BMW F20 Door Wing Mirror Heated Auto Dip Left N/S Outside Glacier Silber - A83

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F20 Door Wing Mirror Heated Auto Dip Left N/S Outside Glacier Silber - A83 is an original body component designed for 1 Series models, equipped with heating and automatic dipping functions for reversing. Thanks to its factory finish in Glacier Silber Metallic, it ensures a consistent look with the bodywork and maintains the BMW styling line. This is a solution for users who expect precise fitment, correct operation of adjustment systems, and an aesthetic vehicle appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7242747-GSB1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7242747
• Substitutable numbers: 7242747, 51167242747
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Standard Mirror Assembly
• Color: Glacier Silber Metallic - A83
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and functions of the mirror

The presented mirror is designed for the left side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory configuration of the BMW F20. The integrated mirror glass heating system supports visibility in low temperatures and high humidity, reducing fogging and frost accumulation. The automatic dipping function when engaging reverse gear facilitates maneuvering, improving control over the curb line and the area near the vehicle.

Exterior appearance and color matching

The mirror housing is finished in Glacier Silber Metallic - A83, which allows for consistency with the factory body paint in this shade. The metallic coating provides the characteristic BMW shine and blends well with the side line of the 1 Series body. Thanks to the use of original mounting geometry, the mirror maintains proper fitment with the door, without unnatural gaps or stress.

Technical parameters and vehicle integration

The mirror belongs to the Exterior Mirrors category and has been designed as a component that works with the factory adjustment systems in the BMW F20. The design provides for electric control of the glass position and integration with the heating installation. The auto dip function requires a correct connection to the vehicle's control module, which allows for the automatic tilting of the mirror during reversing in accordance with the driver's settings.

Condition of the component and service application

The offered component is used, which makes it a practical choice for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged mirror, or restoring full functionality to the side zone of the vehicle without the need to reach for a new part. This type of part will work well both in routine repairs and in the service of fleet vehicles, where a reasonable cost is important while maintaining the original specification.

Benefits of installing an original BMW F20 mirror

Using an original exterior mirror ensures:

• factory fitment to the door and body line of the BMW F20,
• proper cooperation with the electrical installation and heating system,
• preservation of the automatic dipping function when reversing,
• color consistency with the Glacier Silber Metallic A83 paint.

Thanks to this, the vehicle regains full functionality in the area of side visibility, and the driver benefits from solutions provided by the manufacturer without compromises in terms of ergonomics.

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 adjustment sets, check the available parts in the BMW Exterior Mirrors category.

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