BMW E87 Heated Left Wing Mirror N/S Quarzblau Quartz Blue Metallic A18

BMW 1 Series E87 Heated Left Wing Mirror N/S Quarzblau Quartz Blue Metallic A18 is an original body component designed for precise installation on the driver's side. Thanks to its factory design and integrated heating function, it ensures good visibility in difficult weather conditions and a consistent look with the vehicle's body line in the Quartz Blue Metallic shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7189851-QB2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189851
• Substitutable numbers: 51167189851, 7189851, 51167157167, 7157167
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Quarzblau Metallic - A18
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series E87

The presented item is a left wing mirror dedicated to the BMW 1 Series E87, designed to maintain factory geometry and the correct viewing angle. Its placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures compatibility with the original door and A-pillar construction, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment. The original mirror construction allows for maintaining proper body aerodynamics, as well as the correct operation of the adjustment mechanism within the housing. As a result, the driver receives a stable image in the mirror, without unwanted vibrations while driving.

Quarzblau Metallic A18 color and body aesthetics

The Quarzblau Metallic – A18 (Quartz Blue Metallic) paint is a characteristic metallic blue shade used factory-standard on the BMW 1 Series E87. Using a component in the same color allows for maintaining visual consistency across the entire side of the vehicle, without the need for additional painting, provided it matches the condition of the bodywork. The metallic coating provides attractive light refraction and blends well with the 1 Series body line, highlighting the characteristic door and fender creases. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged mirror in cars maintained in their original factory color.

Heating function and user comfort

The built-in mirror heating significantly improves driving safety in rain, snow, and at low temperatures. After activating the window and mirror heating system, the mirror surface evaporates and defrosts faster, which reduces the need for manual cleaning. A heated driver's side mirror is particularly important during city and highway driving, where a quick assessment of the situation in the blind spot is crucial. A stable, clear mirror surface supports proper observation of the vehicle's surroundings.

Characteristics of the used component

The item comes from the Wing mirrors group and is offered as a used part, which is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original BMW specification. A used component allows for an economical replacement of a damaged mirror while maintaining the factory manufacturing standard. Choosing an original, used wing mirror is a good solution for users who want to maintain compliance with the factory body line, avoiding problems with shape, color, or mounting fitment typical of low-quality replacements.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The BMW 1 Series E87 Heated Left Wing Mirror N/S Quarzblau Quartz Blue Metallic A18 will work well both for standard post-collision replacement and for gradual visual restoration of the vehicle. It can be used in:

• post-accident repairs of the left side of the body,
• replacing a damaged or faded mirror,
• restoring the original look of a BMW 1 Series E87 after previous modifications. Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, the installation process is similar to replacing an OEM component, which facilitates work for body shops and service centers specializing in the BMW brand. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete sets with adjustment, check the available parts in the BMW Wing mirrors category.