BMW X3 E83 Wing Mirror Shadow Line Heated Right O/S High Gloss Schwarz 3450516

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW X3 E83 Wing Mirror Shadow Line Heated Right O/S High Gloss Schwarz in Black Sapphire Metallic finish is an original body component designed for first-generation BMW X3 vehicles. The heated mirror glass and the elegant, high-quality paint finish in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 ensure functionality and a consistent look with the factory Shadow Line package.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-3450516-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3450516
• Substitutable numbers: 51163450516, 3450516, 51163449864, 3449864, 51163448142, 3448142
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 E83

The presented mirror is structurally prepared for installation on the right side of the BMW X3 E83 body. This ensures the retention of factory geometry, the correct viewing angle, and compatibility with door mounts, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the vehicle's original side profile.

The Shadow Line finish, combined with the Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint, allows for an aesthetic match for vehicles equipped with dark trim and window surrounds, without the need for additional painting of the entire housing.

Functionality of the heated mirror

The heated mirror surface increases driving safety in rain, snow, and low-temperature conditions. The heating reduces fogging and icing of the glass, improving visibility in the blind spot and during maneuvers in tight parking spaces.

Thanks to its integration with the vehicle's electrical system, the heating unit works with factory comfort systems, allowing for intuitive operation from the cabin without the need for additional switches.

Black Sapphire Metallic finish and Shadow Line

The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color is a characteristic dark metallic BMW paint that effectively masks minor dirt and highlights the body lines. Combined with the Shadow Line package, it creates a cohesive, visually understated set, particularly valued in configurations with a more dynamic character.

Such a finish for the exterior mirror allows for a uniform look across the entire right side of the vehicle after accident repairs or the replacement of a damaged component, without introducing color differences between individual panels.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered mirror comes from a vehicle and is a used part, which in practice means maintaining the original BMW specification while reducing repair costs. This type of component is particularly beneficial for comprehensive body and paint work, where both technical compliance and the economics of the entire process are important.

For BMW X3 E83 owners looking for a factory look and proper heating operation, a used exterior mirror represents a reasonable compromise between quality and budget, while maintaining the original design and purpose of the part.

Expanding the mirror zone in BMW

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