Mini R60 R61 Side Panel Fender Front Left Wing N/S Royal Grey Metallic – A48

Description

Visual condition of the part

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

Mini R60 R61 Side Panel Fender Front Left Wing N/S Royal Grey Metallic – A48 is an original body component from the Front fenders group, designed for installation on the front left side of a Mini vehicle. Finished in the factory Royal Grey Metallic – A48 color, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the front wheel arch area without the need for fitting low-quality aftermarket replacements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9805643-ROG3
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9805643
• Substitutable numbers: 41009805643, 9805643
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Fender
• Color: Royal Grey Metallic – A48
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for Mini bodywork

The presented fender is designed as a body component mounted on the front left side, in accordance with the factory geometry of the Mini body. This ensures the preservation of correct body lines, panel gaps, and compatibility with adjacent components such as the bumper, hood, or driver’s door. As a result, after proper installation, it is possible to achieve a consistent, predictable visual and structural effect.

Royal Grey Metallic – A48 color and paintwork benefits

The fender is finished in Royal Grey Metallic – A48, which is a significant advantage for post-accident repairs or spot body corrections. The factory metallic grey shade facilitates:

• limiting the scope of paintwork to a minimum,
• maintaining color consistency with the remaining body panels,
• accelerating the repair process thanks to the ready-made paint coating.

For many users, this means a real reduction in vehicle downtime and lower costs associated with fully painting a new component.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The offered fender is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for maintaining the original Mini manufacturer’s specifications. Such components are particularly valued in repairs where the priority is:

• preserving the factory shape and rigidity of the panel,
• correct fitment with other body elements,
• maintaining compliance with the stylistic line of the given model.

Choosing an original fender from the secondary market is a reasonable compromise between quality and repair cost, while maintaining the parameters intended by the vehicle manufacturer.

Protective function and importance for safety

The front fender plays an important role in protecting the body structure and suspension components from water, mud, and minor road debris. A correctly selected and installed panel:

• stabilizes the wheel arch area and supports proper guidance of the body edges,
• limits the ingress of contaminants into the engine compartment and the area near the sills,
• influences the proper airflow along the side of the vehicle.

Thanks to this, a repair using an original fender translates not only into appearance but also into long-term protection of the car’s structure.

Selection by OEM number and purchase support

The component has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise verification of compatibility with a specific Mini version. In case of doubts when selecting a component, it is worth using the vehicle data and the OEM number to avoid installation errors. Useful tips on how to check part compatibility with your car step-by-step can be found in the article Guide: how to choose the right car part by VIN and OEM number, which discusses practical verification methods and a list of questions for the seller.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front wheel arch area in your Mini and need other elements from the same group, such as wheel arch panels, additional covers, or adjacent body sections, check the available parts in the Mini Front fenders category.