BMW 1 E81 E87 Right O/S Cover Cap Casing Mirror Wing Kaschmirsilber Silver A72

BMW 1 E81 E87 Right O/S Cover Cap Casing Mirror Wing Kaschmirsilber Silver A72 is an original component from the Exterior Mirrors group, designed for the right side of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Kaschmirsilber (Cashmere Silver) Metallic - A72 color, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged mirror cover on your BMW 1 Series E81/E87.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0032680-KAS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0032680
• Substitutable numbers: 51160032680, 0032680, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Kaschmirsilber (Cashmere Silver) Metallic - A72
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment

The presented cover is a component dedicated to the right exterior mirror in BMW 1 Series E81 and E87 models. The design, based on the factory specification, ensures proper fitment with the mirror housing, maintenance of correct geometry, and compatibility with standard mounts and the mirror glass.

Its original BMW OE origin means that the shape, body lines, and mounting method meet the vehicle manufacturer's standards, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of incorrect alignment of the component relative to the door and pillar.

Color and finish

The cover is finished in the Kaschmirsilber (Cashmere Silver) Metallic - A72 shade, characteristic of many BMW paint configurations. The metallic coating ensures visual consistency with the bodywork, and the accurately matched shade minimizes color differences compared to other body panels.

This type of finish allows for maintaining the car's factory character without the need for aftermarket replacements in a different shade or additional painting, provided that the other vehicle components are maintained in the same paint code.

Function and benefits of installation

The mirror cover plays an important protective and aerodynamic role. Once properly installed:

• it protects the internal mirror adjustment mechanism from external factors,
• it stabilizes airflow around the body in the door pillar area,
• it improves the visual consistency of the right side of the vehicle after a collision or mechanical damage,
• it reduces the risk of corrosion of the components located under the cover.

By using an original cover from the Exterior Mirrors group, you maintain compliance with the vehicle's factory specification, which is important both from a safety perspective and for the future resale value of the car.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered cover comes from the secondary market and is a used component. This type of part is a good choice when you want to maintain original BMW quality while optimizing repair costs. A used component allows for visual matching to the rest of the bodywork, which is also not brand new, often resulting in a more natural final effect than in the case of a brand-new part.

Installation zone and additional components

The cover is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, in the door and pillar area, at the location of the factory exterior mirror. Installation requires removing the old cover and transferring its mounts to the new component or using the existing clips in the mirror housing. Proper seating of the cover affects the stability of the mirror while driving and reduces vibrations.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete mirror modules, check the available parts in the BMW Exterior Mirrors category.