2012 R56 Minor Bodywork DIY?

[Robert Eglesfield]

I recently bought a 2012 Cooper R56 as a first car, and it's serving me very well

There are three body fixes I'd like to attempt myself, rather than paying out big bucks for the MINI garage to do it:

1. The rear column right side C pillar cover has a shard chipped from it - replace the cover
2. The upper tabs on the rear fog light cluster have sheared, so it's loose - replace the cluster
3. Front bumper lower grille trim knocked off by some debris from the road - replace the trim

My main question is whether these three things are achievable with basic tools. I'm handy, so not too worried about being able to do things, but don't want to start a job I can't finish.

Specific questions, if anyone can offer any wisdom:

• To replace the c pillar cover, will I have to remove the beltline?
• I know that the c pillar cover is held on by three clips and double-sided tape - where/what should I buy for the latter?
• Grille trim, as far as I know, should be a very simple clip on job (from reading the Haynes guide), am I right in thinking this?

Many thanks in advance for any replies.

Rob