BMW F20 Wing Mirror Heated Door Left N/S Outside 6 Pin Midnight Blue B38 7242703

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 Wing Mirror Heated Door Left N/S Outside 6 Pin Midnight Blue B38 is an original body component designed for precise installation on the driver's side. Thanks to its integrated heating and 6-pin electrical connector, it ensures stable operation of the adjustment system and comfortable visibility in various weather conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7242703-MBM2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242703
• Substitutable numbers: 51167242703, 7242703
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Midnight Blue Metallic - B38
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented mirror belongs to the Wing Mirrors category and is intended for installation on the left side of the body in BMW F20 series vehicles. The driver-side placement ensures a proper field of view, and the design, tailored to the specific body generation, allows for maintaining the vehicle's factory side line and stylistic consistency with other body components.

The heated mirror surface supports safe driving in rain, snow, and at low temperatures, reducing fogging and ice accumulation. The 6-pin connector used allows for the correct connection of electrical functions in accordance with the factory installation of the given BMW F20 unit.

Color and visual fit

The Midnight Blue Metallic – B38 paint is an elegant, dark shade of blue with a metallic effect, characteristic of selected BMW configurations. Using the original color tone allows for an aesthetic match of the mirror to the body without the need for additional painting (provided the vehicle has the same paint code). As a result, the component maintains a consistent look with the doors, fender, and window line, which is important both visually and for potential vehicle resale.

Technical and assembly aspects

The mirror is equipped with a harness with a 6-pin connector, which facilitates integration with the vehicle's factory electrical system. This configuration allows for:

• stable power supply for the mirror heating function,
• a secure connection to the electric adjustment system,
• maintaining compatibility with the original controls from inside the vehicle.

As a used component, it comes from vehicle dismantling, which means that the structure and geometry of the housing are in line with BMW factory standards. This allows for installation in place of a damaged mirror without the need for modifications to the mounts or electrical installation, while maintaining the correct position relative to the door and pillar.

Benefits of using an original BMW mirror

Using an original BMW F20 driver-side wing mirror ensures:

• factory fitment to the shape of the door and body line,
• color consistency with the Midnight Blue Metallic B38 paint,
• proper cooperation with the electrical system thanks to the 6-pin connector,
• retention of the heating function, essential in daily operation.

For the user, this means reducing the risk of assembly problems, maintaining original aesthetics, and ensuring comfort of vehicle use in various weather conditions.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side area of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete adjustment sets, check the available parts in the BMW Wing Mirrors category.

For drivers interested in a broader approach to vehicle operation and servicing, a guide article on selecting used electrical components may be helpful, available here: a practical guide on replacing an alternator with a used one.