BMW F20 F21 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Right O/S Alpinweiss Alpine White 300

BMW F20 F21 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Right O/S Alpinweiss Alpine White 300 is an original body component designed for precise installation on the standard mirror frame. Thanks to its factory finish in Alpinweiss 3 – 300, it allows for the aesthetic replacement of a damaged cover without the need for additional painting. This is a practical solution for users who expect consistent appearance and proper fitment to the body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8054978-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8054978
• Substitutable numbers: 51168054978, 8054978, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Application and function of the component

The mirror cover is designed for the right side of the vehicle and serves as the outer protective panel for the side mirror. It is responsible for:

• protecting the internal adjustment mechanism and mirror glass from external factors,
• maintaining the aerodynamic body line in the door pillar area,
• preserving a consistent color scheme with the factory Alpinweiss 3 paint.

Thanks to a design compliant with the BMW factory standard, the component works with the original mirror housing, ensuring stable mounting and proper alignment with adjacent door panels.

Color and visual fitment

The factory color Alpinweiss 3 – 300 is a popular shade of white used in many F20/F21 series models, which makes it easier to maintain a uniform body appearance after repair. Using an original cover in this color allows you to:

• avoid color differences typical of unpainted replacements,
• reduce repair time – no need to prepare and paint a new part,
• maintain aesthetics consistent with the factory BMW specification.

This is a particularly beneficial solution for spot repairs after a collision or parking damage, where a quick return to the vehicle's original appearance is essential.

Installation characteristics

The cover is intended for installation on the existing mirror frame on the right side of the vehicle. The design, consistent with the factory solution, enables:

• installation in place of the damaged cover without interfering with the adjustment mechanism,
• preservation of the original mirror geometry,
• limiting service work to the removal of the old cover and installation of the new one.

This approach is beneficial for both workshops and individual users who want to restore full mirror functionality while maintaining the factory standard of workmanship.

Condition of the component and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered mirror cover is a used part, meaning it comes from vehicle dismantling and has been verified for further installation suitability. Choosing this solution allows you to:

• lower repair costs compared to a new component,
• maintain the original quality characteristic of the BMW brand,
• support the reuse of components in the spirit of a circular economy.

If you want to better understand how a conscious choice of dismantled parts affects the environment and your budget, it is worth reading the article on the circular economy and the benefits of used parts in automotive service.

Expanding repairs in the BMW mirror area

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 mirror glass, complete housings, or additional turn signals in the cover, check out the available parts in the BMW side mirrors category.