BMW F20 Wing Mirror Door Left N/S Heated Outside 6 Pins

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 Wing Mirror Door Left N/S Heated Outside 6 Pins is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side of 1 Series F20 models. It is a complete, electrically operated door mirror with a heated glass function, equipped with a 6-pin connector, which ensures proper integration with the vehicle's electrical system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7242779-3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242779
• Substitutable numbers: 7242779, 51167242779
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented mirror belongs to the Wing Mirrors category and is mounted on the left side of the body, on the driver's door. The design is intended for right-hand traffic, maintaining the correct field of view geometry and ergonomics from the driver's seat.

The heated mirror surface helps maintain good visibility in rain, snow, and at low temperatures, reducing fogging and icing. The 6-pin connector allows for the transmission of control signals to the adjustment motors and the heating circuit in accordance with the factory BMW installation configuration.

Construction and technical parameters

The door mirror has been designed as an OEM component for the BMW brand, maintaining factory mounting points and the finish standard characteristic of the F20 series. The housing is matched to the body lines, and the angle of the body relative to the door ensures proper coverage of the vehicle's side and rear zones.

The internal adjustment mechanism is based on an electric drive controlled from the panel in the driver's door. The wiring and 6-pin plug used are compatible with the original harness, which facilitates installation without the need for electrical modifications. The mirror heating function is integrated with the window heating system, so it activates as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.

Condition, origin, and fitment

The item comes from dismantling and is offered as used, which allows for a favorable price-to-quality ratio while maintaining the original BMW specification. Thanks to its factory origin, the correct dimensional tolerances, fitment with the door, and compatibility with the car's electrical systems are preserved.

To ensure proper fitment, it is worth verifying compatibility with your vehicle based on the OEM part number and available interchangeable numbers, as well as the mounting side marked as left. Additionally, a visual comparison of the housing shape and the type of electrical connector may be helpful.

Benefits of using an original BMW F20 wing mirror

Using an original BMW F20 wing mirror ensures:

• a consistent look with other body components,
• proper operation of the electric adjustment and heating,
• appropriate field of view geometry on the driver's side,
• easy installation in place of the factory component without mounting adaptations.

As a result, the mirror is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged part and for post-accident repairs, where maintaining original safety and driving comfort parameters is essential.

Related categories and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete sets with electric adjustment, check the available parts in the BMW Wing Mirrors category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using second-hand components in German cars, including tuning and repair possibilities while maintaining high quality, it is worth reading the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality, which shows a practical approach to economical vehicle operation.