BMW X3 E83 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Flamenco Red - 470 3412281

BMW X3 E83 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Flamenco Red in Flamenco Red Metallic is an original body component designed to replace a damaged or worn driver-side mirror cover. This product from the External Mirrors category ensures factory-fitment to the body lines and color consistency with the Flamenco Red – 470 paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0302961-FLA
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0302961
• Substitutable numbers: 51160302961, 0302961, 3412281, 51163412281
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Flamenco Red Metallic - 470
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW X3 E83

The presented mirror cover has been designed specifically for the BMW X3 E83 model and is intended for the left side of the vehicle. Thanks to a design compliant with BMW factory standards, you maintain the correct mirror geometry, proper fitment with the base, and aesthetic transitions between the door panel elements and the mirror housing.

The component is suitable for situations where only the mirror cover needs to be replaced – following parking damage, scratches, or cracks, without interfering with the adjustment mechanism or the glass.

Flamenco Red Metallic color – 470

The housing is factory-painted in the Flamenco Red Metallic – 470 shade, which allows for maintaining visual consistency of the entire body without the need for additional painting. The metallic paint provides a characteristic depth of color, blends well with the body lines of the BMW X3 E83, and emphasizes the dynamic side profile of the car.

For the user, this means faster installation – after fitting and securing, the element looks aesthetic immediately, without any additional preparatory work.

Structural characteristics and installation

The mirror cover is the outer part of the housing, whose task is to protect the internal adjustment mechanism and the mirror glass from atmospheric factors. The design is intended for installation in place of the factory cover, using the original mounting points.

In practice, the installation comes down to:

• removing the damaged mirror cover,
• checking the condition of the mechanism and the mirror glass,
• seating the new housing on the factory clips and mounts.

This configuration allows for efficient replacement of the component in workshop conditions or by an experienced user, without the need to modify the mirror's electrical installation.

Product condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The item is offered as a used part, which in practice means a favorable compromise between the purchase cost and maintaining the original BMW quality. A used mirror cover from factory dismantling is a particularly attractive solution for post-accident repairs or minor bodywork corrections, where both aesthetics and repair economy count.

By choosing an original, used housing, you gain:

• factory fitment for the BMW X3 E83 model,
• color consistency with the Flamenco Red Metallic – 470 paint,
• lower cost compared to a new component while maintaining functionality.

If you want to learn more about the advantages of buying second-hand parts and find out how to consciously choose such components, it is worth checking out the guide Used parts – Your guide to the best offers in the automotive store.

Application in the side zone of the BMW body

The left-side mirror cover is significant for driving safety and comfort – it protects the adjustment mechanism and the mirror glass, while also influencing the aerodynamics and visual consistency of the side of the body. Replacing a damaged cover restores the proper appearance of the vehicle, which is especially important when preparing the car for sale or after body and paint repairs.

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

Summary

BMW X3 E83 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Flamenco Red is a practical solution for replacing a damaged driver-side mirror cover. The original design, factory paint, and fitment for the specific model allow for an efficient, technically correct repair while maintaining aesthetics and functionality in accordance with the BMW standard.