BMW 3 E92 E93 LCI Left Cover Cap N/S Casing Housing Wing Mirror Bluewater 896

BMW 3 E92 E93 LCI Left Cover Cap N/S Casing Housing Wing Mirror Bluewater in Bluewater Metallic is an original body component designed for the facelifted 3 Series models. Thanks to the factory paint finish in the Bluewater Metallic - 896 shade, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged cover without interfering with the mirror structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7229265-WB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7229265
• Substitutable numbers: 51167229265, 7229265, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Mirror Components

Purpose and fitment

The presented cover is part of the Mirror components group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle in BMW 3 Series E92 and E93 LCI versions. The housing design is prepared to work with the factory mirror frame, which facilitates installation and ensures proper alignment with the body lines and other door components.

The original BMW origin guarantees the maintenance of correct geometry, stable mounting to the mirror carrier, and compatibility with standard mirror glass and turn signals, if present in the specific vehicle configuration.

Color and visual aspect

The factory Bluewater Metallic - 896 paint is a distinctive metallic shade used by BMW, which complements the coupe and cabrio lines of the 3 Series well. Using an originally painted cover allows you to reduce or completely eliminate the need for repainting, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

By maintaining the appropriate structure and gloss of the paint coating, the element creates a cohesive look with the rest of the body panels after installation, which is important for both accident repairs and cosmetic vehicle refreshing.

Technical characteristics and installation

The mirror housing cover is designed as a replacement part, mounted on the factory mirror frame on the left side. The design includes appropriate clips and guides, which allow for the removal of the damaged cover and the installation of this unit without modifying the mirror body or the door.

As a used item, the product comes from dismantling and is intended for users who want to maintain the original BMW specification while optimizing repair costs. This solution is particularly beneficial for local damage, such as parking scrapes or housing cracks.

Practical application and benefits

Using an original mirror cover in Bluewater Metallic allows you to:

• restore the cohesive appearance of the side body after mirror damage,
• maintain factory fitment and the contact line with seals and the side window,
• limit the scope of paint work thanks to color compatibility with the BMW palette,
• maintain compliance with the original vehicle specification, which is important for future resale.

This solution works well for both accident repairs and replacing an element for aesthetic reasons, such as when the existing housing is scratched or heavily worn.

BMW mirror components – expansion and completion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side mirror area in your BMW and need other items from the same group, such as housings, mirror glass, or turn signals, check out the available parts in the BMW mirror components category.

Used body parts and repair economy

Choosing a used, original mirror cover is a reasonable compromise between quality and repair cost. For premium brands such as BMW or Mercedes-Benz, using parts from dismantling allows for significant cost savings while maintaining factory mounting and visual parameters. You can find more about the advantages of using used components in premium cars in the article Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling, the conclusions of which can also be applied to BMW service practices.