Wing Mirror BMW F30 F31 Heated Auto Dip Left N/S Havanna Metallic A17 7245137

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Wing Mirror BMW F30 F31 Heated Auto Dip Left N/S Havanna Metallic A17 is an original body component designed for 3 Series models, equipped with heating and auto-dip functionality for reversing. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures precise fitment to the body lines and a consistent appearance with other bodywork elements. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for professional repairs or replacing a damaged driver-side mirror.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7245137-HAV
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7245137
• Substitutable numbers: 7245137, 51167245137, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Havanna Metallic - A17
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Mirror functions and purpose

The presented mirror is designed for the left side of the vehicle, which is crucial for correct installation and operation of the adjustment mechanism. Integrated heating improves visibility in rain and at low temperatures, reducing fogging and icing of the glass surface. The auto-dip function assists with parking maneuvers – when the reverse gear is engaged, the mirror automatically tilts, making it easier to observe the curb and parking space lines. As an item from the Wing Mirrors category, the mirror is responsible not only for comfort but also for driving safety, providing the driver with a stable field of view in the side and rear zones of the vehicle.

Color and visual fitment

The paint in the Havanna Metallic – A17 shade is an elegant, metallic color used factory-standard on the BMW 3 Series F30/F31, which harmoniously blends with the body lines and chrome details. Using the original shade allows you to reduce or completely eliminate the need for repainting, provided the car has the same paint code. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, where both time and the visual consistency of the entire side of the vehicle are important. Thanks to the factory finish, the housing surface retains the structure and gloss characteristic of BMW, which makes it easier to maintain a uniform look of the car after replacing the component.

Benefits of using an original mirror

Choosing a used, original wing mirror for the BMW F30/F31 offers a number of practical advantages:

• preservation of factory geometry and mounting stability in the door,
• proper integration with the vehicle's electrical system,
• consistent appearance with other body elements in the same color,
• optimal performance of heating and auto-dip functions after correct connection. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where it is important to combine functionality with cost control, without sacrificing the quality typical of OEM parts.

Using used parts in BMW restoration

For restoration and modernization projects, especially for cars from model years similar to the F30/F31, used body components allow you to preserve the original character of the vehicle. If you want to better understand how to practically use second-hand components when refreshing youngtimer class cars, check out the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years, where you will find practical modernization scenarios and answers to the most frequently asked questions. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body area of your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete adjustment sets, check out the available parts in the BMW Wing Mirrors category.