Wing Mirror Cover BMW E60 E61 Left N/S Cap Casing Housing Orient Blue - 317

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Wing Mirror Cover BMW E60 E61 Left N/S Cap Casing Housing Orient Blue is an original body component designed for precise installation on the factory mirror frame. This used housing ensures a proper fit to the body lines, maintaining the factory geometry and the characteristic look of the BMW 5 Series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0300238-OB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0300238
• Substitutable numbers: 0300238, 51160300238
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function of the component

The presented mirror housing is designed for the left side of the vehicle, which is crucial for correct installation and alignment with the door and pillar. The component serves a protective function for the mirror glass and adjustment mechanism, while also providing an aesthetic finish to the side of the vehicle body.

The cover is part of the Wing mirrors group, ensuring compatibility with the factory design and styling line of the BMW 5 Series E60/E61. The precise shape fit reduces air turbulence around the mirror and helps maintain image stability while driving.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Orient Blue allows for a seamless match with body paint of the same color or serves as a good base for potential repainting in a different shade. The metallic paint structure provides the characteristic depth and gloss typical of factory BMW finishes.

Using an original mirror housing makes it easier to maintain a uniform styling line of the vehicle – the edges, radii, and contours are consistent with the manufacturer's design, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs or replacing individual body components.

Installation characteristics

The housing has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific generation of the BMW 5 Series, which translates into predictable installation on the factory mirror frame. The design allows for the use of existing mounting points without the need for modifications or adjusting non-original clips.

The used nature of the part means that the component comes from dismantling, which in practice often translates into good dimensional compatibility with factory equipment and the possibility of economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original specification.

Practical application and benefits

The use of this mirror cover is particularly beneficial in situations where the outer part of the mirror has been damaged, while its mechanism and glass remain functional. This allows for limiting the scope of repair to replacing the housing itself, which is a technically sound and economically advantageous solution.

• Restoration of the factory look of the side body section.
• Protection of the adjustment mechanism and mirror glass from external factors.
• Possibility of installation without interfering with the mirror's electrical system.

Component in the BMW Wing mirrors system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as mirror glass, complete mirror bodies, or mirror turn signals, check the available parts in the BMW Wing mirrors category.

Summary

The left mirror cover for the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 in Orient Blue is a practical solution for users who want to restore a consistent body appearance and maintain the vehicle's original specification. The used, original component from the Wing mirrors group allows for a technically correct repair without the need to replace the entire mirror assembly.