BMW 1 E81 E87 Right O/S Cover Cap Casing Mirror Wing Sparkling Graphite

The BMW 1 Series E81/E87 Right Exterior Mirror Housing Cover in Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 is an original body part designed for precise fitting onto the driver's or passenger's side mirror, depending on the market. Thanks to its factory paint shade and precise geometry, it offers a practical solution for replacing a damaged cover, maintaining the vehicle's consistent appearance and the mirror's proper aerodynamics. This is a used component from the Mirror Components group, enabling a technically sound repair without the need for unknown origin aftermarket parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0032680-SG2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0032680
• Substitutable numbers: 51160032680, 0032680, PS
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Mirror Components

Intended Use and Fitment for BMW 1 Series E81/E87

The presented cover is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, on the exterior side mirror of the BMW 1 Series E81/E87 generation. The component's design has been developed for this specific body line, ensuring a proper fit with the mirror base and adjacent body panels. Appropriately profiled edges facilitate installation and minimize the risk of gaps, vibrations, or unwanted wind noise during driving.

Color and Finish – Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22

The cover is factory finished in the Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22 shade, characteristic of many BMW 1 Series models. This metallic graphite ensures visual consistency with other body elements in this color, avoiding shade differences typical of unpainted aftermarket parts. For owners of vehicles in this paint finish, this means the possibility of replacing a damaged cover without the need for additional painting, provided the coating's condition is visually acceptable.

Functional Characteristics and Role in Mirror Construction

As a component from the Mirror Components group, this cover performs several important technical functions:

• protects the internal mirror housing and adjustment mechanism from external factors,
• contributes to the mirror's aerodynamic shape, reducing noise and air resistance,
• visually stabilizes the vehicle's side profile, maintaining its factory appearance,
• allows for proper routing of seals and any additional mirror elements.

By maintaining the original mounting geometry, the cover allows for seamless integration with the existing mirror base, which is crucial for post-accident repairs or replacement of mechanically damaged parts.

Benefits of Using an Original Used Cover

Using an original, used mirror cover in Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 is a solution that combines economic aspects with the preservation of factory part parameters. In practice, this means:

• maintaining dimensional and mounting compatibility with other mirror components,
• avoiding fitment issues typical of some aftermarket parts,
• restoring the aesthetic appeal of the right side of the body after mirror damage,
• reducing repair costs while maintaining the vehicle's original character.

This solution is particularly beneficial for localized repairs where the priority is to quickly restore the mirror's full functionality and the cohesive appearance of the vehicle's side.

BMW Mirror Components – Body Side Area Expansion and Repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body side area on your BMW and require other parts from the same group, such as housings, inserts, or additional covers, check the available parts in the BMW Mirror Components category.

More About Used Premium Parts

If you are interested in the broader context of using used components in premium cars – their cost-effectiveness, durability, and impact on service costs – it is worth reading an article describing practical examples of using original disassembled parts for Mercedes-Benz: Used Parts for Mercedes – Original Disassembled Parts.