BMW E87 Right Side Wing Mirror 5 Pins O/S Black Sapphire Metallic 475

BMW E87 Right Side Wing Mirror 5 Pins O/S Black Sapphire Metallic in Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original body component designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. This is a used component from the Wing Mirrors group, ensuring factory fitment, correct geometry, and visual consistency with the body line of the BMW 1 Series E87.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7189852-BS4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189852
• Substitutable numbers: 51167189852, 7189852, 51167157168, 7157168
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for the BMW E87

The presented mirror has been designed specifically as a right-side body component for the BMW 1 Series E87, which ensures the correct position relative to the door pillar, the driver's field of vision, and factory mounting points. As a result, installation is straightforward, without the need for structural modifications or adjustments to the mounts.

The mirror housing is factory-integrated with the base and prepared for connection to the vehicle's electrical system, equipped with a five-pin wiring harness. This solution allows for the maintenance of functionality intended by the manufacturer while preserving the original appearance of the side of the vehicle.

Color and finish Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 color is a characteristic, dark metallic BMW paint that blends well with the body line of the 1 Series E87. Using the original shade reduces the scope of potential paint work and facilitates visual matching to the vehicle's existing paint coating.

The metallic structure of the paint ensures consistency with the factory finish, which is important both for post-accident repairs and when replacing a damaged mirror to restore the vehicle's aesthetics. Choosing the original color minimizes the risk of shade differences visible at the junction of body elements.

Functionality and 5-pin connector

The mirror is equipped with a harness featuring a five-pin connector, which indicates advanced electrical functionality compared to simpler versions. This configuration allows for the support of several functions within a single module, while maintaining compatibility with the electrical system intended for the specific BMW E87 equipment variant.

The layout of the wires and the design of the connector comply with BMW factory standards, which facilitates connection to the existing vehicle installation without the need for interference with the electrical harness. This solution promotes the reliability of the mirror adjustment system and reduces the risk of installation errors.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used item, the mirror comes from vehicle dismantling and is an original BMW component, which translates into proper fitment with the door, seals, and side body line. This type of part is a good choice for repairs where the priority is to maintain factory geometry and compatibility with other body elements.

Choosing an original mirror from the secondary market often allows for cost savings compared to purchasing a new replacement, while maintaining the vehicle manufacturer's quality standards. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs, where both functionality and visual consistency with the rest of the body are important.

Application in the side zone of the BMW body

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

For drivers considering wider use of original components from the secondary market, a guide describing the advantages of using factory-used sub-assemblies instead of refurbished ones may also be helpful – a detailed discussion of this approach can be found in the article Manual transmission failures – why an original used part is a more sensible choice than regeneration, which well illustrates the general benefits of such a service strategy.