BMW X3 E83 LCI Door Wing Mirror Heated High Gloss Left N/S Schwarz 2 - 668

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW X3 E83 LCI Door Wing Mirror Heated High Gloss Left N/S Schwarz 2 - 668 with a heated glass insert and Schwarz 2 - 668 finish is an original body component designed for facelift models. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures a perfect fit to the bodywork, maintains the vehicle's side lines, and ensures proper integration with the vehicle's electrical system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-3450515-SCH1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3450515
• Substitutable numbers: 51163450515, 3450515, 51163448141, 3448141, 51163449863, 3449863
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Schwarz 2 - 668
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented mirror is designed for the left side of the vehicle, which is crucial for the driver's proper field of vision in the BMW X3 E83 LCI. The use of a heated insert makes it easier to maintain the clarity of the mirror surface in rain, snow, and low temperatures, improving driving safety and comfort.

The Schwarz 2 - 668 finish allows for an aesthetic match to the factory BMW paint palette without the need for additional visual modifications. The mirror's design is consistent with the LCI version's styling line, allowing the component to blend harmoniously with the bodywork.

Construction, finish, and technical parameters

The mirror belongs to the body components group in the Exterior Mirrors category, responsible for side and rear visibility. The high-gloss housing ensures consistency with the factory finish while being prepared for outdoor conditions – resistant to typical operational stresses such as temperature changes or weather factors.

The element is equipped with a heating function, which means an integrated heating system is present in the mirror insert. This solution reduces fogging and icing of the surface, which is particularly important during daily use in the autumn and winter seasons. The mirror was designed as an OEM part, which translates into a proper fit with the door, correct mounting points, and compatibility with factory electrical harnesses.

Condition, fitment, and service application

The offered item is in used condition, making it a reasonable choice for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged mirror, or restoring the car to its original specification. In practice, this allows for reduced service costs while maintaining factory geometry and functionality.

Since the mirror comes from the same construction group as the components factory-installed in the BMW X3 E83 LCI, it can be used as a direct replacement for a damaged part. The presence of the OEM number and interchangeable numbers in the technical specification facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle equipment version.

Benefits of using an original exterior mirror

• Factory fitment to the door and body lines of the BMW X3 E83 LCI.
• Heated mirror insert improving visibility in difficult weather conditions.
• Finish in Schwarz 2 - 668, consistent with the BMW paint palette.
• Can be used as a direct replacement for the factory-installed component.
• Cost savings on repairs by using a used part while maintaining OEM functionality.

Configuration expansion and selection of other components

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

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