Mini R60 R61 Bumper Bracket Holder 9802113

MINI R60 R61 Rear Bumper Slide Bracket Mount is an original part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, designed for precise support and guidance of the rear bumper in Mini vehicles. This used OEM part ensures a factory fit, stable mounting, and correct body geometry at the rear, which is important for both aesthetics and operational safety.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9802113
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9802113
• Substitutable numbers: 9802113, 51129802113
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Function of the Part

The rear bumper slide bracket mount is responsible for the proper seating and guidance of the rear bumper in Mini R60 and R61 models. This component stabilizes the bumper's position relative to the body, limits its unwanted movement, and helps maintain an even gap between the bumper and adjacent body panels.

Thanks to its factory design, the bracket works with the original mounting points, facilitating installation and preserving the original body line without the need for modifications or custom fitting of aftermarket parts.

Benefits of Using an Original Mount

Using an original Mini rear bumper slide bracket mount helps reduce the risk of looseness, rattles, and improper bumper fit. This is particularly important after accident repairs or replacement of body panels, where precise alignment significantly impacts the final visual result and repair durability.

• Factory geometry ensuring correct bumper guidance.
• Compatibility with original mounting points in the body.
• Stabilization of the bumper's position during driving and suspension operation.
• Reduction of stress on the body panels, contributing to longer life of external components.

For body shops and independent repair services, using such a bracket means repeatable, predictable installation and fewer adjustments after the rear body section is reassembled.

Product Characteristics and Fitment

As a part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, the rear bumper slide bracket mount operates in direct proximity to the outer body panels and reinforcement elements. The bracket's design is adapted to the specific rear body architecture of the Mini R60/R61, ensuring proper load distribution and secure bumper anchoring.

The product is a used part, meaning it is an OEM component with preserved mounting geometry, allowing for an economical yet technically correct vehicle repair. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where the quality of the original part needs to be combined with cost control.

Practical Application in Service

The rear bumper slide bracket mount is suitable for both local repair of a damaged bumper and for more extensive reconstruction of the rear body section after a collision. This part is often replaced when mounting points have been deformed or when the bumper does not return to its original position despite replacing the body panel itself.

In service practice, the bracket allows for:

• restoring proper bumper alignment with the tailgate and fenders,
• reducing vibrations and noises resulting from mounting play,
• achieving uniform gaps, which facilitates final quality control of the repair.

Comparison of New and Used Parts

When choosing between a new and a used mounting part, it's worth considering the cost-quality ratio, especially for original Mini components. A used OEM part often offers a favorable compromise between price and preserved factory mounting parameters, which is important for accident repairs and servicing older vehicles.

If you want to analyze the differences between new and used components, their durability, and long-term cost-effectiveness in more detail, the article will be helpful: New or Used? Comparing the Cost and Quality of Car Parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body section of your Mini and need other parts from the same group, such as guides, supports, or additional bumper brackets, check the available parts in the Mini Bumpers and Reinforcements category.