Cover Wing Mirror BMW E81 E87 LCI Right O/S Casing Le Mans Blau Blue 381 0038344

Cover Wing Mirror BMW E81 E87 LCI Right O/S Casing Le Mans Blau Blue is an original body component from the Mirror parts category, designed for a precise fit to the factory mirror housing. Finished in the distinctive Le Mans Blau Metallic shade, it allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the bodywork and restore the aesthetics of the vehicle's side after damage or wear of the previous cover.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038344-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038344
• Substitutable numbers: 51160038344, 0038344, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Mirror Components

Purpose and fitment

The presented cover is dedicated to BMW 1 Series E81/E87 LCI (facelift) models and is mounted on the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its design, which complies with the factory BMW standard, it ensures a proper fit with the mirror base, maintains correct geometry, and is compatible with the original mirror glass and turn signal, if present in the given configuration.

As an OEM component from the Mirror parts group, the part has been designed to maintain factory mounting gaps, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of improper seating on the mirror housing.

Color and paint properties

The cover is finished in Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381, a color characteristic of BMW's sporty configurations. The metallic paint coating provides depth of color and appropriate reflectivity, ensuring the mirror harmonizes with the body lines and other painted elements.

Selecting the correct color is crucial for post-accident repairs and minor visual touch-ups – using a cover in the same shade allows you to limit the scope of additional painting and speeds up the process of restoring the vehicle to its pre-damage condition.

Functional characteristics and installation

The mirror cover is an external component exposed to weather conditions and mechanical damage, which is why its proper fit is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons. A correctly installed cover:

• protects the internal mirror adjustment mechanism from moisture and dirt,
• stabilizes the position of the mirror glass relative to the housing,
• reduces unwanted wind noise at higher speeds.

The element is intended for installation in place of the factory cover, using the original mounting points. This allows service work to be carried out in an orderly manner, without the need to modify the mirror structure.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The part is offered as used, which allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original BMW specification. Choosing such a solution is particularly beneficial for local body damage, where it is crucial to combine reasonable cost with maintaining the factory look and geometry of the element.

A used mirror cover with preserved Le Mans Blau Metallic paint can significantly shorten repair time – in many cases, it eliminates the need for full repainting, which is important both from a cost perspective and in terms of vehicle downtime.

Expanding mirror zone repairs in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side mirror zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, mirror glass, or mirror bases, check out the available parts in the BMW Mirror parts category.

Knowledge about used parts – when it is a good solution

When selecting used body components and mirror accessories, it is worth knowing the specifics of the dismantling parts market and the differences between original components and replacements. A broader context on the use of used premium brand components, such as Mercedes-Benz, can be found in the article: Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling. It allows for a better understanding of situations where choosing original used parts is technically justified and cost-effective.