Cover Wing Mirror BMW E81 E87 LCI 2 Right O/S Casing Alpinweiss White 0038344

Cover Wing Mirror BMW E81 E87 LCI 2 Right O/S Casing Alpinweiss White is an original right-side exterior mirror housing designed for the facelifted BMW 1 Series compact models. This component, finished in Alpinweiss 3, allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged cover, maintaining the factory look of the bodywork and paint consistency.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038344-AW2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038344
• Substitutable numbers: 51160038344, 0038344, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Mirror Components

Purpose and fitment for BMW 1 Series

The presented housing belongs to the Mirror components category and is specifically designed for the right side of the vehicle in facelifted (LCI) BMW E81 and E87 models. The construction, based on the original BMW design, ensures proper fitment with the mirror base, correct body lines, and compatibility with standard mirror glass and turn signals, if present in the vehicle's specific configuration.

The original mounting points and housing geometry facilitate installation, reducing the risk of stress, rattling, or looseness during operation. As a result, the mirror maintains stability at higher speeds and during folding and unfolding.

Alpinweiss 3 color – consistency with factory paint

The housing is finished in the Alpinweiss 3 – 300 shade, used as a factory standard on many BMW 1 Series vehicles. For owners of cars in this color, this means the possibility of replacing a damaged cover without the need for immediate painting, which shortens repair time and reduces costs. At the same time, visual consistency with the rest of the body panels is maintained.

The uniform, bright paint also facilitates easier inspection of potential surface damage in the future and simpler matching during any paint touch-ups.

Functional characteristics and installation

As an item from the Mirror components group, the housing serves a protective function for the internal mirror components, such as the adjustment mechanism or electrical wiring. The rigid construction shields these parts from external factors, including minor impacts, dirt, and moisture.

The product is used, which in practice means it comes from a vehicle disassembly and has been verified for further use. This is a cost-effective solution that allows you to maintain the original BMW specification. The housing is installed using standard clips and tabs provided by the manufacturer, which facilitates the work for both professional workshops and experienced users servicing their own cars.

Benefits of using an original mirror housing

• Factory fitment to the body lines of the BMW E81/E87 LCI on the right side of the vehicle.
• Original Alpinweiss 3 color, helping to maintain the car's visual consistency.
• Compatibility with standard mirror mechanisms and glass.
• An economical solution thanks to the use of a pre-owned part with preserved functionality.
• Protection of the mirror mechanism against external factors.

Expanding the mirror zone in BMW

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

Knowledge about used parts and BMW engines

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