BMW E38 Wing Mirror Heated Door Left N/S Outside Alpine White - 300

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E38 Wing Mirror Heated Door Left N/S Outside Alpine White - 300 is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side. Thanks to its factory heating, it ensures better visibility in difficult weather conditions and a stable field of view of the vehicle's surroundings. This is a practical solution for drivers who expect a consistent body appearance and functionality in line with BMW standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-8266445-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8266445
• Substitutable numbers: 8266445, 51168266445, 8170511, 51168170511, 8165127, 51168165127
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function of the mirror

The presented mirror is dedicated to the BMW E38 series and is mounted on the left side of the vehicle. As an element from the Wing Mirrors group, it is responsible for the safe observation of the blind spot and the adjacent lane, which is important when changing lanes, overtaking, and performing parking maneuvers. The integrated heating function reduces fogging and frost accumulation on the glass, which facilitates the use of the car in low temperatures.

Color and visual fit

The mirror is finished in the factory color Alpine White - 300, characteristic of many BMW E38 units. Thanks to this, the element harmoniously fits into the body line without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the same paint code. This is a beneficial solution when replacing a damaged mirror, where maintaining stylistic consistency and an aesthetic appearance of the side bodywork is important.

Technical and functional characteristics

The mirror has been designed as a component compliant with factory BMW standards, which translates into proper fitment to the door and correct cooperation with the vehicle's electrical system. The design provides for:

• installation on the left side of the body,
• integrated heating of the mirror glass,
• housing matched to the door line of the BMW E38.

Thanks to this, the replacement of the element can be carried out in an orderly manner, maintaining the factory geometry and stable mounting. Proper fitment with the door reduces mirror vibration while driving and improves viewing comfort.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The offered element comes from the group of used parts, which allows for an economical repair of the vehicle while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing such a solution is beneficial both in terms of cost and reducing the environmental footprint by reusing functional components. For many BMW E38 users, this is also a way to maintain compliance with factory design solutions without the need to use replacements with uncertain fitment.

If you want to better understand how the use of original recycled parts affects car performance and the environment, it is worth reading the article Eco-tuning in practice: how to increase performance while reducing carbon footprint with recycled parts, which discusses a practical approach to conscious vehicle operation.

Comprehensive modernization of the BMW side zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as left and right housings, adjustable glass, or complete modules with mounts, check out the available parts in the BMW Wing Mirrors category.