BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E88 M Sport High Gloss Right Wing Mirror O/S Without Cover

The Right Exterior Mirror BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E88 M Sport High Gloss is an original body part designed for installation on the driver's side in right-hand drive versions. With its high-gloss Shadowline finish and integrated heating function, it ensures a consistent look with the M Sport package and safe visibility in various weather conditions. The mirror housing is sold without the outer cover, making it easy to match the vehicle's existing color.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7185308-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7185308
• Substitutable numbers: 51167185308, 7185308, Shadowline, Heated, Glanzschwarz, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW 1 Series

This mirror has been specifically designed for BMW 1 Series E81, E82, and E88 models equipped with the M Sport package and Shadowline trim. The construction is compatible with factory mounting points, allowing for precise integration with the doors and maintaining the original body line. Its placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures correct field of vision geometry for right-hand drive cars.

Construction, Finish, and Features

The mirror housing is finished in High Gloss Shadowline, providing a distinctive dark sheen that complements the sporty M Sport style. The surfaces are smooth and aesthetically pleasing, and the housing's geometry is optimized for aerodynamics and reduced wind noise at higher speeds. The mirror features an integrated heating function that aids in the rapid removal of fog and frost from the glass surface, enhancing driving safety in cool and humid climates.

The part is supplied without the outer cover, allowing you to use your existing painted cover or select a new one in the body color. This solution is beneficial for both accident repairs and partial vehicle appearance upgrades.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Mirror

Using an original mirror from the BMW Exterior Mirrors range ensures:

• maintenance of factory geometry and stable glass positioning,
• proper integration with the vehicle's electrical system,
• visual consistency with the M Sport line and Shadowline finish,
• hassle-free installation in place of a damaged part.

This makes the mirror a functional solution for both repairing damage and refreshing the appearance of the vehicle's side body. The heated glass improves everyday comfort, especially in urban and highway driving, where rapid visibility improvement is crucial.

Condition, Installation, and Service Application

The offered part is used, making it an attractive cost-effective alternative while maintaining original BMW specifications. The mirror's design allows for installation at standard mounting points without requiring modifications to the doors or electrical system, assuming the vehicle's equipment is compatible with the M Sport High Gloss version. In practice, this means reduced service time and a lower risk of fitment issues.

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

Additional Technical Support and Parts Selection

When selecting an exterior mirror for a specific equipment version, it is advisable to verify the vehicle's configuration, particularly the type of finish, mounting side, and the presence of the heating function. Using the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers can be helpful in identifying compatible variants in BMW service catalogs.

For users interested in a broader approach to diagnostics and parts selection by OEM and VIN numbers, the guide article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair, which discusses practical principles for working with technical documentation and parts catalogs, may be useful.