Wing Mirror BMW F10 F11 Heated Door Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Wing Mirror BMW F10 F11 Heated Door Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 is an original, heated body component designed for the passenger side door. As a part from the Wing Mirrors category, it ensures a precise fit to the bodywork, color consistency with the paint, and the functionality essential for daily vehicle operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7268238-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7268238
• Substitutable numbers: 51167268238, 7268238
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented mirror is dedicated to BMW 5 Series F10/F11 models and is mounted on the right side of the vehicle. Its placement on the passenger side provides the driver with a clear view of the situation in the adjacent lane and the blind spot, which is crucial when changing lanes, overtaking, and performing parking maneuvers. The heated working surface supports maintaining proper visibility in rain, snow, and at low temperatures, reducing fogging and frost accumulation.

Color and visual fit

The Black Sapphire Metallic - 475 paint is a characteristic, metallic shade used by BMW at the factory, ensuring the mirror integrates harmoniously with the body line and does not require additional painting if the same color code is maintained. For car owners with this color, it means a faster replacement of the component and a consistent visual effect without shade differences. In the case of restoration projects or post-accident repairs, such color matching allows for reduced vehicle downtime and costs of additional paint work.

Construction and performance properties

The heated Wing Mirror BMW F10 F11 has been designed as a component compatible with the vehicle's factory electrical installation. The appropriate geometry of the housing and the mirror glass ensures the correct field of view in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications, which translates into driving comfort and safety. The design intended for mounting on the right-side door allows for correct adjustment of the viewing angle from the driver's seat, and the integrated heating system activates according to the vehicle's control logic.

Condition of the component and service application

The offered mirror is a used component, making it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged mirror, or restoring the car to its factory state on a reasonable budget. Its original BMW origin promotes maintaining proper fitment with the door, reduces the risk of incorrect installation, and eliminates typical problems known from cheaper replacements, such as looseness or improper operation of the adjustment mechanism.

Benefits of using an original BMW mirror

Using an original wing mirror in a BMW F10/F11 allows you to maintain compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications, which is important for both safety and the car's residual value. Proper geometry, matched color, and integration with the electrical system translate into predictable vehicle behavior in traffic and daily operating comfort. This solution is particularly recommended for professional body and paint repairs as well as when preparing a car for sale or technical inspection.

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, glass inserts, or complete sets with adjustment, check the available parts in the BMW Wing Mirrors category.

For drivers interested in a broader look at the impact of body components and visibility on vehicle handling, practical information about the operation of the steering system, power steering, and related components can be found in the article Steering system and power steering – how it works and what fails?.