BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Right Wing Mirror O/S Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Right Wing Mirror O/S Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side for right-hand drive (RHD) versions. Thanks to its factory finish in Sparkling Graphite Metallic, it ensures a seamless look with the vehicle's paintwork and maintains the characteristic styling of the BMW 3 Series. This is a practical solution for replacing a damaged mirror or restoring the full functionality of the vehicle's side zone.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7189948-SG3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189948
• Substitutable numbers: 51167161540, 7161540, 51167189948, 7189948
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91

The presented wing mirror has been designed specifically for the BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation models, which translates into a precise fit to the body lines and correct compatibility with factory door mounts. The positioning on the right side of the vehicle ensures compliance with the design of right-hand drive versions, and the appropriate housing geometry provides the driver with the correct field of view.

Thanks to the use of an original design, the mirror retains factory proportions, shape, and the characteristic aerodynamic profile, which reduces wind noise and supports acoustic comfort inside the car.

Color and body finish

The mirror housing is finished in Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22 paint, characteristic of many BMW 3 Series configurations. This color choice allows for aesthetic integration with the bodywork without the need for additional painting, provided the car has the same paint code. The metallic coating gives the vehicle an elegant, understated look while emphasizing the dynamic side line of the body.

Replacing the mirror with a component in the same color is a quick way to restore the vehicle's consistent appearance after a collision or mechanical damage, without interfering with the structure of the door or fender.

Technical and functional characteristics

As a component from the Wing Mirrors category, the product is responsible for proper side and rear visibility, which has a direct impact on driving safety in urban traffic and on the road. The mirror construction is prepared for installation at factory mounting points, which facilitates workshop work and shortens repair time.

The mirror, as a used part, represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original build quality. This allows for an economical restoration of the vehicle's side zone while maintaining compliance with BMW's factory standards.

Condition, application, and benefits of installation

The used component is a good choice for post-accident repairs, spot bodywork renovations, and restoring full mirror functionality after mechanical damage. Installing a properly selected right-side mirror allows for the restoration of:

• the correct field of view for blind spots and adjacent lanes,
• a consistent appearance of the side body section,
• proper aerodynamics in the A-pillar and door area.

For workshops and private users, this means faster repair completion without the need to fit replacements of uncertain origin.

Related categories and technical materials

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, glass inserts, or complete sets with mounts, check out the available parts in the BMW Wing Mirrors category.

If you are interested in a broader context of how the steering system works, its cooperation with body components, and practical service tips, it is worth reading the article Steering system and power steering – how it works and what fails?, which discusses, among other things, diagnostics and examples of using used parts.