BMW Z4 E89 Door Wing Mirror Heated Auto Dip Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic 475

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

The BMW Z4 E89 Door Wing Mirror Heated Auto Dip Left N/S Black Sapphire Metallic in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 is an original body component featuring heating and automatic dipping functions for reversing. This is a practical solution for drivers who want to maintain a consistent paint finish while ensuring full functionality of the mirror system in their roadster.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7281985-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7281985
• Substitutable numbers: 51167281985, 7281985, 51167205205, 7205205
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Standard Mirror Assembly
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for the BMW Z4 E89

The presented mirror is designed as a dedicated component for the BMW Z4 E89 generation on the left side. Thanks to the factory housing geometry and the correct glass profile, it ensures a proper field of view and compatibility with the body lines characteristic of this model.

The Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 color allows for an aesthetic match to vehicles in the same paint shade, which reduces or completely eliminates the need for additional painting when replacing a damaged part.

Functions: heating and auto-dip

The mirror is equipped with a heating function, which facilitates vehicle use in low temperatures and high humidity. Heating the glass surface accelerates the removal of steam and frost, improving visibility and driving safety.

Additionally, the auto-dip function (automatic tilting when shifting into reverse) assists with maneuvering in parking lots and tight spaces. Once reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass automatically changes position, making it easier to observe the curb and parking lines, and returns to its original position after the maneuver is completed.

Color and finish aesthetics

The finish in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 is characteristic of many BMW configurations and blends well with the lines of the Z4 E89 body. The metallic paint structure ensures a consistent visual appearance with other body panels, which is important both for accident repairs and for refreshing the car's look.

By maintaining the factory color and housing shape, the mirror fits well into the roadster's styling without creating visual differences between the driver and passenger sides.

Characteristics of the used component

The mirror comes from the Door Wing Mirrors group and is a used component, which offers a favorable compromise between cost and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are often chosen for accident repairs when the priority is visual and functional compatibility with the existing vehicle installation.

Choosing an original, used mirror allows you to retain the factory design of the adjustment mechanism and electrical wiring, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of compatibility issues.

Installation tips and part selection

Before installation, it is recommended to verify compatibility with the equipment of your specific BMW Z4 E89, particularly regarding the presence of heating and auto-dip functions in the vehicle. Proper matching allows for the use of the existing electrical harness and controls from the cabin switches.

When replacing the mirror, it is worth paying attention to:

• mounting side compatibility (left side of the vehicle),
• presence of the glass heating function,
• support for automatic tilting when reversing,
• housing paint color matched to the body.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete sets with electric adjustment, check the available parts in the BMW Door Wing Mirrors category.

Choosing between original, aftermarket, and used parts

When selecting a mirror for the BMW Z4 E89, it is worth considering the differences between original, aftermarket, and used components – both in terms of costs and fitment to the vehicle's installation. It may be helpful to compare part types, selection methods by OEM number, and the impact on subsequent vehicle operation, which is discussed in more detail in the article Original, aftermarket, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective?.