Mini R55 R56 R57 Hood Bonnet Engine Cover Panel

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos. Mini R55 R56 R57 Hood Bonnet Engine Cover Panel in Kite Blue Metallic is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for installation in the front section of Mini vehicles. The paint in the Kite Blue Metallic – B48 shade ensures color consistency with the manufacturer's factory palette and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct repair of the vehicle's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7318364-KBM
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7318364
• Substitutable numbers: 41617318364, 7318364, BG, 41612754742, 2754742
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Kite Blue Metallic - B48
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The presented hood is structurally prepared for installation in Mini R55, R56, and R57 series models, taking into account the requirements for front body geometry. The placement on the vehicle, defined as the front, means that the character lines, edges, and mounting points are adapted to the factory Mini body layout, which facilitates proper alignment with the fenders, radiator grille, and headlights.

Color and paint finish

The hood is finished in Kite Blue Metallic – B48, characteristic of the Mini palette. The metallic structure of the paint provides an attractive play of light on the surface, and the properly matched shade makes it easier to blend with the existing body paint. In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of additional paintwork to just polishing or local blending, which reduces repair time and costs.

Technical characteristics and installation

As a component from the Hoods category, the engine cover is responsible for protecting the engine compartment from external factors and maintaining the proper rigidity of the front part of the body. The design intended for front installation allows for the correct adjustment of gaps between body elements, which is important for both aerodynamics and the proper closing of the hood latch. The product is in used condition, which in practice means it comes from disassembly and may show signs of wear typical for this type of part. This is a cost-effective solution, especially for post-accident repairs where the priority is to maintain the original geometry and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Use in body and paint repairs

Choosing an original Mini hood in Kite Blue Metallic – B48 is particularly beneficial for repairs where the goal is to:

• maintain the factory body line and proper fitment of front elements,
• limit the scope of painting thanks to the matched color,
• maintain compliance with Mini factory standards in the engine compartment area. Thanks to this, the part works well both in professional body and paint workshops and in services specializing in the Mini brand, where assembly repeatability and a predictable final result are important.

Part selection and additional information

To ensure that the selected hood will work properly with the specific equipment version and model year of your Mini, it is worth paying attention to the manufacturer's markings and interchangeable numbers visible in the technical specification. This helps avoid compatibility issues during installation and subsequent adjustment of gaps and the latch. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or shields, check the available parts in the Mini Hoods category. For an even more reliable selection of components from the secondary market and a better understanding of OEM markings and interchangeable numbers, it is worth using practical expert tips – detailed advice can be found in the article No more bad purchases! How to professionally select used car parts.