BMW E60 LCI Wing Mirror Base Carrier M Sport Left N/S Heated Auto Dip

BMW E60 LCI Wing Mirror Base Carrier M Sport Left N/S Heated Auto Dip is an original body component designed for precise installation on the driver's side door. The construction is based on the factory BMW standard, ensuring proper mirror guidance, stability at higher speeds, and correct integration with the electric adjustment and heating system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7189655-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189655
• Substitutable numbers: 51167189655, 7189655, 51167168399, 7168399, Heated, Shadowline
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The mirror base has been designed specifically for the M Sport version of the BMW 5 Series E60 LCI (post-facelift), for the left side. It is responsible for the rigid connection of the mirror to the door panel, transferring aerodynamic loads, and maintaining the correct viewing angle. Integrated guides and mounting points allow for the installation of a mirror glass with electric adjustment, heating, and an automatic tilt-down function when reversing.

The component works with the vehicle's electrical system, providing stable support for the adjustment mechanism and wiring harness. This ensures full functionality of the exterior mirror in terms of driving comfort and safety.

Finish and color matching

The base is finished in Spacegrau Metallic - A52, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. This facilitates aesthetic integration with the door and other body elements in this color, reducing or simplifying the need for additional paint work. The metallic shade harmonizes well with the M Sport styling line, emphasizing a cohesive look for the side of the vehicle.

Precise fitting of the edges and contact surfaces with the door minimizes the risk of wind noise and leaks, which translates into acoustic comfort inside the cabin.

Compatibility and technical features

The offered mirror base belongs to the Exterior Mirrors category and is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The design provides for integration with a mirror equipped with heating and an automatic tilt function, which is particularly useful during maneuvering and reverse parking.

Original BMW origin means maintaining factory mounting points, geometry, and compatibility with factory wiring and equipment. The product has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle configuration in manufacturer catalogs or parts selection systems.

Condition, application, and benefits of installation

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair or replacement of a damaged mirror base while maintaining original build quality. It is suitable for both post-accident repairs and replacing worn components in daily-driven vehicles.

Replacing a damaged base with an original component of this type allows you to:

• restore proper mounting of the driver's side mirror,
• maintain the correct operation of heating and automatic tilt,
• keep a consistent body appearance in Spacegrau Metallic,
• minimize the risk of mirror vibration and unwanted noise.

Additional information and related products

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, mirror glass, or turn signals, check the available parts in the BMW Exterior Mirrors category.

If you are working on refreshing an older 5 Series model and want to better plan the use of used body components and equipment, the article describing practical scenarios for upgrading youngtimers may be helpful – you can find it here: The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years.