BMW F20 Wing Mirror Heated Door Left N/S Outside Black Sapphire Metallic 475

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 Wing Mirror Heated Door Left N/S Outside Black Sapphire Metallic in Black Sapphire Metallic 475 is an original body part designed for installation on the driver's side. Thanks to its factory design and integrated heating function, it ensures safe visibility and a consistent look with the body line of the BMW 1 Series F20.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7242703-BS3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242703
• Substitutable numbers: 7242703, 51167242703
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function of the mirror

The presented BMW F20 Wing Mirror Heated Door Left N/S Outside Black Sapphire Metallic has been designed as a body component mounted on the left side of the vehicle. The heated mirror surface helps maintain clarity in rain, snow, and at low temperatures, which improves driving safety in everyday road conditions.

The Black Sapphire Metallic 475 color allows for visual consistency with the factory paint, reducing the need for additional painting when replacing a damaged mirror with an original part in the same shade.

Construction and fitment for the BMW F20

The mirror belongs to the Wing Mirrors category, which means it is structurally adapted for outdoor use – both in terms of aerodynamics and resistance to atmospheric factors. The housing geometry and the angle of the mirror glass are optimized for the specifics of the BMW F20, which facilitates proper assessment of the situation in the adjacent lane and in the blind spot.

The placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures the correct field of view for the driver, and the factory mounts allow for installation in place of the original mirror without the need for structural modifications.

Heating and ease of use

The integrated mirror heating supports rapid evaporation of moisture and the removal of a thin layer of ice from the glass surface. Thanks to this, the driver gains:

• better visibility in autumn and winter conditions,
• shorter vehicle preparation time for driving,
• a stable field of view in changing weather conditions.

The heated mirror works with the vehicle's electrical system, which allows for convenient control of the heating function from the cabin, in accordance with the factory configuration of the BMW F20.

Condition and service application

The item comes from the used original BMW parts group, which means it retains its factory geometry, proper fitment with the door, and compliance with the body's stylistic line. This is a practical solution when replacing a mirror after a collision, parking damage, or operational wear.

Thanks to the preservation of the original design, the mirror will work well both in post-accident repairs and in restoring the full functionality of the vehicle as part of standard body and paint service.

Integration with other BMW mirrors

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

Additional information and technical advice

When selecting a mirror, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the mounting side, the presence of heating, and the paint color to limit additional service work. For cars from model years similar to the F20 generation, the use of original, used body components allows for maintaining the stylistic and functional consistency of the entire vehicle.

If you are interested in a broader context of using used components when refreshing older models, practical tips can be found in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years, which discusses modernization scenarios using original parts from dismantling.