BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E88 Left Heated Wing Mirror N/S Bluewater Metallic 896

BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E88 Left Heated Wing Mirror N/S Bluewater Metallic is an original body component designed for a precise fit on the driver's side. The heated mirror surface and factory Bluewater Metallic – 896 paint finish ensure functionality and a consistent look with the rest of the bodywork. This is a solution for users who expect robust construction and compliance with BMW factory standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7268307-WB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7268307
• Substitutable numbers: 51167268307, 7268307, 51167208163, 7208163, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series

The presented mirror is designed for BMW 1 Series E81, E82, and E88 models, intended for the left side of the vehicle. The construction based on OEM solutions allows for maintaining factory geometry, the correct viewing angle, and compatibility with door mounts.

The driver-side placement facilitates installation without the need to interfere with the door structure, and the properly selected housing ensures stable seating of the mirror glass and adjustment mechanism.

Functionality of the heated mirror

The heated mirror glass improves driving safety in rain, snow, and low-temperature conditions. The heating system accelerates the evaporation of moisture and the removal of frost, which reduces the need for manual cleaning and allows for maintaining good visibility in a shorter time.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial in daily vehicle operation, when the car is often used in changing weather conditions and the driver expects stable visibility in the side mirrors.

Exterior appearance and Bluewater Metallic – 896 color

The mirror housing is finished in the Bluewater Metallic – 896 shade, characteristic of selected BMW 1 Series configurations. Thanks to this, the element harmoniously fits into the body line without the need for additional painting, while maintaining consistency with the factory color palette.

The metallic paint coating emphasizes the shape of the mirror while helping to maintain a consistent vehicle appearance after repair or replacement of a damaged element. This is a practical solution for accident repairs and restoring body aesthetics.

Construction and installation

The mirror belongs to the Wing mirrors group, which means its construction is adapted to work in external conditions – exposure to water, temperature changes, and vibrations. The housing and mounts are designed to ensure stability while driving and appropriate rigidity of the entire assembly.

The element is intended for installation in place of the factory mirror on the left side, using original mounting points. This facilitates workshop work or DIY replacement, reducing the time required for fitting and adjustment.

Characteristics of the used part

As a used part, the mirror represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining BMW factory specifications. It allows for the restoration of full functionality of the side visibility zone without the need to invest in a new element, while maintaining the original construction and color.

This type of solution is often chosen for accident repairs, visual corrections, and when preparing a car for further use, where the priority is compliance with factory solutions and predictable behavior while driving.

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, mirror glasses, or complete assemblies with adjustment, check the available parts in the BMW Wing mirrors category.

More information on the diagnostics of drivetrain components, part selection, and practical aspects of using used components can be found in the article Clutch and dual-mass flywheel – diagnostics and selection of drivetrain parts, which helps to better plan vehicle repairs and upgrades as a whole.