Mini Cooper R50 R52 R53 R55 R56 R57 Wheel Alloy Rim 16" 6.5J 5-Star Blaster 103

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Mini Cooper R50 R52 R53 R55 R56 R57 Wheel Alloy Rim 16" 6.5J 5-Star Blaster is an original light-alloy rim designed for Mini models, engineered for precise handling and a look consistent with the vehicle's factory styling. The distinctive five-spoke 5-Star Blaster design emphasizes the car's dynamic character, while the robust construction ensures stable performance in daily use. This is a solution for drivers who want to maintain factory driving parameters while ensuring aesthetics and functionality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6769409-8
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6769409
• Substitutable numbers: 6769409, 36116769409
• Rim diameter: 16"
• Rim width: 6.5
• Offset (ET): 48
• Hole diameter: 100
• Number of holes: 4
• Rim material: Aluminium
• Category: Rims

Purpose and fitment for Mini

The rim has been developed specifically for the Mini Cooper range of models, including the R50, R52, R53, R55, R56, and R57 series, ensuring a proper fit for the chassis and bodywork. Using an original design allows for the maintenance of correct suspension geometry, which translates into predictable vehicle behavior, driving confidence, and proper compatibility with the braking system and safety features.

By adhering to factory design specifications, the rim integrates well with standard tires, requires no interference with wheel arches or suspension modifications, and installation is performed in the standard manner for this generation of Mini.

Construction, material, and driving characteristics

The rim belongs to the Wheels category and is made of aluminum, which provides an optimal strength-to-weight ratio. A lighter rim compared to typical steel wheels helps reduce unsprung mass, which can improve suspension response to road irregularities and ride comfort. The aluminum construction also facilitates heat dissipation from the braking system, which is important during dynamic driving.

The five-spoke 5-Star Blaster design ensures even load distribution, and the carefully selected mounting parameters of the rim promote stability at higher speeds. The rim is adapted to work with typical tires used in this generation of Mini, making it easy to select tires without the need to experiment with non-standard sizes.

Mounting parameters and compatibility

The Mini 5-Star Blaster alloy rim is designed for the typical mounting system used by this brand, with a properly selected diameter and number of mounting holes. This solution ensures proper seating on the hub, even tightening of the bolts, and seamless compatibility with factory suspension and brake components.

The selection of parameters such as width, diameter, and offset has been developed to maintain the factory body line and avoid interference with suspension components. As a result, the rim is suitable both as a replacement for a damaged wheel and as an element to restore the car's original appearance after modifications.

Condition, application, and benefits of choosing a used rim

The presented rim is in the used product category, which allows for combining reasonable purchase costs with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This is a good solution for drivers who want to replace a single damaged rim or complete a set consistent with factory equipment without the need to invest in a full set of new rims.

A used Mini alloy rim can be suitable in several scenarios:

• as a replacement after mechanical damage to a rim,
• to complete a set of summer or winter wheels,
• when restoring a car to its original factory configuration.

To learn more about the specifics of purchasing second-hand rims and the possibilities for their refurbishment, it is worth checking out the guide Used rims like new: a guide to buying and refurbishing alloy wheels, which discusses key aspects of selecting and refurbishing alloy wheels.

Technical support and additional information

The Mini 5-Star Blaster rim is marked with a dedicated OEM part number and has interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle equipment version. In case of doubt before purchase, it is worth comparing your current rim with the offered model in terms of pattern, diameter, width, and mounting method.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the running gear in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as additional rims, wheel sets, or alternative rim patterns, check out the available parts in the Mini Wheels category.

Additional arguments for choosing second-hand components are also provided in the article Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know, which discusses the most common concerns regarding used parts and the real benefits of using them.