Description
The Mini Exterior Mirror Housing Cover in Hyper Blue Metallic A28 is an original body part designed for Mini models from the R50, R52, and R53 series. With its factory-made shape and precise profile, it ensures proper fitment to the mirror housing and a consistent appearance with other body elements. This is a practical solution for repairing a damaged mirror or restoring the car to its factory specifications.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: rhd-0029989-HYB
- Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 0029989
- Substitutable numbers: 51160029989, 0029989
- Location on the vehicle: Right
- Color: Hyper Blue Metallic – A28
- Category: Mirror Assemblies
Intended Use and Fitment for Mini R50 / R52 / R53
The cover is designed as a right-hand side exterior mirror component, following the factory geometry of the first-generation Mini. This means maintaining the correct body line, proper adhesion to the mirror base, and compatibility with the original clips and fasteners used in these models.
As part of the exterior mirrors category, this component allows for the replacement of the cover itself without interfering with the adjustment mechanism or the mirror glass, which reduces the scope of service work and simplifies repairs after accidents or minor parking damage.
Hyper Blue Metallic A28 Color and Body Aesthetics
The factory Hyper Blue Metallic A28 color is a distinctive, dynamic shade used on Mini vehicles, emphasizing the sporty character of the body. Using the original paint in this color reference allows you to:
- maintain visual consistency with other body elements,
- avoid shade differences typical of unpainted aftermarket parts,
- reduce or completely eliminate the need for additional painting after installation.
This makes the mirror housing cover particularly useful for repairs where both correct geometry and finishing aesthetics are important.
Characteristics of a Used Part
As a used part, the mirror housing cover comes from disassembly and retains the original Mini manufacturer’s specifications. Such components are often chosen for professional repairs because they:
- ensure factory fitment to the mirror’s construction,
- maintain consistency with the styling of the specific year and trim level,
- offer an economical alternative to new components while preserving original geometry.
The cover is suitable for use in bodywork and paint repairs, restorations, and for bringing the car closer to its original condition after replacing a damaged mirror.
Benefits of Using an Original Mirror Cover
Using an original Mini mirror cover in Hyper Blue Metallic A28 offers a range of practical benefits:
- Service Time Savings – no need for shape adjustments or fastener modifications.
- Consistent Body Appearance – maintaining the factory color and styling of the Mini.
- Correct Mirror Seating – compatibility with the original exterior mirror housing construction.
- Dedicated Solution – a component specifically designed for the R50, R52, R53 series, without universal compromises.
This makes the cover ideal for both workshops specializing in the Mini brand and individual owners who want to restore the correct appearance of their right-hand mirror.
Other Mini Exterior Mirrors and Preparing Your Car for the Season
If you are looking for other Mini exterior mirrors to fit different body versions and colors, check out our dedicated category Mini Exterior Mirrors, where you will find a wide selection of parts for comprehensive mirror system repairs.
Before the demanding season, it’s also worth checking the condition of body parts and accessories – you can find practical tips in the article Winter Essentials: Which Used Car Parts Are Worth Checking and Replacing Before the Frost?, which includes checklists and discussions of key components.
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