Mini Countryman F60 Hood Bonnet Hinge Front Left N/S Chili Red - 851 7388103

Mini Countryman F60 Hood Bonnet Hinge Front Left N/S Chili Red is an original body component from the Hinges, locks, and other hood parts category, designed for the precise mounting and guidance of the hood at the front of the vehicle. The hinge has been specifically engineered for Mini models, ensuring correct opening geometry, stable support, and consistency with the factory body structure. The Chili Red color allows for aesthetic continuity with the hood paint in this shade, without the need for additional color matching.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7449379-CHRED
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7449379
• Substitutable numbers: 7449379, 41007449379, 7388103
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Chili Red - 851
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and fitment for Mini Countryman F60

The presented hood hinge is intended for use in the Mini Countryman F60 model, on the front left side of the body. The component's design is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and helps maintain proper gaps between the hood, fenders, and bumper. As a result, after replacement, the hood operates smoothly without unwanted tension or misalignment, which is important for both safety and paint durability.

Technical and functional characteristics

The hinge belongs to the group of components responsible for guiding and supporting the hood in both open and closed positions. The properly selected geometry of the arms and pivot points ensures:

• stable hood opening and closing without jamming,
• correct alignment of the hood edges relative to the body,
• reduced risk of rubbing against adjacent body panels.

Its location on the front left side of the vehicle allows for clear identification of the mounting position, which is essential when selecting parts for post-accident repairs or front-end geometry adjustments.

Chili Red color and visual aspect

A significant feature of this hinge is its factory Chili Red - 851 color, matched to the Mini body paint in this shade. In practice, this means that after installation, the component does not require additional painting in areas visible when the hood is open, which helps maintain a consistent look for the engine bay and hood edges. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where the goal is to faithfully restore the vehicle's original appearance.

Condition, origin, and advantages of using a used part

The component comes from the Mini brand and is a used part, which allows for a reasonable repair cost while maintaining the original design specifications. Using a component from the same product line as the vehicle's factory equipment promotes proper fitment with the hood and other front-end components. In the case of bodywork repairs, such a choice helps reduce the time required for adjusting and aligning the hinge.

Support with part selection and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the hood area in your Mini and need other components from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or brackets, check out the available parts in the Mini hinges, locks, and other hood parts category.

For major body repairs, the drivetrain is often serviced in parallel, so a useful supplement may be an article describing the diagnostics and selection of clutch components and dual-mass flywheels – you can find it here: Clutch and dual-mass flywheel – diagnostics and selection of drivetrain components.

Summary

Mini Countryman F60 Hood Bonnet Hinge Front Left N/S Chili Red is a practical solution for users who want to restore proper hood operation after a collision or due to wear of the mounting components. Its original origin, dedicated placement on the front left side of the body, and color matching in the Chili Red shade make it a functional choice for bodywork and aesthetic repairs in Mini vehicles.