BMW E81 E82 E88 M Sport Heated Left Wing Mirror N/S Black Sapphire 475

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW E81 E82 E88 M Sport Heated Left Wing Mirror N/S Black Sapphire is an original body component designed for 1 Series M Sport models. Thanks to its factory design and precise fitment, it ensures a consistent look with the Shadow Line trim and proper integration with the mirror adjustment and heating system. This is an ideal solution for users who expect aesthetic finish and reliable functionality when replacing a damaged mirror.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7268315-BS
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7268315
• Substitutable numbers: 51167268315, 7268315, 51167208215, 7208215, High Gloss, Shadow Line, Glanzschwarz, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Design and fitment for BMW 1 Series M Sport

The presented mirror belongs to the Wing Mirrors category and has been specifically designed for installation on the left side of the body for BMW 1 Series E81, E82, and E88 generations with the M Sport package. This ensures the correct housing geometry, adjustment angle, and the characteristic, dynamic styling line typical of the M version.

The Shadow Line / high-gloss finish housing is consistent with factory trim strips and other black-painted elements, allowing for a uniform, sporty character of the vehicle. The mirror is an OEM component, ensuring it fits factory mounting points and works with the vehicle's original electrical wiring harness.

Heated mirror functionality

The built-in heating function improves visibility in difficult weather conditions by reducing fogging and frost accumulation on the glass surface. The heated mirror on the left side of the vehicle supports daily driving comfort, especially during the autumn-winter season and while driving in the rain.

Thanks to the use of the original design, the heating system is integrated with the mirror in a way that ensures even heat distribution, which translates into stable performance and predictable behavior during use. This is a beneficial solution in terms of both safety and vehicle ergonomics.

Black Sapphire Metallic finish – 475

The Black Sapphire Metallic paint with code 475 is a popular, elegant color used by BMW, which complements the M Sport line particularly well. Using this finish on the mirror housing allows for visual consistency with the rest of the bodywork without the need for additional painting, provided the car is the same color.

The metallic black combined with the high-gloss Shadow Line emphasizes the car's sporty character while remaining a practical solution – it masks minor dirt well and fits into the styling of modern BMW models. This is particularly important when replacing a single mirror, where the best possible visual match to the other side of the vehicle is essential.

Condition, origin, and application

The mirror is a used component sourced from dismantling, which allows for combining original build quality with a more favorable purchase cost compared to a new component. For many BMW 1 Series users, this is a sensible choice for accident repairs or replacing body parts prone to operational damage.

Due to its factory origin and intended use for a specific generation and equipment version, the mirror will work well both as a replacement for a damaged part and for restoring the car to its original M Sport specification after previous modifications.

Complementary BMW Wing Mirrors and knowledge about used parts

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

If you are interested in a broader context of using second-hand components in premium class cars and want to better understand how to safely use used parts for repairs and modifications, it is worth reading the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality, which discusses a practical approach to such solutions.