Cheap BMW 1 Series Rear View Mirror

The BMW 1 Series ran across three generations: the E87/E81 (2004–2013), the F20/F21 (2011–2019, with a facelift around 2015), and the F40 (2019–present). Mirrors generally match within a generation, but crossing from one generation to another — for example, using an E87 mirror in an F20 — is very unlikely to work due to differences in mounting points, wiring, and glass shape. Always confirm the specific generation with the breaker against your registration before ordering.

The interior rear view mirror is unaffected by door count — whether your 1 Series is a 3-door or 5-door variant, the mirror and its mounting are the same within a given generation. You don't need to specify 3-door or 5-door when sourcing this part, though you should still confirm the generation and any trim-related features with the breaker.

The F20 facelift arrived around 2015, and while the basic mounting is broadly similar across the F20 generation (2011–2019), the facelift brought updates that can affect auto-dimming, camera integration, and wiring connectors on some mirrors. Name the generation to the breaker but confirm compatibility across that 2015 facelift boundary against your exact registration, as the breaker can check part numbers to be sure.

Trim level can matter for the rear view mirror on the BMW 1 Series, because higher trims such as M Sport and M135i are more likely to have auto-dimming mirrors, integrated cameras, or additional sensors compared to SE or Sport. The physical mounting is typically the same across trims within a generation, but specifying your trim to the breaker will help them match the correct features and wiring to your car. Don't assume a mirror from a lower-spec car will plug straight into a higher-spec one without checking.

No — the engine fitted to your BMW 1 Series makes no difference to rear view mirror fitment. What matters is the generation, trim level (which determines features like auto-dimming or camera integration), and whether the mirror has any specific options fitted to your car. Give the breaker your registration and trim details rather than your engine code when sourcing this part.

Let the breaker know your car's registration (so they can identify generation and options from the VIN), the trim level (such as SE, Sport, M Sport, M135i), and any features your existing mirror has — for instance auto-dimming, a rain sensor, or a camera. Generation is the most important fitment factor here, and the breaker can cross-reference part numbers to confirm compatibility before you commit.