BMW E60 E61 LCI Wing Mirror Auto Dip Heated Right O/S Platingrau Metallic - A68

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E60 E61 LCI Wing Mirror Auto Dip Heated Right O/S Platingrau Metallic - A68 is an original body component designed for facelift models. It ensures a precise fit to the bodywork, color consistency with the paint, and full functionality of adjustment and heating, which is essential for both safety and driving comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7189674-PG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7189674
• Substitutable numbers: 51167189674, 51167168382, 7189674, 7168382
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Platingrau Metallic - A68
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Mirror purpose and functions

The presented mirror is intended for the right side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory configuration of the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 after the facelift (LCI). The integrated auto-dip function allows for automatic tilting of the mirror glass when reversing, which facilitates the observation of curbs and parking lines, reducing the risk of damage to rims and tires.

The built-in mirror glass heating improves visibility in rain, snow, and low-temperature conditions by accelerating the evaporation and defrosting of the surface. As a result, the driver gains a stable field of view, which has a direct impact on the safety of maneuvers.

Color and body fitment

The mirror is finished in the factory color Platingrau Metallic – A68, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. This means visual consistency with the bodywork in the same shade, without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the identical paint code.

The housing has been designed as an OEM component, which translates into proper fitment with the door, correct geometry, and the preservation of the car's original side line. This is particularly important in post-accident repairs, where both aesthetics and aerodynamics are prioritized.

Condition and performance characteristics

The mirror comes from the Wing Mirrors category and is a used component, making it a reasonable choice for maintenance or post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain the original specification at controlled costs. A used OEM component allows for maintaining factory build quality and compatibility with the vehicle's electrical installation.

Thanks to the preservation of the original design, installation proceeds in a manner similar to the factory standard – the mirror works with the factory adjustment controllers, memory settings, and heating system, provided such functions are present in the given vehicle.

Benefits of using an original BMW mirror

Using an original mirror with auto-dip and heating functions in a BMW E60/E61 LCI provides a number of practical benefits:

• preservation of the factory field of view geometry on the passenger side,
• integration with the reversing system and seat memory settings (if present),
• color consistency with the Platingrau Metallic – A68 paint,
• improved driving comfort in difficult weather conditions thanks to heating,
• easier diagnostics and service due to the use of an original BMW solution.

Expanding the visibility zone and related components

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

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