Description
BMW 3 Series E92/E93 M‑Sport Left Exterior Mirror in Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22 is an original body part designed for the 3 Series coupe and convertible models with the M‑Sport package. This used, factory component ensures a proper fit to the vehicle’s body lines, maintaining the car’s cohesive appearance and the correct functionality of the heating feature.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 7176185-SG
- Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 7176185
- Substitutable numbers: 51167176185, 7176185
- Location on the vehicle: Left
- Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22
- Category: Mirror Assemblies
Intended Use and Compatibility
The presented mirror is designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle in BMW 3 Series E92 and E93 models equipped with the M‑Sport package. The construction, based on factory BMW solutions, guarantees correct geometry, stable mounting, and proper integration with the vehicle’s electrical system.
Thanks to the use of the original M‑Sport housing, the mirror preserves the sporty character of the body, and the appropriately selected angle of the mirror housing ensures good visibility in typical road conditions.
Technical Features and Functions
The component is equipped with a heated mirror glass function, which improves driving safety in low temperatures, during rain, and fog. The heating system works with the vehicle’s factory controls, allowing for quick removal of steam and frost from the glass surface.
The mirror has been designed as an integral part of the BMW body system, maintaining appropriate rigidity of the arm and housing, which reduces vibrations at higher speeds. The shape of the housing promotes proper water drainage and reduces air noise.
Color and Visual Matching
The mirror housing is finished in Sparkling Graphite Metallic – A22, characteristic of the BMW palette. This allows the part to blend well with the factory body paint in this shade, reducing the need for additional painting or allowing it to be postponed.
Choosing the correct color helps maintain the vehicle’s stylistic consistency, which is particularly important for M‑Sport versions where body details have a distinctly sporty character.
Condition and Benefits of Using a Used Part
The mirror comes from the used parts segment, allowing for economical vehicle repair while maintaining original BMW manufacturing quality. Choosing this solution is beneficial for both workshops and individual users who expect a factory fit without the need to resort to aftermarket replacements of unknown origin.
The original construction ensures proper fit with the doors, correct operation of the adjustment mechanisms, and compatibility with factory wiring harnesses, which facilitates installation and reduces service time.
Assistance with Selection and Additional Information
If you have doubts about compatibility with a specific equipment version or model year, it is advisable to verify the fitment using the OEM number or interchangeable part numbers in the BMW service documentation or parts catalogs. This approach minimizes the risk of purchasing an incorrect part and facilitates repair planning.
If you need more extensive guidance on how to safely purchase body parts from the aftermarket, select them by catalog numbers, and verify sellers, the Global Parts guide will be helpful: Safe Online Purchase of Used Car Parts – A Step-by-Step Guide.
If you are planning a comprehensive replacement of driver’s side components or a body upgrade for your BMW, not just a single part, check the available parts in the BMW Exterior Mirrors category.
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