BMW 1 E81 E87 Right O/S Cover Cap Casing Mirror Wing Karmesinrot Crimson Red

BMW E81 87 Mirror Housing Cover Right is an original part from the Exterior Mirrors group, designed for the right side of the body. Finished in Karmesinrot - A61, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged cover, maintaining the factory body line and proper fit to the mirror's construction.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: P0032680-KAR
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0032680
• Substitutable numbers: 51160032680, 0032680, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Karmesinrot - A61
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Intended Use and BMW Fitment

The presented mirror housing cover has been specifically designed for the BMW E81/E87 series, ensuring correct geometry, fit with the mirror body, and compatibility with factory mountings. Its placement on the right side of the vehicle allows for precise replacement of the part without interfering with the door structure or the mirror's electrical system.

The Karmesinrot - A61 color scheme allows for maintaining visual consistency of the bodywork, limiting the need for additional painting work or its scope. This makes the cover well-suited for both post-accident repairs and the replacement of worn-out operational elements in the vehicle's side area.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

The mirror housing cover serves a protective function for the adjustment mechanism and the mirror glass, shielding them from external factors such as water, dirt, or minor mechanical damage. The design, tailored for BMW, allows for stable mounting to the mirror body, which reduces vibrations and ensures the proper operation of the entire assembly.

The part comes from the Exterior Mirrors group, meaning its shape and profile are consistent with the factory body aerodynamics. Proper edge shaping helps reduce air noise at higher speeds and ensures correct water drainage from the mirror surface.

Part Condition and Service Application

The cover is a used part, making it a cost-effective solution for service repairs where functionality and cost control are important. This type of part is well-suited for:

• replacing a damaged housing after a collision or parking scrape,
• restoring the completeness of the right mirror after disassembly or theft,
• body and paint repairs in the right side area of the vehicle.

By maintaining its original geometry, the cover allows for installation using factory mounting points, which simplifies workshop work and reduces the time needed for part fitting.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Mirror Cover

Using an original mirror cover on a BMW E81/E87 translates into several significant operational benefits:

• maintaining the factory appearance of the right side of the body,
• proper fit with the mirror mechanism and glass,
• stable mounting that reduces vibrations and noise,
• color consistency with Karmesinrot - A61 paint.

For users who want to better understand the relationship between body components and driving comfort and maneuvering precision, a helpful guide on the steering system and related components can be found in the article Steering System and Power Steering – How It Works and What Fails?.

Expanding Mirror Repairs in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side and mirror area on your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as glass, complete housings, or mirror turn signals, check the available parts in the BMW Exterior Mirrors category.