BMW 1 Series 2 E81 E82 E88 Heated Left Wing Mirror N/S Montegoblau Montego Blue

The heated left exterior mirror for BMW 1 Series E81 / E82 / E88 in Montegoblau Metallic A51 is an original body part designed for precise replacement of the factory driver's side mirror. It ensures proper field of vision, color consistency with the body paint, and a heating function, supporting safe vehicle operation in various weather conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7185355-MTB2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7185355
• Substitutable numbers: 51167185355, 7185355
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Montegoblau Metallic - A51
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and Fitment for BMW 1 Series

The presented mirror has been designed as a body part for BMW 1 Series E81, E82, and E88 models on the left side of the vehicle. The construction, based on the vehicle manufacturer's solutions, guarantees proper door fitment, correct mounting geometry, and compatibility with factory wiring harnesses responsible for the heating function.

By maintaining the original housing shape and the appropriate curvature of the glass, the mirror allows for the preservation of factory visibility parameters, which is important for both driving comfort and meeting safety requirements.

Heating Function and User Comfort

A key feature of this mirror is its integrated heating function, which aids in defogging and defrosting the glass surface. In practice, this means faster restoration of full visibility after activating the electrical system responsible for mirror heating, which is particularly important in autumn-winter conditions and high humidity.

The heated left-side mirror improves the ergonomics of daily operation – the driver does not have to manually remove moisture or frost from the glass surface, which reduces the risk of accidental damage and shortens the time needed to prepare the car for driving.

Montegoblau Metallic A51 Color and Body Aesthetics

The mirror is finished in the factory color Montegoblau Metallic A51, characteristic of selected BMW 1 Series paint configurations. Using the same shade allows for visual consistency of the body after repair or replacement, without the need for additional painting if it matches the current vehicle color.

The metallic paint structure provides appropriate color depth and matches the body lines, which is important for accident repairs and restoring the vehicle to a visually factory-like condition.

Characteristics of the Used Part

The offered mirror belongs to the Exterior Mirrors category and is a used part, meaning it comes from a dismantled vehicle. Such components are often chosen for operational and accident repairs when preserving the original construction and compatibility while optimizing costs is a priority.

A used BMW exterior mirror allows for economical replacement of a damaged part while maintaining factory geometry, proper door fitment, and compatibility with the electrical system responsible for heating.

Expansion of Body Area and Additional Materials

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

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