BMW X3 Series E83 2 Sport High Gloss Heated Left N/S Wing Mirror Bluewater 896

Left exterior mirror BMW X3 E83 Sport High Gloss with heating in Bluewater Metallic 896 is an original body part designed for BMW X3 E83 models in the sport version. Thanks to its factory high-gloss finish and compatibility with the vehicle's equipment, it is a functional and aesthetic addition to the side body area, ensuring proper visibility and a cohesive look for the car. This is a solution for users looking for a compatible heated mirror on the left side (N/S).

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-3452705-WB2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3452705
• Substitutable numbers: 51163452705, 3452705, 51163412683 51163412685 51163449969, 3412683 3412685 3449969, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and Fitment for BMW X3 E83

The presented mirror has been designed as a body part for the BMW X3 E83 series in its sport variant, with a factory High Gloss finish. Its left-side placement ensures compatibility with the driver's door construction in vehicles designed for right-hand traffic. The use of original housing and mirror geometry allows for maintaining proper field of vision and user ergonomics.

Thanks to the use of an original base and housing shape, the mirror works with the factory mounting points in the door, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications or part adjustments.

Functionality: Heating and Safety

The mirror is equipped with a mirror surface heating function, which improves driving safety in conditions of rain, snow, and low temperatures. Heating reduces fogging and icing of the glass surface, shortening the vehicle's preparation time for driving and increasing the clarity of the image in the mirror.

The appropriately selected mirror curvature and factory positioning on the body support the observation of blind spots and the vehicle's surroundings, which is particularly important when changing lanes, maneuvering in the city, and parking.

Bluewater Metallic 896 Finish and High Gloss Styling

The mirror housing is painted in the Bluewater Metallic – 896 color, characteristic of selected BMW X3 E83 configurations. The metallic shade and sporty High Gloss finish help maintain consistency with the body line, trim strips, and other elements painted in this color.

Such a finish is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged mirror on a vehicle already painted in this color – this minimizes the need for additional painting work and facilitates the quick restoration of the side body's aesthetics.

Category, Condition, and Service Application

The part belongs to the Exterior Mirrors category, meaning it is designed for outdoor use, taking into account exposure to weather conditions and typical operational loads. The product is in used condition, making it an attractive service solution for collision repairs or replacement of a damaged mirror on vehicles used daily.

For users planning more extensive servicing of the side body area on their BMW X3 E83 – e.g., after a collision or during a comprehensive renovation – using an original exterior mirror helps maintain stylistic consistency and the correct operation of the electrical system responsible for heating.

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

Additional Technical Information and Support

As an original part, the mirror has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific BMW X3 E83 equipment version. When selecting, it is advisable to compare the vehicle's configuration (mounting side, body color, electrical equipment) with the parameters of the offered part to ensure proper heating operation and full visual compatibility.

If you are interested in a broader context of operating and servicing BMW all-wheel-drive vehicles, as well as selecting used components for drivetrain systems, it is worth reading the article xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – comparison of AWD drives from BMW, Mercedes, Audi and VW, which discusses, among other things, the specifics of servicing and parts selection for AWD vehicles.