Color Match/Paint Black Wheel Arches?
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Color Match/Paint Black Wheel Arches?
I wanted to get some feedback on the process of color matching/painting the black wheel arches and front/rear bottom pieces.
I have seen some people have done this, so I know it can be done. Here is an example. It's not the same model as mine, but the concept is the same.
I have an R52 2007 Mini Cooper S Cabrio
I have seen some people have done this, so I know it can be done. Here is an example. It's not the same model as mine, but the concept is the same.
I have an R52 2007 Mini Cooper S Cabrio
Last edited by CubanoPete; 09-13-2012 at 08:26 AM.
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So what the problem take them off and paint them! I can't stand the black arches and trim. I am taking my wife's off along with the wiper arms ane any thing else I can get off and paint body color. All I have to do is get out of this hell hole that is also known as New Orleans and back to Florida.
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The basic steps are to clean the plastic with Prep Sol, and then spray them with a plastic etching/adhesion product such as Bulldog. Then you begin layering primer coats, sanding between coats until the substrate is smooth. Typically 5 to six coats of primer. When primed smooth, spray the topcoat and clear.
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I wanted to get some feedback on the process of color matching/painting the black wheel arches and front/rear bottom pieces.
I have seen some people have done this, so I know it can be done. Here is an example. It's not the same model as mine, but the concept is the same.
I have an R52 2007 Mini Cooper S Cabrio
I have seen some people have done this, so I know it can be done. Here is an example. It's not the same model as mine, but the concept is the same.
I have an R52 2007 Mini Cooper S Cabrio
The R56 came with color matched trim pieces. the R52 did not.
Edit: woops I didn't read your entire post. You can disregard my comment. I am a bit slow.
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I am very sorry to hijack this thread but does anyone know what wheels are on the white r56?
And to bring it back around, I would bring the wheel arches and the other plastic you want painted to a body shop. You want to have them sand the texture out of the plastic to get a smooth finish. You could do that yourself but unless you do body work you might end up with plastic that's wavy when done. aka sanded too much in one spot not enough in another
And to bring it back around, I would bring the wheel arches and the other plastic you want painted to a body shop. You want to have them sand the texture out of the plastic to get a smooth finish. You could do that yourself but unless you do body work you might end up with plastic that's wavy when done. aka sanded too much in one spot not enough in another
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I am very sorry to hijack this thread but does anyone know what wheels are on the white r56?
And to bring it back around, I would bring the wheel arches and the other plastic you want painted to a body shop. You want to have them sand the texture out of the plastic to get a smooth finish. You could do that yourself but unless you do body work you might end up with plastic that's wavy when done. aka sanded too much in one spot not enough in another
And to bring it back around, I would bring the wheel arches and the other plastic you want painted to a body shop. You want to have them sand the texture out of the plastic to get a smooth finish. You could do that yourself but unless you do body work you might end up with plastic that's wavy when done. aka sanded too much in one spot not enough in another
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^my old chili red r53 was professionally done and it looked amazing!!! the only complaint i had with it is it chipped in a couple spots, over 4 years, on the edges and the old ugly black plastic showed its face. just very small chips that no one other then me could see but it still bugged me haha
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^my old chili red r53 was professionally done and it looked amazing!!! the only complaint i had with it is it chipped in a couple spots, over 4 years, on the edges and the old ugly black plastic showed its face. just very small chips that no one other then me could see but it still bugged me haha
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Hi All-
Newbie here... Just picked up the MINI a few days ago and its been great! Would like to paint the plastic tire trim to match the color. Anyone have any before & after pictures they can share? Also, looking to extend the bonnet stripes down the fron and rear. Anyone have experience in that area? Any info you can give me would be much apreciated. Thanks.
Newbie here... Just picked up the MINI a few days ago and its been great! Would like to paint the plastic tire trim to match the color. Anyone have any before & after pictures they can share? Also, looking to extend the bonnet stripes down the fron and rear. Anyone have experience in that area? Any info you can give me would be much apreciated. Thanks.
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I extended my stripes by buying a set of matching color roof stripes from MINI. They the perfect size to do the front and back with a little left over just in case. All you have to do is measure those areas and cut them to size (add a bit extra to your measurements).
I went with OEM stripes so I knew it'd be the exact color match. Got them for a great price at Sewellparts.com
I went with OEM stripes so I knew it'd be the exact color match. Got them for a great price at Sewellparts.com
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Appreciate the reply. Looking to add the stripes on the bumpers and color match the plastic wheel trim. Once this is done, would like to clear-bra the front. Any advise, comments or concerns you (or other readers) can share?
I extended my stripes by buying a set of matching color roof stripes from MINI. They the perfect size to do the front and back with a little left over just in case. All you have to do is measure those areas and cut them to size (add a bit extra to your measurements).
I went with OEM stripes so I knew it'd be the exact color match. Got them for a great price at Sewellparts.com
I went with OEM stripes so I knew it'd be the exact color match. Got them for a great price at Sewellparts.com
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If you just want painted arches, you can order pre-painted ones directly from MINI. There is a name for them (cant place it without checking), and the JCW accessories catalog has a detailed picture with description and parts numbers. It says something like "for those who cant get enough of their body color..."
Seems like it might be easier to just order the oem painted arches instead of matching colors aftermarket?
Seems like it might be easier to just order the oem painted arches instead of matching colors aftermarket?
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I have an R56 and it is black.
So are at least 6 here in my home town.
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Yes:
R50 R52 R53 Black textured trim wheel arches: come in Non painted.
Cover For Wheel Arch ( front ) - Passenger Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505866/ES77069/
Cover For Wheel Arch ( Front)- Driver Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505867/ES77070/
Cover For Wheel Arch ( front ) - Passenger Side
http://c1552172.r72.cf0.rackcdn.com/19440_x600.jpg
Cover For Wheel Arch ( front ) - Driver Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505865/ES77068/
Cover For Wheel Arch ( rear ) - Passenger Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505868/ES77071/
Cover For Wheel Arch ( rear ) - Driver Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505869/ES77072/
No pre painted arches on the first generation unless the dealership or someone else sanded them down and painted them before delivery.
R50 R52 R53 Black textured trim wheel arches: come in Non painted.
Cover For Wheel Arch ( front ) - Passenger Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505866/ES77069/
Cover For Wheel Arch ( Front)- Driver Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505867/ES77070/
Cover For Wheel Arch ( front ) - Passenger Side
http://c1552172.r72.cf0.rackcdn.com/19440_x600.jpg
Cover For Wheel Arch ( front ) - Driver Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505865/ES77068/
Cover For Wheel Arch ( rear ) - Passenger Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505868/ES77071/
Cover For Wheel Arch ( rear ) - Driver Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51131505869/ES77072/
No pre painted arches on the first generation unless the dealership or someone else sanded them down and painted them before delivery.
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On the R56 R57
They come in the same textured black. Dealerships have painted them in the past before delivery also. The Aerodynamics packages do come pre-painted dependent on color and availability. Maybe that what you were thinking about?
Cover For Wheel Arch - Driver Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51777343341/ES2578762/
Cover For Wheel Arch - Passenger Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51772751318/ES2578763/
Cover For Wheel Arch - Driver Rear Side ( Left )
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51772751321/ES130857/
Cover For Wheel Arch - Passenger Rear Side ( Right )
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51772751322/ES130858/
Thanks and I hope that helps.
They come in the same textured black. Dealerships have painted them in the past before delivery also. The Aerodynamics packages do come pre-painted dependent on color and availability. Maybe that what you were thinking about?
Cover For Wheel Arch - Driver Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51777343341/ES2578762/
Cover For Wheel Arch - Passenger Side
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51772751318/ES2578763/
Cover For Wheel Arch - Driver Rear Side ( Left )
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51772751321/ES130857/
Cover For Wheel Arch - Passenger Rear Side ( Right )
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51772751322/ES130858/
Thanks and I hope that helps.
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Last edited by ECSTuning; 04-07-2017 at 12:16 PM.
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