BMW F20 Door Wing Mirror Heated High Gloss Right O/S Mineral Grau Metallic - B39

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 Door Wing Mirror Heated High Gloss Right O/S Mineral Grau Metallic is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side in right-hand drive versions. Thanks to its integrated heating function and factory paint in the Mineral Grau Metallic shade, it ensures comfort in colder conditions and a consistent, aesthetic appearance with the body line of the BMW 1 Series F20. It is a practical solution for users looking for a part that complies with factory specifications and styling.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7242780-MG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242780
• Substitutable numbers: 7242780, 51167242780
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Mineral Grau Metallic - B39
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Technical characteristics and intended use

The presented mirror belongs to the External mirrors category and is dedicated to the right side of the BMW 1 Series F20 vehicle. The design intended for exterior mounting ensures a proper field of view and stable attachment to the door, consistent with factory mounting points. The heating function applied to the mirror glass helps maintain surface clarity in rain, snow, and low temperatures, which translates into better visibility and driving comfort.

Finish and Mineral Grau Metallic color

The paint in the Mineral Grau Metallic shade is a characteristic metallic gray color used in the BMW range, which blends well with both light and dark body elements. Using the factory color on the mirror housing allows for maintaining the vehicle's stylistic consistency without the need for additional painting, provided the car has the same paint code. The metallic coating gives the mirror a toned-down, modern look, emphasizing the side body line and the characteristic design of the BMW F20.

Functionality and user comfort

The right external mirror for the BMW F20 has been designed as an element ensuring stable representation of the situation in the lane next to the vehicle. The heated mirror surface reduces fogging and icing, which is particularly important when driving in autumn and winter conditions. This allows the driver to prepare the car for the road faster and maintain a clear image in the mirror while driving, which promotes safe lane-changing and overtaking maneuvers.

Benefits of using an original BMW mirror

Using an original external mirror for the BMW F20 allows for maintaining the factory fit of the shape, angle, and housing geometry relative to the door and pillar. Thanks to this:

• visual consistency with other body elements is maintained,
• installation is based on factory mounting points,
• the correct position of the mirror relative to the driver is maintained,
• it is easier to maintain color consistency with the Mineral Grau Metallic paint.

This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged mirror after a collision or during the gradual restoration of the side part of the body.

Practical application and vehicle integration

The discussed external mirror is intended for installation on the right side of the vehicle, which is especially important in right-hand drive cars, where this mirror plays a key role in observing traffic in the adjacent lane. The mirror's construction was developed with integration in mind with factory electrical harnesses responsible for powering the heating function, which facilitates connection in a vehicle equipped with this option. Choosing an original element from this group allows for reducing the risk of problems with the fit of the housing shape and glass geometry.

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, inserts, or complete sets with mounts, check the available parts in the BMW External mirrors category.

For those interested in a broader context of selecting original components and differences in construction between model generations, an article describing the comparison of classic and modern solutions in the Mini brand may be helpful – more information can be found in the material on construction differences and the selection of original MINI parts.