BMW 3 Series 2 E90 E91 LCI Heated Right Wing Mirror O/S Blue Water Metallic 896

BMW 3 Series 2 E90 E91 LCI Heated Right Wing Mirror O/S Blue Water Metallic is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side in right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles. Thanks to its factory design and precise fitment, it ensures stable mounting, correct viewing geometry, and a consistent look with the vehicle's body lines. This used OEM component allows for a cost-effective yet technically correct replacement of a damaged mirror in facelift (LCI) models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7268264-WB2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7268264
• Substitutable numbers: 51167268264, 7268264, 51167202940, 7202940
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Bluewater Metallic - 896
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 Series E90/E91 LCI

The offered mirror belongs to the Wing Mirrors category and was designed specifically for the facelifted BMW 3 Series E90/E91 generation. The construction is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the vehicle's original side profile. Its placement on the right side of the body ensures the correct field of vision for the driver in right-hand drive cars, in accordance with the manufacturer's original specifications.

Functionality of the heated mirror

The heated wing mirror improves driving safety in rain, snow, and low-temperature conditions. The integrated heating function facilitates quick evaporation and defrosting of the glass surface, which reduces the need for manual cleaning and helps maintain good visibility while driving. As a result, the driver gains more predictable blind-spot observation and a stable image in the mirror during changing weather conditions.

Bluewater Metallic – 896 color and body aesthetics

The mirror is finished in Bluewater Metallic – 896, a color characteristic of the BMW paint palette. This allows for visual consistency with the factory body paint without the need for additional painting for cars in the same shade. For users who care about the vehicle's aesthetics, this means an easier and faster replacement of a damaged part while maintaining a uniform look for the side of the bodywork.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The offered mirror is an original BMW component from the secondary market. The used part retains its factory geometry, construction, and compatibility with the vehicle's electrical system, which is crucial for post-accident repairs and restoring the car to the manufacturer's standards. Choosing an original second-hand wing mirror is a cost-effective solution that is technically consistent with the rest of the body and equipment.

Practical installation and maintenance tips

Before installation, it is worth comparing the housing shape, mounting method, and electrical connector with the currently installed mirror to confirm full compatibility. A correctly selected item from the Wing Mirrors category facilitates maintaining the proper adjustment angle, smooth regulation, and correct operation of the heating function. After installation, it is recommended to check the mirror's operation in various positions and activate the heating to verify proper functionality in workshop conditions.

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

For drivers interested in the broader context of the cost-effectiveness of using original used components instead of remanufactured ones for other subassemblies, the following article describing the practical aspects of such choices may be helpful: Manual transmission failures – why an original used part is sometimes more sensible than remanufacturing.