BMW X3 E83 Front Left Door Wing Mirror Heated N/S Montegoblau Montego Blue - A51

BMW X3 E83 Front Left Door Wing Mirror Heated N/S Montegoblau Montego Blue in Montegoblau Metallic (A51) is an original body component designed for the first-generation BMW X3. It is a complete, heated side mirror that ensures comfortable monitoring of the vehicle's surroundings and stable operation in various weather conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-3448167-MTB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3448167
• Substitutable numbers: 51163448167, 3448167, 51163420487, 3420487, 51163449857, 3449857, 51163412681, 3412681
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for the BMW X3 E83

The presented mirror has been designed specifically for the BMW X3 E83 model and is mounted on the front left side of the vehicle. The construction, based on factory BMW solutions, guarantees a proper fit with the door, correct alignment geometry, and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Thanks to the use of the original housing and mirror geometry, the driver receives a predictable field of view, consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications. This is particularly important when maneuvering in the city, in parking lots, and during lane changes.

Functionality of the heated mirror

The mirror is equipped with a heated glass surface function, which significantly improves visibility in rain, snow, and low-temperature conditions. Heating reduces fogging and frost accumulation, shortening the time required to prepare the car for driving and increasing road safety.

A heated side mirror is a practical solution, especially for users operating the BMW X3 E83 in variable climates – it improves daily driving comfort and reduces the need for manual cleaning of the mirror surface.

Montegoblau Metallic color – A51

The mirror housing is finished in the factory Montegoblau Metallic – A51 color, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. This allows the component to blend perfectly with the body lines and enables the aesthetic replacement of a damaged mirror without the need for immediate repainting.

For many users, this means a faster return of the vehicle to full functionality and a consistent appearance, as well as the possibility of reducing the costs of additional paint work, provided the paint on the car is maintained in a similar condition.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered mirror belongs to the Side mirrors category and is a used component, which in practice allows you to combine original BMW construction with a more favorable purchase cost compared to a new component. This type of solution is often chosen for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual body parts.

A used OEM component is a good solution for drivers who want to maintain the stylistic and technical consistency of the vehicle while optimizing the budget allocated for repair or modernization.

Support with selection and further expansion of the visibility zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the visibility and side zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as mirror glass, complete housings, or additional side mirrors, check the available parts in the BMW Side mirrors category.

For drivers interested in a broader look at elements affecting vehicle control and driving comfort, an article describing the principles of the steering system, power steering, and examples of used components may be helpful – you can find it here: Steering system and power steering – how it works and what fails?.