BMW 1 Series E87 Power Fold Left Wing Mirror N/S Quarzblau Metallic Quartz Blue

BMW 1 Series E87 Power Fold Left Wing Mirror N/S Quarzblau Metallic Quartz Blue in Quarzblau Metallic A18 is an original BMW body component, designed for the precise replacement of a damaged mirror. This used part from the Mirror Glass category allows you to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance and proper visibility on the driver's side, while upholding factory manufacturing standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7189869-QB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189869
• Substitutable numbers: 51167189869, 7189869, 51167157175, 7157175
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Quarzblau Metallic - A18
• Category: Mirror Glass

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series E87

The presented mirror has been designed specifically for the BMW 1 Series E87, taking into account the body geometry and driver-side visibility ergonomics. Its placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures proper blind-spot coverage and compatibility with factory mounting points.

The Quarzblau Metallic A18 color allows for an aesthetic match to bodywork in the same shade, which reduces the need for additional painting and facilitates quick replacement after a collision or operational damage.

Functionality of the power-folding mirror

The mirror is equipped with an electric folding function, which increases body protection when parking in narrow spaces and facilitates maneuvering in the city. Integration with the factory electrical system of the BMW 1 Series E87 allows for convenient operation from inside the vehicle, without the need for any wiring modifications.

Thanks to the original design, the mirror works with factory adjustment settings, ensuring a stable image while driving and appropriate mechanical rigidity at higher speeds.

Visual and material characteristics

The finish in the Quarzblau Metallic shade is consistent with the BMW paint palette, which allows for a uniform body appearance after replacing the component. The mirror surface has been designed to provide a clear view of the surroundings, and the mirror housing maintains the stylistic lines characteristic of the BMW 1 Series E87.

The used part retains its factory shape and proportions, ensuring that after installation, there are no differences in the side profile of the car or in the gaps between the mirror and the door.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Installing this mirror is particularly beneficial in the case of:

• post-accident repairs after damage to the left side of the body,
• replacing a component with a damaged folding mechanism,
• restoring a consistent appearance to a car in Quarzblau Metallic A18,
• maintaining the original equipment specification of the BMW 1 Series E87.

Choosing an original power-folding mirror allows you to maintain vehicle functionality consistent with the factory configuration, which is important both for user comfort and for the future market value of the car.

Condition and use in renovation projects

The item comes from the secondary market, which makes it an attractive solution for budget repairs, renovations, and projects aimed at reviving older BMW 1 Series E87 models. A used mirror allows you to reduce costs compared to a new component, while maintaining the original construction and installation compatibility.

If you are interested in the broader context of using used body and equipment parts in cars from the 1998–2012 model years, it is worth reading the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 era, which describes practical modernization and renovation scenarios using dismantled parts.

Related items in the BMW Mirror Glass category

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