris. Its placement on the vehicle, specified as front – right side, ensures unambiguous part identification during selection and installation.

The part features factory mounting points, prepared for integration with original brackets, wheel arch liners, and covers. This allows for maintaining the correct structural rigidity in the front corner of the body and proper alignment of the door and hood edges with the fender.

Dark Silver Metallic - 871 Color and Painting Aspects

The finish in Dark Silver Metallic - 871 allows for aesthetic matching with the factory Mini paint palette. For paint shops, this means the possibility of using the existing finish as a reference for potential blending with adjacent panels or for a full panel repaint.

When repairing a body in the Dark Silver Metallic shade, it is easier to achieve a cohesive visual effect, which is important for both aesthetics and the potential resale value of the vehicle after body and paint work is completed.

Used Condition and Application in Repairs

The part is offered in used condition, providing a cost-effective solution while maintaining original manufacturer specifications. In workshop practice, such a fender is suitable for:

• Repairs after collisions involving damage to the front body corner,
• Replacement of corroded or deformed panels,
• Renovations of Mini R56 / R57 vehicles where maintaining factory geometry is crucial.

A used body part can reduce repair time compared to the labor-intensive straightening of heavily damaged panels, while still maintaining compliance with the vehicle's original construction.

Selection Support and Related Parts

When planning a comprehensive Mini body repair, it is advisable to also consider other body elements and covers around the wheel arch and fender. If you require additional body components for this brand, such as other parts from the wheel cover or side panel group, check the available parts in the Mini Wheel Arches & Rear Fenders category.

If you are interested in optimizing vehicle operating costs in other areas as well, including the cooling system during high temperatures, you will find practical tips in the guide Summer Heat vs. Cooling System: Used Radiators and Fans Guarantee Savings.