What is the construction and purpose of wing mirrors?

Wing mirrors are elements mounted on the sides of the vehicle, usually near the front doors or at the base of the pillar. A typical assembly consists of a housing, mirror glass, mounting base, adjustment mechanism, and wires or a connector in electric versions. Their primary task is to provide the driver with visibility to the sides and behind the vehicle. Mounting side, color, and compatibility with the equipment version are also important when selecting.

What are wing mirrors used for?

Wing mirrors are used to observe the vehicle's surroundings while driving, changing lanes, reversing, and parking. They help reduce blind spots and make it easier to judge the distance from other vehicles or obstacles. Depending on the version, they can also improve comfort thanks to heating, electric adjustment, or folding. Their efficiency affects both safety and the driver's daily convenience.

What role does the mirror adjustment mechanism play?

The mirror adjustment mechanism is a system that allows the glass to be set at the correct angle relative to the driver's position. It can operate manually or electrically and works with the mirror glass, housing, and door wiring. Proper operation of this mechanism allows for a full field of view without vibrations and without the need for manual adjustment while driving. The mechanism version must be compatible with the mirror type and car equipment.

How to choose a wing mirror for a specific car?

It is best to compare the OEM part number, interchangeable numbers, mounting side, and body version. It is also worth checking the housing color, connector type, number of pins, and the presence of features such as heating, folding, or turn signals. For pre-facelift and facelift cars, visual and electrical differences may be important for correct installation.

What symptoms indicate the need to replace a mirror or its elements?

The most common symptoms are cracked glass, loose housing, vibrations while driving, faulty adjustment, and lack of heating. Damage to the turn signal in the mirror or broken clips after a parking collision also occur. In many cases, you can replace only a selected element, provided the rest of the assembly remains compatible and functional.

What should be paid attention to when installing a used wing mirror?

Before installation, it is worth comparing the mounting points, housing condition, completeness of the wiring, and compatibility of the electrical plug. You should also check if the mirror fits correctly to the door and if all intended functions work after connection. After installation, it is good to immediately set the field of view and check the stability of the entire assembly.

Mirror Assemblies

At the Global Parts automotive store, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts, including exterior mirrors for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen and others. The exterior mirrors we offer undergo quality control so that you can be sure that you are receiving a top-class product.

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Audi RS3 8V Wing Mirror Motor Drive Adjustment Memory Actuator Unit 8T0959578A

£32.95

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Part no. 4F0857535AE

Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Mirror Glass Wing Mirror Insert Left N/S Heated 4F0857535AE

£13.95

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Audi A6 C6 Front Left N/S Exterior Mirror Adjusting Engine Motor 8T0959577

£23.95

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Part no. 8J0959577B

Audi TT 8J Wing Mirror Motor Drive Electric Left Right N/O/S 8J0959577B

£37.95

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Part no. 8J0857535D

Audi TT 8J Mirror Wing Glass Left N/S Door 8J0857535D

£23.95

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Part no. RHD-8K2857409AF-PHB

Audi A4 B8 Door Left N/S Mirror Wing Electric Phantom Black - LZ9Y 8K2857409AF

£37.95

Free delivery: Jul 06

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Part no. RHD-8K2857410AF-PHB1

Audi A4 B8 Door Right O/S Mirror Wing Electric Phantom Black - LZ9Y 8K2857410AF

£37.95

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Part no. 8T0959578

Audi A3 8V Front Left Exterior Mirror Actuator Adjusting Engine 8T0959578

£23.95

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Part no. 8K0949102A

Audi A6 C6 Door Wing Mirror Indicator Front Right O/S 8K0949102A

£18.95

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Part no. RHD-8K2857409AF-BBL

Audi A4 B8 Door Mirror Wing Electric Left N/S Brilliant Black Y9B 8K2857409AF

£32.95

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Part no. RHD-8P2858531EB-ALU

Audi A3 8P Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Outside Aluminium Finish 8P2858531EB

£70.95

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Part no. RHD-8Y2857410B-BBL

Audi A3 S3 8Y Front Right Mirror Wing Power Fold Memory Dip Brilliant Black Y9B

£161.95

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Part no. RHD-8V2857409F-MYB

Audi A3 8V Door Wing Mirror Front Left N/S Mythical Black - Y9T 8V2857409F

£94.95

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Part no. RHD-8T2857410AF-MGW

Audi A5 8T Door Wing Mirror Right O/S Glacier White Pearl - S9R 8T2857410AF

£47.95

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Part no. RHD-8P2858531GB-ALU

Audi A3 8P Electric Wing Mirror Left N/S Door Aluminium 8P2858531GB

£47.95

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Part no. RHD-4K2857410E-MYB

Audi A6 C8 Wing Mirror Door Right O/S Outside 4K2857410E Mythical Black - Y9T

£417.95

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Part no. RHD-8W2857410F-MAGR

Audi A4 B9 Wing Mirror Heated Indicator Trim Right O/S Manhattan Grey - X7L

£118.95

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Part no. 4E0959577B

Audi A4 B7 Wing Mirror Motor Drive Adjustment Actuator Unit 4E0959577B

£23.95

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Part no. RHD-8X2857409S-BBL

Audi A1 8X Left N/S Electrical Mirror Wing Heated Brilliant Black Metallic - Y9B

£42.95

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Part no. RHD-8T2857409AJ-ALU

Wing Mirror Audi A5 S5 8T Power Aluminium Finish Left N/S 8T2857409AJ

£113.95

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Part no. RHD-8T2857410D-PHB

Audi A5 8T Door Wing Side Mirror Right O/S Phantom Black - Z9Y 8T2857410D

£37.95

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Part no. RHD-8P2858531L-LAG

Audi A3 8P Wing Mirror Electric Outside Door Left N/S Lava Grey Pearl - Z7L

£113.95

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Part no. RHD-8T2857409AF-BLK

Audi A5 8T Front Mirror Wing Door Electric Left N/S Black 8T2857409AF

£51.95

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Part no. RHD-8W2857409-DGR

Audi A4 B9 Wing Mirror Outside Heated Left N/S Door Daytona Grey - Z7S

£113.95

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Part no. RHD-8K2857410AF-BBL

Audi A4 B8 Door Side Electric Mirror Right O/S Black Brilliant Metallic - Y9B

£37.95

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Part no. RHD-8P7858532E-MGR

Audi A3 8P Wing Mirror Door Electric Right O/S Meteor Grey - Z7H 8P7858532E

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Audi A3 8P Wing Mirror Door Left N/S Outside Phantom Black-Z9Y 8P2858531EC

£56.95

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Part no. RHD-8E2858531AA-PHB

Audi A4 B7 Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Outside Phantom Black Z9Y 8E2858531AA

£18.95

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Part no. RHD-8P2858531EB-BBL

Audi A3 8P Door Wing Mirror Glass Left N/S Brilliant Black Metallic - Y9B

£66.95

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Part no. RHD-8K2857409D-PHB

Audi A4 B8 Door Wing Mirror Electric Heated Phantom Black - Z9Y Left N/S

£56.95

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Wing Mirror Base Audi A5 S5 8T Left N/S Carrier 8T2857409AJ

£47.95

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Audi Q2 GA Wing Mirror Motor Drive Adjustment Memory Actuator Unit 81A959578

£28.95

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Audi A4 B8 Door Left N/S Mirror Wing Electric Lava Grey Pearl Effect - Z7L

£37.95

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Part no. RHD-8V2857410G-MYB

Audi A3 8V Electric Mirror Wing Right O/S Door Mythical Black Y9T 8V2857410G

£132.95

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Audi A4 B8 Door Left N/S Mirror Wing Electric Foil Silver - Z7G 8K2857409AF

£37.95

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Audi A1 8X Wing Mirror Door Left N/S 8X2857409S

£42.95

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Audi A5 8T Door Wing Mirror Electric Left N/S Scuba Blue - X5Q 8T8857409J

£37.95

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Audi A5 8T Wing Mirror Left N/S Door Trim Cover White Pearl S9R 8F0857527

£28.95

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Part no. RHD-8P2858531EB-PHB

Audi A3 8P Wing Mirror Electric Outside Door Left N/S Phantom Black - Z9Y

£42.95

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Part no. 8T0857527D-PHB1

Audi A4 B8 Door Left N/S Mirror Wing Electric Phantom Black - LZ9Y 8T0857527D

£18.95

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Part no. RHD-8K2857409G-ALU

Audi A4 S4 B8 Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Memory Electric Aluminium Cover

£142.95

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Audi A4 S4 B8 Door Wing Mirror Right O/S Memory Electric Aluminium Cover

£142.95

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Audi A6 C6 Mirror Wing View Right O/S Door Light Silver Metallic Y7W 4F2858532J

£28.95

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Part no. RHD-8T2857410D-TOP

Audi A5 S5 8T Door Wing Mirror Electric Heated Front Right O/S Topaz Blue - X5U

£56.95

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Part no. RHD-8N0857528-BLK

Audi TT Mk1 8N Door Wing Mirror Right O/S Heated Black 8N0857528

£23.95

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Part no. RHD-4G8858532G-MGW

Audi A7 4G Door Wing Mirror Heated Right O/S Glacier White - S9R 4G8858532G

£142.95

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Part no. RHD-8T2857409AJ-JGR

Audi A5 8T Wing Mirror View Electric Left N/S 8T2857409AJ Java Green - Y6W

£142.95

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Part no. RHD-8T2857410AJ-JGR

Audi A5 8T Wing Mirror View Electric Right O/S 8T2857410AJ Java Green - Y6W

£142.95

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Part no. RHD-8W6857410AK-MYB

Audi A5 F5 Coupe Door Mirror Wing Right O/S Mythical Black - Y9T 8W6857410AK

£232.95

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Part no. 8N0823301-MOR

Audi TT 8N Bonnet Hood Hinge Left N/S Moro Blue Pearl Effect - Z5J 8N0823301

£13.95

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Part no. RHD-4G8858531AN-MYB1

Audi A7 4G Wing Mirror Electric Heated Right O/S Mythical Black-Y9T 4G8858532AN

£180.95

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Part no. RHD-8T2857409G

Audi A5 S5 8T Side View Wing Mirror Base Power Fold Memory Left N/S 8T2857409G

£28.95

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Part no. RHD-8F2857410AD-BRR

Audi A5 8F Side Electric Wing Mirror Right O/S Brilliant Red - Y3J 8F2857410AD

£51.95

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Part no. RHD-8V2857409F-BLK

Audi A3 8V Front Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Black - Z9Y 8V2857409F

£85.95

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Part no. RHD-8P2858531G

Audi A3 8P Door Wing Mirror Left Right N/O/S Carbon 8P2858531G 8P2858532G

£142.95

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Part no. RHD-4F2858531P-ALU

Audi S6 C6 Coupe Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Aluminium 4F2858531P

£94.95

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Part no. RHD-8X2857410K-DGR

Audi A1 8X Wing Mirror Right O/S Door Electric Daytona Grey - Z7S 8X2857410K

£80.95

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Part no. 8J0837637A

Audi TT 8J Front Door Interior Triangle Trim Cover Left N/S Black 8j0837637A

£13.95

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Part no. RHD-4G8858532AN-TOG

Audi A7 4G8 Door Wing Mirror Electric Right O/S Tornado Grey Metallic - X7P

£170.95

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Part no. 4F0858706B

Audi A6 C6 Wing Mirror Right O/S Interior Door Trim Corner Trim Cover 4F0858706B

£13.95

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Part no. 4F0858705B

Audi A6 C6 Wing Mirror Left N/S Interior Door Trim Corner Trim Cover 4F0858705B

£13.95

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Part no. 4F0857535AH

Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Mirror Glass Wing Mirror Insert Left N/S Heated 4F0857535AH

£13.95

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Part no. RHD-8X2857409K-SCB

Audi A1 8X Wing Mirror Electric Outside Door Left N/S Scuba Blue Metallic - X5Q

£56.95

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Part no. RHD-8V2857410F-DGR1

Audi A3 8V Door Wing Mirror Electric Right O/S Outside Daytona Grey Pearl - Z7S

£75.95

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Part no. RHD-8T2857410G-BLK

Audi A5 S5 8T Wing Mirror Power Fold Auto Dip Right O/S Black

£75.95

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Part no. RHD-4F2857409A-QGR

Audi A6 C6 Wing Side View Mirror Front Right O/S Quartz Grey Metallic - Y7G

£66.95

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Part no. RHD-8E0857507B-ASI

Audi A3 8P Outside Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Akoya Silver - Y7H 8E2858531AA

£37.95

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Part no. RHD-8X2857409S-KARBON

Audi A1 8X Sportback Electric Wing Mirror Door Left N/S Carbon Fiber 8X2857409S

£142.95

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Part no. RHD-8X2857410R

Audi A1 8X Wing Mirror Door Right O/S 8X2857410R

£56.95

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Audi A4 B7 Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Outside Light Silver Metallic - LY7W

£28.95

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Part no. RHD-8F2857410AG-IWH

Audi A5 S5 8F Side Wing Mirror Electric Adjustment Right O/S Ibis White - Y9C

£47.95

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Part no. RHD-8X2857410R-KARBON

Audi A1 8X Sportback Electric Wing Mirror Door Right O/S Carbon Fiber 8X2857410R

£142.95

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Part no. RHD-8K2857409AJ-FSI

Audi A4 B8 Wing Mirror Electric Adjustment Left N/S Foil Silver Metallic - Z7G

£85.95

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Part no. RHD-8F2857409AD-BRR

Audi A5 8T Electric Wing Mirror Left N/S Brilliant Red - Y3J 8F2857409AD

£47.95

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Part no. RHD-8P2858532L-LAG

Audi A3 8P Wing Mirror Electric Outside Door Right O/S Lava Grey Pearl - Z7L

£113.95

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Audi A5 S5 8T Door Wing Mirror Front Right O/S Ocean Blue Pearl Effect - Z5A

£56.95

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Audi A5 8T Front Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Ocean Blue Pearl Effect - Z5A

£56.95

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Part no. RHD-4L2857409AH-MUB

Audi Q7 4L Door Wing Mirror Side View Electric Left N/S Mugello Blue - Z5E

£94.95

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Part no. RHD-8H2858532F-GAR

Audi A4 B7 Door Wing Mirror Electric Right O/S 8H2858532F Garnet Red Pearl - Z3F

£75.95

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Part no. RHD-8H2858531E-BBL

Audi A4 B7 Door Wing Mirror Outside Left N/S Brilliant Black Metallic - Y9B

£32.95

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Part no. RHD-8K2857410F-BBL

Audi A4 B8 Door Mirror Wing Power Fold Right O/S Brilliant Black LZ9Y 8K2857410F

£123.95

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Part no. RHD-8K2857410AF-VRE

Audi A4 B8 Mirror Wing Electric Adjuster Right O/S Volcano Red - Y3M 8K2857410AF

£37.95

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Part no. 8T0857528D-BLK

Audi A4 B8 Mirror Wing Door Cap Cover Trim Right O/S Black 8T0857528D

£18.95

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Audi A4 B7 Door Wing Mirror Outside Left N/S Light Silver Metallic - Y7W

£23.95

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Audi A4 B8 Mirror Wing Electric Adjuster Left N/S Volcano Red - Y3M 8K2857409AF

£37.95

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Audi A4 B7 Cabrio Door Wing Mirror Outside Left N/S Garnet Red Pearl - Z3F

£51.95

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Part no. RHD-8J0857501A-ALU

Audi TT Mk2 8J Door Side Wing Mirror Left N/S Aluminium Casing 8J0857501A

£142.95

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Audi A4 B8 Door Mirror Wing Base Electric Right O/S Phantom Black-LZ9Y

£18.95

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Part no. RHD-8T8857410K-SEB

Audi A5 8T Door Wing Mirror Heated Electric Auto Dip Right O/S Sepang Blue - Y5Q

£75.95

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Part no. RHD-4L2857409CK-DBL

Audi Q7 4L Door Wing Mirror Heated Electric Power Fold Left N/S Deep Black - C9X

£275.95

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Audi A5 8T Wing Mirror Electric Left N/S 8T2857409AH Ibis White - Y9C

£56.95

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Part no. RHD-8W8857409Q-DGR

Audi A5 F5 Wing Door Mirror Side View Left N/S Daytona Grey Pearl Effect - Z7S

£189.95

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Part no. RHD-8J0857501A-PHB

Audi TT Mk2 8J Door Wing Mirror Left N/S Phantom Black - Z9Y 8J0857501A

£123.95

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Part no. RHD-8W6857410AM-ALU

Audi A5 S5 F5 Coupe Door Wing Mirror Front Right O/S Aluminium 8W6857410AM

£379.95

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Part no. RHD-8N0857528-AVS

Audi TT 8N Door Wing Mirror Right O/S Avus Silver Pearl - Y7J 8N0857528

£37.95

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Audi A4 B8 Wing Mirror Frame Left N/S Electric Adjuster Base 8K2857409AF

£18.95

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Audi Q7 4L Outer Wing Mirror Heated Right O/S Daytona Grey Pearl Effect - Z7S

£47.95

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Audi A4 B8 Door Left N/S Mirror Wing Electric 8K2857409AF Monsoon Grey - X7R

£37.95

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Part no. RHD-8K2857409AF-ALU

Audi RS4 B8 Door Left N/S Mirror Wing Electric Aluminium Coated 8K2857409AF

£94.95

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Compatible side mirrors for various vehicle models

Universal side mirrors compatible with various car models

Wing mirrors are essential components of every vehicle, providing the driver with a wide view of the surroundings, which improves safety during maneuvering and driving. Modern wing mirrors not only serve practical functions but also influence the vehicle's aesthetics, often including additional features such as heating, electric folding, or built-in turn signals. In the Global Parts automotive store, you will find a wide selection of used car parts, including wing mirrors, perfectly matched to brands such as BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Mini, and others.

What functions do wing mirrors perform?

Wing mirrors are crucial for driving safety and comfort:

Ensuring visibility – They allow for monitoring the vehicle's surroundings, especially when changing lanes, reversing, and parking.
Blind spot protection – With proper adjustment, they reduce the area invisible to the driver.
Vehicle aesthetics – Modern mirrors enhance the car's design and give it a contemporary look.
Additional features – Many mirrors are equipped with heating, electric control, built-in turn signals, or temperature sensors.

Construction and purpose of wing mirrors

Wing mirrors are assemblies mounted on the left and right sides of the body, most often near the front doors or the mounting triangle. A wing mirror usually consists of a housing, mirror glass, base, adjustment mechanism, and an electrical connector if the variant supports heating, folding, or turn signals. This component is responsible for both visibility and proper fitment to the vehicle's equipment version. In practice, color, placement on the vehicle, and compatibility of mounting points are also important.

Comparison of wing mirror variants

Variant	Construction	Functions	What to check before purchase
Manual	Housing, glass, simple adjustment mechanism	Basic observation of vehicle surroundings	Mounting side, mounting type, body version compatibility
Electrically adjustable	Housing, glass, adjustment motor, wiring harness	Convenient position setting from the cabin	OEM number, connector type, number of pins, vehicle equipment
With heating and additional features	Base element supplemented with a heating mat, turn signal, or folding	Better visibility in winter and wider functionality	Presence of features, housing color, pre-facelift/facelift version, interchangeable numbers

Why should you take care of wing mirrors?

Damaged or worn wing mirrors can affect driving safety and the vehicle's appearance. Typical problems include:

Cracks and scratches – These can limit visibility and reduce the vehicle's aesthetics.
Adjustment mechanism issues – They make it difficult to adjust the mirror position to the driver's needs.
Lack of heating – It hinders the removal of frost and steam in winter conditions.
Loose mounting – It can cause mirror vibrations while driving, limiting its functionality. If a replacement is needed, at Global Parts you will find suitable used parts that will restore the full functionality of your vehicle.

Utility functions and cooperating elements

The mirror adjustment mechanism is used to set the correct viewing angle relative to the driver's position. In more advanced versions, it works with heating glass, a folding motor, and the door wiring, so when selecting, it is worth comparing not only the housing but also the plug type and equipment. If you are looking for a component such as a left mirror for BMW X5 E53, it will be crucial to check the mounting side, OEM number, and compatibility of electrical functions. Separately available mirror components can also be helpful in repairs.

How to choose the right wing mirrors?

When choosing wing mirrors, you should pay attention to several key aspects:

Vehicle model fitment – In Global Parts, you will find wing mirrors perfectly matched to BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Mini, and others.
Technical condition – Used mirrors should be free from cracks, scratches, and other mechanical damage.
Additional features – Ensure that the mirrors are equipped with features compatible with your vehicle, such as heating, turn signals, or electric folding.
Color and finish – Choose mirrors that match the color and style of your car's body.

Selection by OEM number, version, and equipment

The OEM number is the manufacturer's designation that allows you to compare part compatibility with a specific car version. When choosing a mirror, it is worth checking the OEM part number, interchangeable numbers, placement on the vehicle, color, and whether the car has heating, electric folding, or a turn signal in the housing. For parts such as a Ford Fiesta MK7 mirror housing, you should compare the housing shape, type of clips, and compatibility with the pre-facelift or facelift version. If only the glass needs replacing, mirror glass is also a practical solution.

Why choose used wing mirrors?

Used car parts, such as used wing mirrors, are an economical solution that allows for savings while maintaining high quality. By choosing used body parts, you gain:

Lower costs – Used mirrors are significantly cheaper than new ones but offer equally high quality.
Ecology – Recycling parts supports environmental protection and reduces waste.
Wide offer – In our store, you will find used wing mirrors for the most popular car brands.

Installation practice and assessment of part condition

The mirror housing refers to the external cover of the assembly, which protects the mechanism and affects the appearance of the entire element. Its condition should be assessed for cracks, mounts, signs of repair, and color compatibility with the body. When choosing an element like a BMW E60 mirror frame, it is important to check the clips, fitment lines, and whether the part works with the correct glass and housing. Additional tips on matching equipment and used parts can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.

How to take care of wing mirrors?

To ensure wing mirrors work reliably and look aesthetic, it is worth following a few rules:

Regular cleaning – Use soft cloths and cleaning agents to avoid scratches.
Adjustment mechanism check – Check if the mechanism works smoothly and without resistance.
Lubricating moving parts – For mechanical mirrors, regularly lubricate the adjustment elements.
Repair on time – Replace damaged elements, such as mirror glass or housings, to avoid further problems.

FAQ

Question	Answer
What is the construction and purpose of wing mirrors?	Wing mirrors are elements mounted on the sides of the vehicle, usually near the front doors or at the base of the pillar. A typical assembly consists of a housing, mirror glass, mounting base, adjustment mechanism, and wires or a connector in electric versions. Their primary task is to provide the driver with visibility to the sides and behind the vehicle. Mounting side, color, and compatibility with the equipment version are also important when selecting.
What are wing mirrors used for?	Wing mirrors are used to observe the vehicle's surroundings while driving, changing lanes, reversing, and parking. They help reduce blind spots and make it easier to judge the distance from other vehicles or obstacles. Depending on the version, they can also improve comfort thanks to heating, electric adjustment, or folding. Their efficiency affects both safety and the driver's daily convenience.
What role does the mirror adjustment mechanism play?	The mirror adjustment mechanism is a system that allows the glass to be set at the correct angle relative to the driver's position. It can operate manually or electrically and works with the mirror glass, housing, and door wiring. Proper operation of this mechanism allows for a full field of view without vibrations and without the need for manual adjustment while driving. The mechanism version must be compatible with the mirror type and car equipment.
How to choose a wing mirror for a specific car?	It is best to compare the OEM part number, interchangeable numbers, mounting side, and body version. It is also worth checking the housing color, connector type, number of pins, and the presence of features such as heating, folding, or turn signals. For pre-facelift and facelift cars, visual and electrical differences may be important for correct installation.
What symptoms indicate the need to replace a mirror or its elements?	The most common symptoms are cracked glass, loose housing, vibrations while driving, faulty adjustment, and lack of heating. Damage to the turn signal in the mirror or broken clips after a parking collision also occur. In many cases, you can replace only a selected element, provided the rest of the assembly remains compatible and functional.
What should be paid attention to when installing a used wing mirror?	Before installation, it is worth comparing the mounting points, housing condition, completeness of the wiring, and compatibility of the electrical plug. You should also check if the mirror fits correctly to the door and if all intended functions work after connection. After installation, it is good to immediately set the field of view and check the stability of the entire assembly.

Summary: wing mirrors in the Global Parts automotive store

Wing mirrors are essential elements that affect the safety, functionality, and appearance of the vehicle. In the Global Parts offer, you will find used parts matched to many car versions, including brands such as BMW, Mercedes, Audi, and others. When choosing, it is worth comparing the OEM number, mounting location, electrical equipment, and visual condition of the element to maintain compatibility with the specific car version. We invite you to contact us – we are here to help you! For more information and interesting facts, we also invite you to our automotive blog.

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