BMW X3 Series 2 E83 M Sport High Gloss Left Door Wing Mirror N/S Black Sapphire

The Left Exterior Mirror for BMW X3 E83 M Sport in High Gloss finish is an original body part designed for the M Sport version, finished in Black Sapphire Metallic. Thanks to the factory paint in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 and the sporty M Sport styling, the mirror harmoniously integrates with the car's body line, maintaining visual and functional consistency with other vehicle components. This is a solution for users who expect precise fitment and aesthetics compliant with BMW standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-3452705-BS2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3452705
• Substitutable numbers: 3452705, 51163452705, 51163449969 51163412685 51163412683, 3449969 3412685 3412683, Shadow Line, Heated
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW X3 E83 M Sport

The presented mirror belongs to the Exterior Mirrors category and has been designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle in the BMW X3 E83 model with the M Sport package. The housing design, mounting geometry, and mirror glass shape are adapted to factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the original body aerodynamics.

The High Gloss finish and Shadow Line styling emphasize the car's sporty character, ensuring a cohesive look with other M Sport package elements. The mirror is equipped with a heating function, which enhances driving safety in rain, snow, and low temperatures.

Functionality and Usability Features

The mirror offers a set of features that contribute to comfortable everyday use:

• dedicated placement on the left side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory specification for BMW X3 E83,
• heated mirror glass, supporting good visibility in adverse weather conditions,
• M Sport sporty styling with High Gloss finish and Shadow Line,
• original housing geometry, promoting image stability in the mirror while driving.

Thanks to these features, the mirror is suitable both as a replacement part after damage and as a component restoring the vehicle's cohesive appearance after body and paint repairs.

Body Color and Aesthetics

The factory color Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 is a distinctive metallic shade of black used by BMW, which pairs well with the Shadow Line. Using the original paint minimizes the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the same color code, which can shorten repair time and reduce costs.

The combination of metallic black with a glossy High Gloss finish gives the mirror a modern, dynamic character while maintaining BMW's typical understated elegance. This is particularly important when restoring vehicles where maintaining visual consistency with other body elements is crucial.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered mirror is a used part, which translates into a favorable compromise between cost and maintaining original BMW specifications. A used component allows for factory fitment and stylistic consistency while limiting expenses compared to a new part.

Choosing an original, used exterior mirror is particularly beneficial for accident repairs and for restoring a vehicle to its factory configuration without the need for aftermarket alternatives with uncertain fitment.

Expanding BMW Side Area Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as mirror housings, mirror glass, or complete sets with arms, check the available parts in the BMW Exterior Mirrors category.

Substantive Support and Knowledge Development

When planning more extensive work on your car – especially when combining body part replacement with refreshing other components – it is worth expanding your knowledge on selecting and refurbishing parts. A guide on purchasing and restoring alloy wheels, available in the article Used Wheels Like New: A Guide to Buying and Refurbishing Alloy Wheels, can be helpful. It demonstrates a practical approach to working with used parts and restoring them to an aesthetic condition.