Cover Wing Mirror BMW E81 E82 E87N Cap Casing Left Alpinweiss 3 White

Cover Wing Mirror BMW E81 E82 E87N Cap Casing Left Alpinweiss 3 White is an original exterior mirror housing designed for the left side of the BMW 1 Series (E81, E82, and E87N generations). This component in Alpinweiss 3 color allows for a visually consistent replacement of a damaged cover, maintaining the factory paint finish. This used, original part from the Exterior Mirrors category is a sensible choice for post-accident repairs and aesthetic restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038345-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038345
• Substitutable numbers: 51160038345, 0038345, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW

The presented mirror housing has been designed specifically for BMW E81, E82, and E87N models, ensuring a precise fit to the mirror body shape and the side lines of the vehicle. The placement on the vehicle, specified as the left side, ensures the part fits the driver's side in left-hand drive cars. Thanks to the factory mounting geometry, it is possible to transfer existing mirror components (glass, turn signal, adjustment mechanism) to this cover without the need for any modifications.

Alpinweiss 3 color and finish

The Alpinweiss 3 – 300 color is a distinctive, bright shade of white used as a factory standard on many BMW 1 Series vehicles. Using an originally painted housing allows you to reduce or completely eliminate the need for repainting, which shortens repair time and reduces costs. A uniform shade of white on the mirror and body improves the visual consistency of the car, which is particularly important after local body and paint repairs.

Characteristics of the used component

The mirror housing is a used part, which in practice means a favorable compromise between price and maintaining the original BMW specification. Such components are a popular choice for maintenance repairs where factory fitment and shape consistency with the body line are the priority. A used mirror cover is suitable both for replacement after a minor collision and for visual refreshing of the vehicle when the existing housing is scratched or cracked.

Benefits of using an original mirror housing

• Factory fitment to the BMW E81/E82/E87N mirror body without modifications.
• Alpinweiss 3 color allowing for aesthetic replacement of the element without visible shade differences.
• Time savings during installation thanks to the preservation of original mounting geometry.
• Reasonable repair cost through the use of a used part instead of a new one.

Application in the side body zone

The exterior mirror is one of the most vulnerable parts of the side body zone – especially in city traffic, parking lots, and narrow passages. Replacing just the housing allows you to restore the proper appearance of the mirror without interfering with its mechanics or electronics. This is a practical solution when the mirror structure remains functional and only the cover has been damaged.

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

For drivers interested in a broader approach to optimizing maintenance costs, including the use of used OEM components in other brands, the article describing the advantages of such solutions may be helpful – more information can be found in the material on economical maintenance with used OEM parts.