Wing Mirror Cover BMW E81 E87 LCI Cap Casing Left N/S Spacegrau Space Grey A52

BMW E81 E87 LCI Mirror Housing Cover Left is an original part from the Exterior Mirrors group, designed for installation on the left side of the body. Factory fitment and the Spacegrau Metallic - A52 paint finish allow for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged housing without altering the mirror's construction.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0038345-SCG1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0038345
• Substitutable numbers: 51160038345, 0038345, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Intended Use and Fitment

The presented cover is designed as a part of the left exterior mirror for BMW 1 Series E81/E87 models after the facelift (LCI). The construction, based on manufacturer solutions, ensures proper alignment with the mirror body, correct edge routing, and stable mounting during vehicle operation.

This part is suitable for users who wish to restore the factory appearance of the side body after parking damage, collisions, or natural wear and tear, while maintaining consistency with the LCI version's styling.

Color and Aesthetic Finish

The cover is finished in Spacegrau Metallic - A52, characteristic of many BMW configurations of this generation. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the original body paint, which in many cases allows for reducing or completely eliminating the need for repainting the part after installation.

Thanks to the preservation of the original surface geometry, the transition line between the mirror housing and the door and pillar remains uniform, positively impacting the visual continuity of the vehicle's side.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The cover is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, which is important in terms of both shape and mounting method. The design anticipates compatibility with the factory mirror glass, adjustment mechanism, and turn signal (if present in the specific mirror configuration), without requiring modifications to these components.

In practice, installation involves removing the damaged housing and fitting the presented part onto the existing mirror body. By adhering to basic service principles, replacement can be carried out in a workshop setting or by an experienced user, reducing vehicle downtime.

Condition and Service Application

The product comes from the secondary market, making it a cost-effective solution for users seeking an original component with a reasonable cost-to-quality ratio. Such parts are often chosen by professional body and paint shops for accident repairs, where maintaining original geometry and compatibility with other mirror parts is crucial.

Choosing an original mirror cover from this group helps reduce the risk of fitment issues, typical of universal aftermarket replacements, and facilitates maintaining the visual consistency of the entire vehicle.

Expanding Mirror Area Modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the exterior mirror area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as housings, inserts, or complete mirror assemblies, check the available parts in the BMW Exterior Mirrors category.

Additional Technical Materials

When planning more extensive service work on your vehicle, including selecting used components, advisory materials on assessing part condition and their impact on driving safety and comfort can be helpful. In this context, it is worth reading the article Stock vs. Sport Suspension – Construction Differences and Is It Worth Buying Used Suspension Parts?, which discusses practical aspects of choosing parts from the secondary market.