Wing Mirror BMW E81 E82 E88 Left Door N/S Patagoniagruen Green Metallic A71

Wing Mirror BMW E81 E82 E88 Left Door N/S Patagoniagruen Green Metallic A71 in Patagoniagruen Metallic A71 is an original body component designed for installation on the passenger side (N/S). This used mirror serves as a functional and visual addition to the bodywork, allowing for a consistent appearance and proper side visibility.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7185355-PTG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7185355
• Substitutable numbers: 51167185355, 7185355, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Patagoniagruen Metallic - A71
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series

The presented mirror is a component from the Exterior Mirrors group dedicated to BMW 1 Series models of the E81, E82, and E88 generations. The construction is designed for factory door mounts, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the correct geometry relative to the body. Placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures the driver has a proper field of view in the side and rear zones, in accordance with the manufacturer's factory specifications.

Color and body aesthetics

The Patagoniagruen Metallic A71 paint is a distinctive metallic shade of green used by BMW, which highlights the body lines and harmonizes well with decorative body elements. Using a mirror in the same color allows for visual consistency without the need for additional painting, provided that the other elements of the vehicle have the same paint code. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs or replacing a damaged passenger-side mirror.

Safety and driving comfort function

The left-side door mirror plays a key role in monitoring blind spots and observing the adjacent lane. A correctly selected and installed component:

• ensures a stable field of view while driving at higher speeds,
• facilitates maneuvering in the city, in parking lots, and during lane changes,
• reduces the risk of damage resulting from incorrect distance estimation from other vehicles or obstacles.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry and housing shape, the mirror works in harmony with the BMW body line, which translates into predictable airflow behavior and reduced cabin noise.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

As a used original BMW component, the mirror retains factory design parameters and is a good alternative to replacements of unknown origin. The original housing and mounts are designed for long-term use, which promotes stability of the setting and proper interaction with doors and seals. Choosing OEM parts from the secondary market allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's design.

Expansion of the body zone – BMW Exterior Mirrors

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

If you are considering wider use of secondary market parts in your car and want to better understand their advantages in terms of economy and quality, it is worth reading the guide on our blog: smart servicing with used OEM parts.