Hood Bonnet Mini R50 R52 Front Lid Panel Indi Blue Metallic - 862

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R50 R52 Hood Engine Cover Indi Blue is an original body component designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. This used hood in the distinctive Indi Blue Metallic color allows for a visually consistent repair or replacement of a damaged hood without the need for costly repainting. It is a practical solution for users who value factory fitment and maintaining the original look of their Mini.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7067753-IB
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7067753
• Substitutable numbers: 41617067753, 7067753, 41617037431, 7037431, 41610141642, 0141642, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Indi Blue Metallic - 862
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and fitment

The presented hood is a body component mounted at the front of the car, responsible for covering the engine bay and properly directing airflow over the body. The design, compliant with Mini factory standards, ensures proper alignment with the fenders, bumper, and radiator grille, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments.

Its original Mini origin promotes the maintenance of correct panel gaps, as well as compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and mounting hardware. As a result, the hood is suitable for both post-accident repairs and the replacement of worn-out components.

Color and Indi Blue Metallic finish

The hood is finished in the Indi Blue Metallic shade, identified by paint code 862. This is a distinctive metallic color used in Mini models, which emphasizes the dynamic character of the body and pairs well with chrome and black styling accents. Using original metallic paint helps reduce the scope of paintwork required, which in many cases shortens repair time and lowers costs.

For Mini owners who want to maintain color consistency across the entire body, a used hood in the same shade is a practical choice – especially for local front-end repairs, where differences in paint tone are most visible.

Characteristics of a used component

The hood comes from disassembly, meaning it is a used body component. Such parts are popular choices for economical repairs where a reasonable cost-to-functionality ratio and the preservation of original sheet metal geometry are important. A used Mini engine cover may show signs of wear typical for body parts, yet it retains its structural protective and mounting functions.

Choosing an original, used hood is particularly beneficial in situations where the priority is fitting to factory mounting points and maintaining the characteristic Mini front line, without the need to adjust aftermarket replacements with different geometry.

Use in repairs and upgrades

The engine cover in Indi Blue Metallic is suitable for both standard replacement of a damaged part and for visual upgrades of the vehicle's front, for example, when changing the color of selected body panels to an original Mini shade. Thanks to the factory metallic finish, a consistent stylistic effect can be achieved without interfering with the sheet metal structure.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area in your Mini and need other items from the same group, such as additional covers, panels, or supplementary components mounted in the wheel area, check out the available parts in the Mini Mudflaps category.

Technical support and practical knowledge

For users interested in a broader approach to car upgrades, including improving ergonomics and comfort, guide materials on using parts from disassembly can be helpful. In the context of comprehensive interior and exterior changes, it is worth reading an article describing the impact of branded used components on driving comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle – you can find it here: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from disassembly improve comfort and car value.