Classic MINI Gets New OE Parts from XPart

Xpart, a subsidiary of Caterpillar Logistics Services UK Limited, announced today it has introduced a range of new front and rear bumpers as well as bonnet bars for the Classic MINI. The supplier says the bonnet bars will be made from stainless steel using MG Rover original tooling, while the stainless steel bumpers will be manufactured using modern production methods.

According to XPart, the company targets the nearly 35,000 Classic MINI owners in the UK, who have troubles finding a reliable supply of vital service and wear parts.

“Classic Mini maintenance and restoration is fundamental to keeping the cars in good condition as they continue to increase in value. Fitting non-genuine bumpers can cause problems for owners, particularly in terms of their unfinished razor-like ends,” Barry Smith, UK Sales Manager, XPart, said in a release.

“They can also be difficult to fit, resulting in hours of additional labor. Non-genuine rear bumpers can often be the wrong width, and when fitted can foul the back panel and rear lights. Non-genuine front bumpers also pose difficulties as the holes are often in the wrong place and need to be filed out in order for them to locate properly.”

The new parts will be priced as follows: Mini bumper - £42.46, and Mini top bar - £16.96. Currently, XPart supplies over 5,000 parts for Classic Mini via its nationwide parts wholesaler and AutoService centre network.