BMW X5 E70 Auto Dip Power Fold Heated Left Wing Mirror N/S Spacegrau Space Grey

The left exterior mirror for BMW X5 E70 with electric folding, heating, and auto-dip function is a practical, factory body part designed for BMW X5 models of the E70 generation. Thanks to its finish in Spacegrau Metallic A52, the mirror harmoniously integrates with the vehicle's body line, ensuring a cohesive, aesthetic appearance and convenience in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7282723-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7282723
• Substitutable numbers: 51167282723, 7282723, 51167179643, 7179643, 51167209641, 7209641, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Functions and Purpose

The presented left exterior mirror for BMW X5 E70 is designed as a complete housing with an adjustment mechanism, intended for installation on the driver's side. Integrated heating improves visibility in rain and at low temperatures, reducing fogging and icing of the glass surface. The auto-dip function facilitates rear maneuvering by automatically adjusting the mirror's position when reversing, enhancing safety and parking precision.

Electric folding allows for quick folding of the mirror in tight parking spaces, reducing the risk of mechanical damage. This solution is particularly useful in urban traffic, where the car is often exposed to contact with other vehicles or obstacles.

Color and Visual Matching

The mirror is finished in the Spacegrau Metallic - A52 shade, characteristic of many BMW X5 E70 configurations. This allows the part to blend well with the factory body paint, eliminating the need for additional color matching. The metallic finish gives the vehicle a modern, understated character while also making it easier to maintain an aesthetic appearance in daily use.

Choosing the correct color and side of installation is crucial for maintaining the vehicle's consistent side profile. This mirror is exclusively for the left side, ensuring proper fit of the shape, mounting angle, and geometry relative to the door and pillar.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Mirror

An original mirror from the BMW Exterior Mirrors group ensures proper alignment with the doors, factory mounting points, and the vehicle's electrical system. This translates to:

• stable mounting without additional modifications,
• correct operation of electric folding and adjustment,
• seamless integration with the heating system and auto-dip function.

A part in used condition offers a sensible compromise between cost and functionality, allowing for the restoration of full mirror functionality without the need to invest in a new part.

Application in Repairs and Upgrades

The mirror is suitable for both standard replacement of a damaged part after a collision or scrape, and for upgrading the vehicle to a version equipped with electric folding and auto-dip. By retaining the factory design, existing mounting points and wiring harnesses can be utilized, simplifying workshop work and reducing repair time.

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

Additional Information and Technical Knowledge

For those interested in a broader context of used parts selection, upgrade strategies, and the impact of individual components on vehicle handling and safety, an article dedicated to the design and operation of popular models may be helpful. For this purpose, it is worth reading the material: Hot Hatch Legend: The Evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – Design Changes and VW Car Parts, which illustrates how thoughtful part replacement affects long-term vehicle usability.