Cover Wing Mirror BMW E81 E87 LCI Cap Casing Left N/S Schwarz 2 Black 668

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

The Cover Wing Mirror BMW E81 E87 LCI Cap Casing Left N/S Schwarz 2 Black 668 in Schwarz 2 is an original body component designed for the facelifted 1 Series models. This used, factory-original BMW part ensures a precise fit, consistent appearance with the vehicle's paintwork, and secure attachment using factory clips, facilitating easy maintenance and replacement of a damaged housing.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038345-SCH4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038345
• Substitutable numbers: 51160038345, 0038345
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Application and fitment for BMW 1 Series

The presented cover is designed for the left wing mirror of the BMW E81 and E87 LCI (facelift) versions. The design is based on factory BMW geometry, ensuring the component maintains the correct body lines, requires no modifications, and allows for installation in place of the original cover.

The cover works with the standard mirror housing, maintaining proper alignment with the base, mirror glass, and turn signal (if present in the vehicle's specific configuration). This solution is particularly beneficial for accident repairs and for replacing scratched or cracked components.

Schwarz 2 – 668 color and body aesthetics

The component is finished in the factory Schwarz 2 – 668 color, allowing for visual consistency with the vehicle's paintwork in this color reference. Consequently, in many cases, the painting process can be reduced or completely avoided, which shortens repair time and lowers costs.

The original surface finish ensures proper depth of black and compatibility with other body parts in the same color. This is particularly important for repairs where maintaining the vehicle's factory look and uniform light reflection across the entire paint surface is a priority.

Technical characteristics and installation

The cover belongs to the Wing mirrors category, meaning it is designed to withstand outdoor conditions – it is resistant to typical operational stresses such as temperature fluctuations, UV radiation, and exposure to water and road debris.

As a used, original BMW part, it retains the factory mounting geometry, which facilitates installation in workshop or service conditions. A properly selected mirror cover minimizes the risk of looseness, vibrations, and gaps between the housing and the mirror body, which is important for both durability and acoustics while driving.

Benefits of using an original mirror cover

• Factory fitment for the BMW E81/E87 LCI on the left side, with no modifications required.
• Schwarz 2 – 668 color, allowing for consistency with the original body paint.
• Time savings during repair – can be installed without additional shape adjustments.
• Better integration with the existing mirror housing compared to low-quality aftermarket replacements.
• A suitable solution for accident repairs and for replacing visually worn components.

Expanding the mirror zone in your BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the mirror zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as housings, mirror glass, or complete mirror assemblies, check out the available parts in the BMW Wing mirrors category.

How to shorten vehicle repair time

When planning body repairs and components such as wing mirrors, it is worth using a single, well-stocked warehouse of used parts to limit vehicle downtime at the workshop. If you want to learn how a wide assortment of parts effectively shortens repair time, check out the article No more waiting for weeks – how a wide assortment in one warehouse effectively shortens your car's downtime at the mechanic?.