BMW F20 Heated Wing Mirror Auto Dip Right Door O/S Midnight Blue Metallic - B38

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 Heated Wing Mirror Auto Dip Right Door O/S Midnight Blue Metallic - B38 in Midnight Blue Metallic – B38 is an original body component designed for the driver's side door (offside). This used component from the Wing Mirrors range ensures a factory fit, maintaining stylistic and functional consistency with the other body elements of the BMW 1 Series F20.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7242748-MBM
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242748
• Substitutable numbers: 7242748, 51167242748
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Midnight Blue Metallic - B38
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Mirror functions and purpose

The presented mirror is intended for the right side of the vehicle and has been designed specifically for the BMW F20, ensuring correct geometry, viewing angle, and stability at higher speeds. The integrated heating function helps maintain the clarity of the glass in rain, snow, and low-temperature conditions, which improves safety and comfort during daily use.

A significant advantage is the auto-dip function, which automatically tilts the mirror during reversing (depending on the vehicle configuration), making it easier to maneuver precisely in tight spaces and minimizing the risk of damage to rims and sills.

Color and visual fit

The mirror is finished in the factory color Midnight Blue Metallic – B38, characteristic of the BMW paint palette. Thanks to this, the element harmoniously blends into the body line without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the same paint code. The original metallic finish ensures consistency in shade, gloss, and coating structure with the rest of the body panels.

Such color matching is particularly important for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual body elements, where differences in shade could be visible in daylight or under workshop lighting.

Benefits of using an original BMW mirror

Choosing an original BMW F20 Heated Wing Mirror Auto Dip Right Door O/S Midnight Blue Metallic - B38 is a solution that allows you to maintain:

• factory compatibility with the vehicle's electrical system,
• proper operation of comfort and safety functions,
• consistent body appearance thanks to color and shape compliance,
• stability and mechanical resistance in accordance with the manufacturer's standards.

A used OEM element is also a reasonable compromise between quality and repair cost, especially in the case of premium cars, where maintaining original design solutions is of great importance for the vehicle's value.

Practical application and part selection

The mirror is intended for mounting on the right side of the body, in the door area, and works with the factory mirror control systems in the BMW F20. Before purchasing, it is worth verifying the compatibility of the vehicle's equipment (e.g., the presence of heating and auto-dip functions) with the offered element to ensure full utilization of the available features.

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

Why choose used originals for BMW?

Rising costs of new components and limited availability of parts for premium cars make used OEM elements an increasingly attractive alternative. In the case of the wing mirror for the BMW F20, this means maintaining factory build quality, precise fitment, and full integration with the vehicle's electronics, while simultaneously reducing repair costs.

If you want to better understand why the market is leaning towards such solutions and how to reasonably plan repairs for premium cars, it is worth reading the article Crisis in the new parts market? Why in 2026 used originals for premium cars (BMW, Mercedes, Porsche) are the hottest trend.