BMW 3 Series E90 E91 1 Heated Right Wing Mirror O/S Karmesinrot Karmesin Red

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 1 Heated Right Wing Mirror O/S Karmesinrot Karmesin Red is an original body component designed for the right side of the vehicle. This used component from the BMW exterior mirrors group allows for maintaining factory geometry, proper field of vision, and consistent body styling in the Karmesin Red shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7189948-KAR1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189948
• Substitutable numbers: 51167161540, 7161540, 51167189948, 7189948, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Application and vehicle function

The presented mirror is designed for the right side of the vehicle, which is crucial for proper installation and driving safety. The design with a heated mirror glass supports maintaining good visibility in rain, snow, and low temperatures, reducing fogging and icing of the surface.

As an original BMW part, the mirror maintains the correct housing proportions, adjustment angle, and the characteristic side line of the 3 Series E90/E91, which facilitates integration with factory mounts and the vehicle's electrical installation.

Color and visual fit

The housing is finished in the factory color Karmesinrot – A61, also known as Karmesin Red. Thanks to this, the mirror harmoniously fits into the body line without the need for additional painting, provided the same paint code is maintained. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs and spot corrections of the side bodywork.

Selecting a component in the same shade allows for minimizing tonal differences between the door, fender, and mirror, which translates into a consistent, aesthetic appearance of the car after repair.

Technical characteristics and installation

The mirror belongs to the Exterior mirrors category, which means it has been designed for resistance to weather conditions and operational loads typical for body components. The heated mirror surface works with the vehicle's electrical system, ensuring stable operation during daily driving.

The used OEM component is a good solution for users who expect factory fitment and geometry without the need to use replacements with uncertain specifications. Installation takes place in the location provided by the manufacturer, using standard mounting points and the electrical harness.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for significantly reducing repair costs while maintaining the original BMW construction. This is a practical solution for maintenance repairs, corrections after minor collisions, and restoring full functionality to the side zone of the vehicle without investing in a new subassembly.

In the case of older generations of the 3 Series E90/E91, using an original mirror from disassembly is often the only way to maintain full visual and technical compatibility with the rest of the body, especially in specific paint colors such as Karmesinrot.

Modernization expansion and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete adjustment sets, check the available parts in the BMW exterior mirrors category.

When planning repairs using components from disassembly, it is worth learning good practices for selecting and verifying such elements – the article on using parts from disassembly when repairing older models when components are unavailable at authorized service centers will be helpful, as it shows how to effectively and cost-efficiently restore full vehicle performance.