BMW 3 E90 E91 Heated Right O/S Door Wing Mirror Black Sapphire Metallic 475

BMW 3 E90 E91 Heated Right O/S Door Wing Mirror Black Sapphire Metallic is a factory body component designed for precise installation on the driver's side in right-hand drive versions. Thanks to the use of original BMW construction, it ensures proper fitment to the body lines, stable mounting, and compatibility with factory mounting points. The heated mirror surface improves visibility in difficult weather conditions, increasing safety during daily operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7189948-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189948
• Substitutable numbers: 51167189948, 7189948, 51167161540, 7161540, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91

The presented mirror has been designed specifically for the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation models, which translates into proper alignment with the doors, seals, and trim strips. Positioning on the right side of the vehicle guarantees compliance with the factory body geometry, and the appropriately selected mirror angle facilitates observation of the blind spot and the vehicle's surroundings.

By maintaining the original housing shape, the mirror does not disrupt the car's aerodynamics, and its design is consistent with the lines of the hood, A-pillar, and door contours. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where not only functionality counts but also aesthetic consistency with the factory BMW look.

Heating and functional utility

The built-in mirror heating function significantly improves driving comfort in rain, snow, and at low temperatures. Upon activating the rear window heating system or the dedicated circuit, the mirror quickly dissipates moisture and frost from the glass surface, which reduces the need for manual cleaning and increases safety when starting off in difficult conditions.

The stable body construction ensures appropriate rigidity at higher speeds, reducing image vibration in the mirror. As a result, the driver receives a clear view of the situation behind the vehicle, which is important both in city traffic and on highways.

Black Sapphire Metallic – 475 finish

The mirror housing is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. Metallic black blends well with both light and dark body shades, and with proper surface preparation, it allows for aesthetic matching to the vehicle's factory paint.

Such a finish is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged mirror on cars already painted in this color – it limits the scope of additional paint work and speeds up the process of restoring the vehicle to full visual condition.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered mirror belongs to the group of used BMW body parts, which means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear. This type of component is a good choice for economic repairs, where maintaining original construction and compatibility is important while simultaneously reducing costs.

For installation, standard service procedures are recommended: checking mounts, electrical connectors, and correctly adjusting the mirror after installation. A properly installed element restores full functionality to the vehicle's side zone, ensuring proper visibility and compliance with the manufacturer's factory specifications.

Repair expansion and additional materials

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

For users interested in a wider range of service work on BMWs, including optimizing repair costs while maintaining original components, the article describing common faults and repairs using dismantled parts may be helpful – more information can be found in the material on the BMW N47 timing chain and the use of original used parts.