BMW 1 Series 9 E87 Left Wing Mirror N/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

BMW 1 Series 9 E87 Left Wing Mirror N/S Black Sapphire Metallic is a factory-spec solution designed for installation on the driver's side. Thanks to its original design, it ensures proper fitment to the bodywork, maintains the BMW styling lines, and provides the correct field of view as intended by the manufacturer. This used component allows for a technically correct vehicle repair while maintaining a consistent appearance with the Black Sapphire Metallic paint finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7189851-BS9
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189851
• Substitutable numbers: 51167189851, 7189851, 51167157167, 7157167
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for the BMW 1 Series E87

The presented wing mirror has been designed specifically for the BMW 1 Series E87, taking into account the body geometry and the characteristic side profile of this model. Its placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures proper ergonomics for monitoring the surroundings, which is crucial for both driving safety and comfort when maneuvering in urban traffic.

The original mirror construction ensures compatibility with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of poor alignment with the door. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs, where restoring the original geometry of side components is key.

Black Sapphire Metallic color – visual consistency of the bodywork

The Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 paint is a characteristic, dark metallic shade used on many BMW models, valued for its understated, elegant look. Using a mirror in the same color allows you to reduce the scope of additional paintwork or eliminate it entirely if the rest of the body panels are maintained in this color.

Thanks to the factory-finished housing surface, the consistency of the paint structure with the rest of the body is preserved, which is important for both aesthetics and potential vehicle resale. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore their car to a near-factory condition without excessive costs.

Characteristics of the used wing mirror

The offered item belongs to the Wing Mirrors category and is a used component, which in practice means preserving the original BMW construction at a more favorable repair cost. This type of dismantled part is a good choice when the priority is technical installation accuracy and stylistic consistency with the rest of the vehicle.

A used wing mirror will work particularly well for repairs of older BMW 1 Series E87 models, where the availability of new components may be limited, and maintaining the factory character of the car is essential. A properly selected element allows for the restoration of full functionality of the side zone without the need to use aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

Benefits of using an original BMW mirror

Using an original mirror on the left side of the body provides a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of the factory driver's field of view geometry,
• visual consistency with the side profile of the BMW 1 Series E87,
• easier installation due to compatibility with factory mounting points,
• reduction of repair costs while maintaining the original construction.

This is a particularly beneficial solution for users who expect a technically correct repair while maintaining the characteristic look of the E87 model and the original Black Sapphire Metallic paint.

Repair expansion and additional information

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

In the case of older vehicles, where the availability of new components is limited, solutions based on dismantled parts can be particularly useful. To better plan your repair and learn about the advantages of such an approach, it is worth checking out the guide on how to use dismantled parts when components are unavailable at the dealership, which discusses the practical aspects of economical and effective vehicle restoration.