Wing Mirror Door BMW E60 LCI Heated Left N/S Platingrau Platinum Grey A68

Wing Mirror Door BMW E60 LCI Heated Left N/S Platingrau Platinum Grey is an original body component designed for facelift models. The heated mirror surface and factory finish in Platingrau Metallic - A68 allow for an aesthetic and functional replacement of a damaged mirror without compromising on fitment. This is a solution for users who expect consistency with the BMW styling line and the preservation of factory functionality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7189573-PG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189573
• Substitutable numbers: 51167189573, 7189573, 51167174747, 7174747, E60 LCI, E61 LCI, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Platingrau Metallic - A68
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW E60 LCI / E61 LCI

The presented mirror belongs to the Wing Mirrors category and is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle in facelifted BMW 5 Series sedan and estate models. The construction, based on the manufacturer's solutions, ensures proper alignment with the door, correct adjustment geometry, and compatibility with factory mounting points and the electrical system responsible for heating.

Positioning on the driver's side allows for full control over the situation in the adjacent lane, and the use of the original housing geometry and mirror glass supports a correct field of view in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications.

Functionality of the heated mirror

The heated mirror surface is an essential element that improves driving safety in rain, snow, and low temperatures. The integrated heating system:

• accelerates the evaporation of moisture from the glass surface,
• reduces the accumulation of frost and ice,
• improves image clarity in the mirror during difficult weather conditions.

Thanks to this, the driver gains stable visibility in the side zone, which is important when changing lanes, maneuvering in parking lots, and driving in urban and extra-urban traffic.

Platingrau Metallic A68 finish

The mirror housing is finished in Platingrau Metallic - A68, used factory-standard in selected BMW 5 Series configurations. The metallic grey paint harmonizes with the body line, creating a visually cohesive set with other body components. In practice, this allows for the replacement of a damaged mirror without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the same color code.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs and localized bodywork corrections, where both the time required to return the car to service and the preservation of a uniform paint coating are important.

Product characteristics and service application

The mirror is a used part, which in practice means the possibility of an economical repair while maintaining the original BMW construction. Such components are often chosen by professional body and paint shops as well as by conscious users who prefer parts from dismantling over replacements with uncertain fitment.

In a service context, the mirror can be used both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for the reconstruction of the side body section after a collision. Maintaining the factory shape and mounting points facilitates installation and limits the need for additional modifications.

Upgrade expansion – BMW Wing Mirrors

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

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