BMW 3 Series E90 M Sport High Gloss Heated Right O/S Wing Mirror Carbon Black

BMW 3 Series E90 M Sport High Gloss Heated Right O/S Wing Mirror Carbon Black is an original body component designed for the 3 Series E90 generation models, equipped with a heating function. Thanks to the Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 paint and the Shadow Line / Glanzschwarz finish, the mirror perfectly fits the sporty style of the M Sport package, ensuring a cohesive, aesthetic look for the side of the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-8046428-CAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8046428
• Substitutable numbers: 51168046428, 8046428, 51167906968, 7906968, Shadow Line, Glanzschwarz, Heated, Carbonschwarz
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90 M Sport

The presented BMW 3 Series E90 M Sport High Gloss Heated Right O/S Wing Mirror Carbon Black has been designed as a factory component for the 3 Series E90 with the M Sport package. The housing construction, mounting geometry, and shape of the mirror glass are adapted to the body lines of this model, which allows for maintaining the original aerodynamics and the correct field of view for the driver.

The mirror is intended for the right side of the vehicle, which is crucial for safety and the ergonomics of monitoring the blind spot. Using an original component from the Exterior Mirrors group minimizes the risk of assembly problems and eliminates typical inaccuracies found in aftermarket replacements.

High Gloss finish and Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 color

The mirror housing is finished in the Shadow Line / Glanzschwarz style, which means a high gloss that perfectly matches the sporty character of the M Sport version. The Carbonschwarz Metallic - 416 color ensures consistency with the factory BMW paint palette, thanks to which the element harmoniously blends with the body line, without the effect of an "added-on" part.

The combination of metallic paint with high-gloss accents emphasizes the dynamic profile of the car, while also making it easier to keep the surface clean. For owners who care about maintaining the original appearance of the vehicle, this is a solution that is technically and visually consistent with the factory specification.

Heating function and user comfort

The mirror is equipped with a heating function, which significantly improves visibility in difficult weather conditions. Heating the mirror glass accelerates the evaporation of moisture and the removal of frost, reducing the need for manual surface cleaning.

In practice, this translates into:

• better side visibility during rain and low temperatures,
• shorter vehicle preparation time in winter,
• a stable field of view without distortions caused by water droplets or ice.

Thanks to the use of an original heating solution, the mirror works with the vehicle's factory control system, which facilitates integration with the existing electrical installation.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered component is a used BMW exterior mirror, which means it comes from vehicle dismantling and retains the manufacturer's factory specification. Such elements are frequently chosen for post-accident repairs and restoring the car to its original visual state because they ensure the correct fit of shape, color, and finish.

Choosing an original, used mirror allows for cost reduction compared to a new part, while maintaining compatibility with the bodywork, electrical installation, and the M Sport package styling.

Application area and mirror system expansion

The mirror operates in the critical side zone of the vehicle, responsible for monitoring cross-traffic and the blind spot. In the case of expanding or upgrading the mirror system in a BMW 3 Series E90, it is worth maintaining stylistic and technical consistency of all elements on both sides of the body.

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

For drivers interested in a broader perspective on visibility safety in BMW vehicles and the selection of lighting elements, a guide material may be useful – you can find more practical tips in the article See more and better – a complete guide to selecting and replacing used LED and Xenon headlights.