Mini Cooper SE to JCW bumper swap fail

[skylar222]

Just attempted the JCW bumper swap on my 2023 SE...and wow, this wasn't what I expected I guess that's why there aren't many out there! Broken wheel arch clips, a rogue temperature sensor, and most importantly, the JCW bumper itself just isn't fitting right, t hanks to a mystery plastic piece on the crash bar.

Anyone out there tried this conversion before? Feeling a little lost Especially need help figuring out where that temp sensor goes and how to deal with this stubborn plastic piece.

 

[Jose1988]

Just attempted the JCW bumper swap on my 2023 SE...and wow, this wasn't what I expected I guess that's why there aren't many out there! Broken wheel arch clips, a rogue temperature sensor, and most importantly, the JCW bumper itself just isn't fitting right, t hanks to a mystery plastic piece on the crash bar.

Anyone out there tried this conversion before? Feeling a little lost Especially need help figuring out where that temp sensor goes and how to deal with this stubborn plastic piece.

I saw someone online who successfully installed it on their SE, but their instructions were a bit cryptic, haha. Have you checked YouTube for any tutorials?

 

[Zeke]

Will you cover up the extra vents on the JCW grille? If not, it may reduce the car's range.