Wing Mirror Cover BMW E90 E91 LCI Cap Casing Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 White - 300

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Wing Mirror Cover BMW E90 E91 LCI Cap Casing Left N/S Alpinweiss 3 White is an original body component from the Mirror parts group, designed for left-side installation in facelifted BMW 3 Series models. The factory Alpinweiss 3 color ensures consistency with the body paint without the need to experiment with aftermarket shade matching.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7205291-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7205291
• Substitutable numbers: 51167205291, 7205291
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Shell
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Mirror Components

Purpose and fitment for BMW E90/E91 LCI

The cover has been designed specifically for the facelifted (LCI) E90/E91 generation, ensuring a precise fit to the mirror shape, characteristic contours, and the side body line. Installing a factory component ensures proper alignment with the mirror base, seals, and turn signal, without the need for modifications or adjustments required by aftermarket alternatives. The placement on the left side of the vehicle guarantees compatibility with the geometry of the stock driver's side mirror, which is important for both aesthetics and proper airflow along the body.

Alpinweiss 3 color – consistency with factory paint

The factory Alpinweiss 3 – 300 paint is a popular, bright shade of white used in many BMW models, valued for its neutral, clean look and ease of maintenance. Using an originally painted cover reduces the risk of color tone discrepancies typical of low-quality replacements or imprecise paint matching. For the user, this means:

• a visually consistent look for the entire side of the vehicle,
• no need to experiment with shades of white,
• preservation of the characteristic BMW LCI aesthetics.

Characteristics of the original used component

The cover comes from original BMW production, which translates into the correct material thickness, stability of mounts, and compatibility with stock mirror glass. As a used part, it is a good solution for drivers who want to maintain factory quality at reasonable costs for repair or replacement of a damaged cover. Compared to many aftermarket parts, original Mirror parts ensure predictable behavior during installation, better fit to the door edges, and a lower risk of unwanted gaps or material stress.

Practical application and benefits of installation

Installation of this cover is particularly recommended in situations such as:

• mechanical damage to the mirror (parking scrapes, cracks, scratches),
• partial restoration of the left side of the body after a collision,
• restoring the car to a near-factory state after previous repairs using aftermarket parts. Using an original cover in Alpinweiss 3 helps maintain the vehicle's value and facilitates potential future resale, as the element visually fits the BMW factory standard. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side mirror area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, glass, or turn signals, check the available parts in the BMW Mirror parts category.

Additional knowledge and selection of used OEM parts

When working on the body and mirrors, it is worth paying attention to the general condition of other vehicle components, including parts exposed to vibration and corrosion. Helpful information on evaluating original used parts and the principles of their selection can be found in the article Loud exhaust operation – when is it worth replacing the muffler and other exhaust system components with original used parts?, which discusses a practical approach to using used OEM components in daily operation.