What is the construction and purpose of exterior mirrors and parts?

Exterior mirrors and parts are a set of components mounted on the sides of the vehicle, usually near the front doors. Their base is a housing with a mount, to which the mirror glass, insert, adjustment mechanism, and covers are attached. Depending on the version, motors, wiring, turn signals, sensors, and a folding function may also be included.

What are exterior mirrors and parts used for?

Exterior mirrors and parts are used to observe the vehicle's surroundings and improve safety during lane changes, reversing, and parking. They are also responsible for the correct setting of the driver's and passenger's field of view. Faulty glass, mechanisms, or housings can impair visibility, cause vibrations, or limit the operation of heating and adjustment.

What is the construction and function of the mirror adjustment mechanism?

The mirror adjustment mechanism is a set of components that changes the position of the mirror glass vertically and horizontally. It consists of mounting points, joints, and, in electric versions, motors and a connector. Its efficiency affects precise view setting, insert stability, and proper interaction with the housing.

How to choose an exterior mirror for a specific car version?

It is best to compare the OEM number, mounting side, and body/equipment version. In practice, the number of pins, presence of heating, electric folding, memory settings, or turn signals in the housing also matters. For pre-facelift and post-facelift cars, it is worth additionally checking the shape of the base and housing.

What symptoms indicate damage to a mirror or its parts?

The most common symptoms are lack of adjustment, non-working heating, loose housing, vibrations while driving, and cracked or dull glass. Problems with folding or the turn signal in the mirror also occur. With such symptoms, it is worth checking the insert itself, as well as the mount, wiring, and internal mechanism.

How to take care of exterior mirrors and parts after installation?

After installation, it is worth regularly cleaning the glass and housing and periodically checking the operation of the adjustment and heating. It is also good practice to check the stability of the mount and the condition of the wires when removing the door trim. If bumpers and mounting parts also interact with them in the car, an inspection after a minor collision should cover this entire area of the bodywork.

Side View Mirrors

At the Global Parts automotive store, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts, including exterior mirrors and parts for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen and others. The exterior mirrors and parts we offer undergo quality control so that you can be sure that you are receiving a top-class product.

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Mirror Insert BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 Wing Heated Glass Convex Left N/S 7285001

PLN 61.95

Free delivery: Jul 08

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Part no. 7145267-6

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 Left N/S Wing Mirror Glass Heated Wide Angle Blue

PLN 85.95

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Part no. 7191402

BMW E81 E87 E90 Wing Mirror Drive Outside Mirror Left N/S EE 7191402

PLN 46.95

Delivery: Jul 08

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Part no. 7284127

BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 Lower Housing Section Mirror Left N/S 7284127

PLN 46.95

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Part no. 7145268

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 Heated Right Mirror Glass Wide-angle O/S 34094

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 7191405

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 Wing Mirror Drive Outside Motor Right O/S 6934854

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 7232743

BMW E81 E87 LCI Wing Mirror Motor Outside Left 3 Pins SM 7232743

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 7284123

Cover Wing Mirror BMW F20 F21 F30 F31 F36 Retaining Ring Left N/S Trim 7242691

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 7285002

BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 Wing Mirror Heated Glass Convex Right O/S 7285002

PLN 237.95

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Part no. 7284124

BMW F20 F30 Retaining Ring Wing Mirror Right O/S Trim Cover 7242692

PLN 75.95

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Part no. 7170563

BMW E90 E91 E92 E93 Supporting Ring Wing Mirror Housing Left N/S 7170563

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 0032680-BS

Wing Mirror BMW E81 E82 E87 Cover Cap Right O/S Sapphire Metallic Black - 475

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 7284129

BMW F20 F21 F30 Lower Cover Cap Casing Left Mirror Wing Shadow Line 7284129

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 6919497

BMW E60 E61 E63 Drive Wing Mirror Outside Memory Motor Left Right N/O/S 5207306

PLN 237.95

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Part no. 0032681-BS

BMW E81 E87 Cover Cap Left N/S Wing Mirror Black Sapphire Metallic 475

PLN 47.95

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Part no. 7252893-1

Wing Mirror Glass BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 LCI Heated Wide Angle Left N/S 7252893

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 7157236

BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E87 E88 Supporting Ring Wing Mirror Housing Right O/S

PLN 46.95

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Part no. 7132735

BMW 1 3 Series E81 E87 E92 E93 Heated Left N/S Wing Mirror Glass Wide Angle

PLN 66.95

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Part no. 6940596

BMW 1 3 Series E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 Wing Mirror Wiring Loom Electric Heated

PLN 66.95

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Part no. 7285006

BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 Wing Mirror Heated Auto Dip Glass Right O/S

PLN 569.95

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Part no. 7740

BMW E53 Light Lamp Floor Exterior Wing Mirror Right 0007740

PLN 42.95

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Part no. 7292348

BMW 1 2 3 Series F20 F21 F22 F30 Right O/S Wing Mirror Drive Motor Adjuster

PLN 151.95

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Part no. 7220557

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 LCI Supporting Ring Wing Mirror Housing Left N/S 7220557

PLN 113.95

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Part no. 8036572

BMW E90 E91 E92 M Sport Supporting Ring Wing Mirror Housing Right O/S

PLN 75.95

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Part no. 7157235

BMW E81 E82 E87 E88 Supporting Ring Wing Mirror Housing Left N/S 7157235

PLN 85.95

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Part no. 7284126

Wing Mirror Trim BMW F20 F30 Right O/S Cover High Gloss 7284126

PLN 161.95

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Part no. 7232744

BMW E81 E87 E90 LCI Wing Mirror Adjuster Drive Motor Right O/S 7232744

PLN 46.95

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Part no. 7280772

BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 Auxiliary Turn Indicator Mirror Right O/S

PLN 132.95

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Part no. 7292745-AW

BMW F20 F30 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Alpinweiss Alpine White 300

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 3404626

BMW X3 Series E83 E83N LCI Right O/S Wing Mirror Glass Heated Wide Angle 3404626

PLN 75.95

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Part no. 7252894-1

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 LCI Heated Mirror Glass Wide Angle Right O/S

PLN 170.95

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Part no. 7220561

Wing Mirror BMW E81 E87 E90 LCI High Gloss Supporting Ring Left N/S

PLN 142.95

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Part no. 7158901

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Left N/S Wing Mirror Glass Heated Wide Angle Blue

PLN 142.95

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Part no. 7216370-BS

Wing Mirror Cover BMW F10 F11 Cap Casing Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic 475

PLN 113.95

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Part no. 0032680-TS

BMW E87 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Right O/S Titansilber Metallic - 354

PLN 46.95

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Part no. 7145267-2

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 E93 Left N/S Wing Mirror Glass Wide Angle

PLN 85.95

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Part no. 7229261-BS

Cover Wing Mirror BMW E81 E87 LCI Cap Casing Left Black Sapphire Metallic - 475

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 0032680-QB

BMW 1 Series E87 Right O/S Cover Cap Casing Wing Mirror Quarzblau Quartz Blue

PLN 47.95

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Part no. 2754913-DS

BMW Mini Cooper R55 R56 R60 Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Mirror Wing Dark Silver

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 0300238-TS1

Wing Mirror Cover BMW E60 E61 Door Left N/S Cap Casing Titansilber Silver 354

PLN 94.95

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Part no. P0036828-BS

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Right Cover Cap O/S Casing Wing Mirror Black Sapphire

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 7191398

BMW E60 E81 E87 E90 E91 E92 F10 Wing Mirror Drive Power Fold Right Left N/O/S HH

PLN 189.95

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Part no. P0032680-QB1

BMW 1 Series 1 E87 Right O/S Cover Cap Casing Wing Mirror Quarzblau Quartz Blue

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 7286049

Wing Mirror Wiring BMW F20 F21 Left N/S Exterior Mirror Cable 5 Pin 7286049

PLN 379.95

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Part no. 8054978-BLK

BMW F20 F21 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Right O/S Black 8054978

PLN 122.95

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Part no. P0032681-SG

BMW 1 Series E87 Cover Cap Casing Left Wing Mirror N/S Sparkling Graphite A22

PLN 47.95

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Part no. 7266031

Wing Mirror Ring BMW F10 F11 Supporting Trim Left N/S High Gloss Shadow Line

PLN 113.95

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Part no. 8036571-1

BMW 1 3 Series E81 E87 E90 E93 M Sport Ring Wing Mirror Left N/S High Gloss

PLN 113.95

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Part no. 7254615

Wing Mirror Glass BMW E81 E87 LCI E82 E88 E92 Left N/S Outside Heated 7254615

PLN 75.95

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Part no. 7266659

BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 Right Left N/O/S Wing Mirror Drive Motor Adjuster HC

PLN 189.95

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Part no. 0032681-BS1

BMW E81 E87 Cover Cap Left N/S Wing Mirror Black Sapphire Metallic 475 0032681

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 7337847

BMW F10 F12 LCI Mini F55 F56 Drive Wing Mirror Memory Motor 7337847

PLN 46.95

Delivery: Jul 08

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Part no. P0038344-SCH

BMW E81 E87 LCI Right O/S Cover Casing Wing Mirror Schwarz 2 Black 668

PLN 142.95

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Part no. 7292745-MG

BMW F20 F30 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Mineral Grey Metallic - B39

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 0032681-PRIM

BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E87 E88 Cover Cap Casing Left Wing Mirror Door N/S Primed

PLN 47.95

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Part no. 7216367

BMW F10 F11 Wing Mirror Ring Supporting Frame Left Outside Black 7216367

PLN 46.95

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Part no. 0032681-PTG

Wing Mirror Cover BMW E81 E87 Cap Left N/S Patagoniagruen Green A71

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 7033638

BMW E60 E61 Seal Triangle Wing Mirror Right Driver O/S Side 7033638

PLN 46.95

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Part no. 7292746-AW

Wing Mirror Cover BMW F20 F30 Cap Casing Right O/S Alpinweiss Alpine White 300

PLN 142.95

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Part no. P0032680-SG1

BMW E87 Wing Mirror Cover Right O/S Cap Casing Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22

PLN 66.95

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Part no. 0036828-AW

BMW E90 E91 LCI Right Cover Cap O/S Casing Wing Mirror Alpinweiss Alpine White

PLN 142.95

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Part no. 7129647

BMW E87 Seal Outer Wing Mirror Left N/S Seal Triangle 7129647

PLN 46.95

Delivery: Jul 08

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Part no. P0032681-SYD1

BMW 1 Series E81 E87 Cover Cap Left N/S Wing Mirror Sydneyblau Metallic Blue

PLN 47.95

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Part no. 0033793-BS4

Wing Mirror Cover BMW E92 E93 Left N/S Cap Housing Black Sapphire - 475 0033793

PLN 75.95

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Part no. 7252894-3

BMW 1 3 Series 3 E81 E87 E90 E91 LCI Right O/S Mirror Glass Wide Angle 7252894

PLN 170.95

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Part no. 3404626-1

Wing Mirror Glass BMW E83 LCI X3 Right Door O/S Heated Wide Angle 3404626

PLN 70.95

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Part no. 7284130

Wing Mirror Cover BMW F20 F21 F30 Lower Cap Casing Right Shadow Line

PLN 113.95

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Part no. P0032681-SCH1

BMW 1 Series 1 E87 Cover Cap Casing Left Wing Mirror N/S Schwarz 2 Black 668

PLN 47.95

Delivery: Jul 08

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Part no. 7145268-1

BMW 1 3 Series E81 E87 E90 E91 Right O/S Mirror Glass Wide-Angle 34094

PLN 75.95

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Part no. P0038345-SCH1

BMW 1 E81 E87N LCI Cover Cap Casing Left Wing Mirror N/S Schwarz 2 Black 668

PLN 142.95

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Part no. 7251584

BMW F10 Exterior Mirror View Glass Insert Heated Wide Angle Right O/S 7251584

PLN 237.95

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Part no. P0032680-SG

BMW E87 Right O/S Cover Cap Casing Wing Mirror Sparkling Graphite A22

PLN 47.95

Delivery: Jul 08

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Part no. 6913277

BMW E60 E61 E63 E64 Outside Wing Mirror Lamp Light Left N/S 6913277

PLN 142.95

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Part no. P0036829-SCH

BMW 3 Series E90 E91 LCI Left Cover Cap N/S Casing Wing Mirror Schwarz 2 Black

PLN 142.95

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Part no. 9447231

Wing Mirror Regulator BMW G20 G21 Actuator Drive Left Right N/O/S 9447231

PLN 85.95

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Part no. 7158902

BMW E90 E91 LCI Heated Right O/S Mirror Glass Wide Angle Blue

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 0033794-AW

Wing Mirror Cover BMW E92 E93 Right Cap O/S Casing Alpinweiss Alpine White - 300

PLN 123.95

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Part no. 7065081-2

BMW E60 E61 E63 Left N/S Wing Mirror Glass Heated Wide Angle Blue 7065081

PLN 46.95

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Part no. 2990831

BMW X1 Series E84 Window Guide Web Cover Rear Left N/S 2990831

PLN 46.95

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Part no. 0036828-MB

Wing Mirror Cover BMW E90 E91 LCI Right Cap O/S Casing Monacoblau Monaco Blue

PLN 142.95

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Part no. 0032680-MTB1

BMW E81 E87 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Right O/S Montegoblau Blue A51 0032680

PLN 46.95

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Part no. 0036828-TS1

Wing Mirror Cover BMW E90 E91 LCI Cap Casing Right O/S Titansilber Silver 354

PLN 142.95

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Part no. P0033794-MTB

BMW E92 E93 Right Cover Cap O/S Casing Wing Mirror Montego Blue 0033794

PLN 127.95

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Wing Mirror Cover BMW E87 2 Cap Casing Left N/S Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22

PLN 75.95

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Part no. 7292746-CIT

BMW F20 F21 F30 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Right O/S Citrin Black - X02

PLN 123.95

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Part no. 0038345-DSB2

BMW E81 E87 LCI Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Tiefseeblau Deep Sea Blue

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 0036829-LMB

BMW E90 E91 LCI Left Cover Cap N/S Casing Wing Mirror Le Mans Blue - 381

PLN 104.95

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Part no. 7284128

BMW F20 F21 F22 F30 Lower Housing Section Panel Mirror Right O/S 7284128

PLN 94.95

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Part no. 7232746

BMW E81 E87 E90 E91 LCI F10 Cable Electrical Exterior Right O/S Mirror

PLN 94.95

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Part no. P0032681-MTB

BMW E81 E87 Cover Cap Casing Left Wing Mirror N/S Montegoblau Blue A51

PLN 46.95

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BMW E60 E61 E63 Right O/S Wing Mirror Glass Heated Wide Angle Blue 7065082

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BMW E60 E61 E63 Right O/S Wing Mirror Glass Heated Wide Angle Blue 7065082

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PLN 42.95

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Part no. 7216370-DSB

BMW F10 F11 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Right O/S Tiefseeblau - A76 7216370

PLN 75.95

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Part no. 0032681-QB4

BMW E81 E87 Wing Mirror Cover Cap Casing Left N/S Quarzblau Blue A18 0032681

PLN 61.95

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Part no. 2152446-BS

Wing Mirror Cover BMW E60 E61 E64 LCI Cap Right O/S Black Sapphire Metallic 475

PLN 113.95

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BMW E92 E93 Left Cover Cap N/S Casing Housing Wing Mirror Black Sapphire

PLN 75.95

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BMW F10 F11 Outside Wing Mirror Drive Right O/S Power Fold Unit MDPF00228D05

PLN 61.95

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BMW E81 E87N LCI 2 Cover Cap Casing Left Wing Mirror N/S Schwarz 2 Black 668

PLN 94.95

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Wing Mirror Cover BMW E81 E87 Exterior Cap Right O/S Patagoniagruen Green A71

PLN 85.95

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BMW E81 E87 Cover Cap Right O/S Wing Mirror Black Sapphire Metallic

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Exterior mirrors and spare parts for full visibility

Precise exterior mirrors enhancing visibility and driver comfort

Exterior mirrors and parts are essential vehicle equipment components that ensure excellent visibility and increase safety while driving. They allow you to monitor the situation on the road, especially in blind spots, which helps avoid dangerous situations. In the Global Parts automotive store, you will find a wide selection of used car parts, including exterior mirrors and parts, ideal for brands such as BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Mini, and others.

What components are included in exterior mirrors and parts?

Our offer includes the following components:

Exterior mirrors – Complete mirror assemblies, which can be manual, electric, or folding, ensuring full functionality and visibility.
Mirror components – Sub-assemblies such as housings, folding mechanisms, adjustment motors, or electrical connectors.
Mirror glass – Key elements ensuring visibility, available in heated, spherical, or photochromic versions.

Construction and purpose of exterior mirrors and parts

Exterior mirrors and parts are a set of components mounted on the left or right side of the vehicle, most often near the front doors. Their task is to provide visibility of the area next to and behind the car, as well as to ensure proper integration with the electrical system and vehicle equipment. A typical set may include the housing, insert, glass, base, adjustment motor, turn signal, sensor, and wiring harness.

Comparison of exterior mirror variants and parts

Component type	Main function	What to check before purchase
Complete mirror	Provides full visibility and includes the housing, mechanism, and glass	Mounting side, number of pins, adjustment type, body version, OEM number
Mirror insert or glass	Responsible for image reflection and may support heating	Shape of the insert, mounting method, presence of a heating mat, aspherical or standard version
Housing or cover	Protects the mirror mechanism and affects the vehicle's appearance	Color, paint-ready status, attachment points, compatibility with the mirror body
Adjustment and folding mechanism	Enables mirror positioning and folding	Drive type, electrical connector, compatibility with the base and wiring

Why is it worth taking care of exterior mirrors and parts?

Damage or wear to exterior mirrors and their parts can affect driving comfort and safety. Typical symptoms of a malfunction include:

Lack of mirror adjustment – A damaged adjustment mechanism or motor may prevent the mirror position from being changed.
Cracks or scratches on the mirror glass – These limit visibility and can cause image distortion.
Loose housing – This can cause noise while driving and affect the vehicle's aerodynamics.
Heating problems – A faulty heated glass makes driving in winter conditions difficult, causing ice and fog to accumulate. At Global Parts, we offer used exterior mirrors and their parts that have undergone detailed quality tests, ensuring their durability and reliability.

Functions of exterior mirrors in daily use

Exterior mirrors are used to observe the traffic lane, the roadside, and the space behind the vehicle during reversing, lane changing, and parking. In more modern versions, they also integrate with turn signals, memory settings, heating, or electric folding. If you are looking for a sub-assembly such as an Audi A4 B8 mirror housing, it is worth comparing the OEM number, color, attachment points, and compatibility with pre-facelift or post-facelift versions.

How to choose the right exterior mirrors and parts?

When choosing exterior mirrors and parts, you should pay attention to several key aspects:

Compatibility with the vehicle model – Each mirror and its components must be consistent with the vehicle's design. At Global Parts, you will find mirrors and parts perfectly matched to BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Mini, and others.
Technical condition – Used components should be free from cracks, scratches, and other mechanical damage.
Function type – Choose mirrors with features that meet your needs, such as heating, electric adjustment, or folding.

Selection by OEM number and vehicle equipment

The mirror mechanism refers to the internal system responsible for setting the glass position and, depending on the version, folding the entire body. When selecting, it is worth checking the OEM number, mounting side, plug type, and the presence of additional equipment. When choosing an element such as a Mercedes W211 mirror insert, it is important to compare the shape of the glass, the mounting method, heating, and compatibility with the housing and base.

Why choose used exterior mirrors and parts?

Used car parts, such as mirrors, mirror components, and mirror glass, are a practical solution that allows for savings while maintaining high quality. By choosing used exterior mirrors and parts, you gain:

Lower costs – Used components are significantly cheaper than new ones but offer equally high quality.
Ecology – Recycling car parts supports environmental protection and reduces waste.
Wide selection – In our store, you will find mirrors and their parts for the most popular car brands.

Components working with exterior mirrors and parts

An exterior mirror does not work as an isolated detail but interacts with the door panel, electrical wiring, and mounting elements. When dismantling or replacing, it is often worth checking the doors, trunk lids, and tailgates, handles, mounts, and mounting parts, as well as parts for front and rear windows. Technical knowledge can also be supplemented by the article Dismantled drive axles and differentials – how to match gear ratios to driving style, which shows how to compare parts based on compatibility and application.

How to take care of exterior mirrors and parts?

To ensure exterior mirrors and their parts work reliably for a long time, it is worth following a few rules:

Regularly clean the mirror glass to ensure maximum visibility and reflection efficiency.
Check the operation of mirror adjustment and heating to avoid problems in difficult weather conditions.
Replace damaged or worn components, such as housings or mechanisms, to maintain full functionality and aesthetics.
If a replacement is needed, at Global Parts you will find suitable used auto parts that will restore full functionality to your mirrors.

FAQ

Question	Answer
What is the construction and purpose of exterior mirrors and parts?	Exterior mirrors and parts are a set of components mounted on the sides of the vehicle, usually near the front doors. Their base is a housing with a mount, to which the mirror glass, insert, adjustment mechanism, and covers are attached. Depending on the version, motors, wiring, turn signals, sensors, and a folding function may also be included.
What are exterior mirrors and parts used for?	Exterior mirrors and parts are used to observe the vehicle's surroundings and improve safety during lane changes, reversing, and parking. They are also responsible for the correct setting of the driver's and passenger's field of view. Faulty glass, mechanisms, or housings can impair visibility, cause vibrations, or limit the operation of heating and adjustment.
What is the construction and function of the mirror adjustment mechanism?	The mirror adjustment mechanism is a set of components that changes the position of the mirror glass vertically and horizontally. It consists of mounting points, joints, and, in electric versions, motors and a connector. Its efficiency affects precise view setting, insert stability, and proper interaction with the housing.
How to choose an exterior mirror for a specific car version?	It is best to compare the OEM number, mounting side, and body/equipment version. In practice, the number of pins, presence of heating, electric folding, memory settings, or turn signals in the housing also matters. For pre-facelift and post-facelift cars, it is worth additionally checking the shape of the base and housing.
What symptoms indicate damage to a mirror or its parts?	The most common symptoms are lack of adjustment, non-working heating, loose housing, vibrations while driving, and cracked or dull glass. Problems with folding or the turn signal in the mirror also occur. With such symptoms, it is worth checking the insert itself, as well as the mount, wiring, and internal mechanism.
How to take care of exterior mirrors and parts after installation?	After installation, it is worth regularly cleaning the glass and housing and periodically checking the operation of the adjustment and heating. It is also good practice to check the stability of the mount and the condition of the wires when removing the door trim. If bumpers and mounting parts also interact with them in the car, an inspection after a minor collision should cover this entire area of the bodywork.

Summary: exterior mirrors and parts at the Global Parts automotive store

Exterior mirrors and parts are key elements ensuring safety and driving comfort. By taking care of their technical condition, you can increase visibility and improve safety during road maneuvers. In the Global Parts offer, you will find used parts matched to many models and equipment versions, including solutions for BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes, Mini, and others. We invite you to contact us – we are here to help you! For more information and interesting facts, we also invite you to visit our automotive blog.

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