Mini R50 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Covering Solar Red Metallic - A47

Visual condition of the part

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

The Mini R50 Rear Bumper Solar Red Metallic - A47 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. The Solar Red Metallic - A47 paint allows for color consistency with the car's body and facilitates matching the factory finish of your Mini.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0393501-SRE
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0393501
• Substitutable numbers: 51120393501, 0393501
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Solar Red Metallic - A47
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Intended Use and Compatibility with Mini

This rear bumper has been specifically designed for Mini R50 models, taking into account the original body geometry. Its correct placement on the vehicle: rear ensures proper alignment with the trunk lid, lights, and other body elements, without requiring any structural modifications.

The original design of the bumper preserves the vehicle's body lines, which is important for both aesthetics and proper force distribution in minor parking incidents. This makes it suitable as a replacement for a damaged bumper after a collision or as a part to restore the vehicle to its near-original condition.

Solar Red Metallic - A47 Color

The factory color Solar Red Metallic - A47 is a distinctive, intense shade of red with a metallic finish, commonly found on Mini models. Using the original metallic paint:

• facilitates matching the bumper to the existing body paint,
• reduces the scope of potential painting work,
• allows for maintaining a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing look of the vehicle's rear.

For many Mini owners, it's important for body parts to retain the brand's characteristic style – using the correct color significantly aids in this.

Characteristics of a Used OEM Part

This bumper comes from the original Mini production line, meaning it was manufactured according to factory quality and fitment standards. As a used part, it offers a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining OEM specifications, especially for accident repairs or restoration of older R50 models.

Compared to aftermarket alternatives, an original bumper provides:

• better fitment to the body's mounting points,
• consistency with Mini's design language,
• retention of the manufacturer-specified rigidity and shape.

This ensures predictable installation and reduces the risk of issues with body geometry or panel gaps.

Application in Mini R50 Repairs and Restoration

This rear bumper is suitable for both standard collision repairs and comprehensive body restoration of the Mini R50. It can be used for:

• accident repairs where the original bumper is cracked or deformed,
• vehicle visual refresh projects,
• restoring the vehicle to a near-factory specification after previous modifications.

For body shops and workshops specializing in the Mini brand, this part is a practical solution that can shorten repair times and reduce the effort required for part fitting.

Used Condition vs. Purchase Value

Choosing a used Mini rear bumper is often economically advantageous, especially for older vehicle models. You receive a part that conforms to factory specifications without incurring the cost of a new part. For informed buyers comparing different solutions, it's important to understand the differences between new and used components – this is discussed in more detail in the article New or Used? Comparing Car Part Costs and Quality, where you'll find practical examples and tips for selecting parts.

If you also need other body parts for this brand, particularly components responsible for protecting the rear of the vehicle and its body aesthetics, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and Reinforcements category.