Koni 8745-1012L Special Active Front Strut for 2002-2006/08 Mini Cooper

Vehicle Fitment

• 2002-2006/08 Mini Cooper & Cooper S (Front Left, R50/R52/R53 - FWD, stock ride height)

Features

• KONI Special Active front left strut with FSD (Frequency Selective Damping) technology
• Automatically adapts damping to road conditions for comfort and control
• Twin-tube low-pressure gas design for responsive ride quality
• Direct-fit replacement strut engineered for Mini R50/R52/R53 suspension
• Improved handling and road holding versus worn OE units
• Red KONI Special Active finish for durability and identification
• Designed for stock ride height (not recommended with lowering springs)
• Backed by KONI's limited lifetime warranty

Specifications

• Part Number: 8745-1012L
• Brand: KONI Special Active Series
• Position: Front Left
• Damping Technology: Frequency Selective Damping (FSD)
• Design: Twin-tube gas shock/strut
• Drive Type: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
• Compatibility: Fits Mini Cooper/Cooper S R50/R52/R53 built after March 2002
• Ride Height: OEM (stock) height retained

Included Components

• 1x KONI 8745-1012L Special Active front left strut

Product Description

The KONI 8745-1012L Special Active Front Strut is a high-quality replacement shock absorber engineered for the front left suspension of 2002-2006/08 Mini Cooper and Cooper S models on R50, R52, and R53 platforms. Featuring KONI's advanced Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) technology, this strut automatically adjusts its damping characteristics to adapt to varying road surfaces - providing a comfortable ride while maintaining excellent handling performance. Unlike fixed-rate shocks, the Special Active design intelligently balances firmness and comfort without driver intervention.

Designed as a direct-fit replacement for the original front left strut assembly, the 8745-1012L helps improve road holding and steering response compared to worn or stock units while preserving the stock ride height. Because of its automatic damping adaptation, it suits everyday driving and sporty road conditions alike. Sold individually, replacing both front left and right units is recommended for balanced suspension performance and consistent handling characteristics across the front axle.