Gloss Back Mirror Covers

Junebug85 · 02-20-2018, 07:36 AM

Looking at changing the mirror covers on my MG F30 to gloss black ones.

I don't want to spray or wrap the original ones and have started looking online etc...

I've thought about finding some from a scrap yard in any colour then getting them wrapped/sprayed.

However I've found these on the popular auction site...

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GLOSS-BLA...YAAOSw8-xZwUg9

Anyone know if they're good/bad, fitment issues etc?

I know they will never be as good as OEM.

Just having a look on RealOEM for the part number for the shadow edition ones too. Does anyone know this?

Cheers

Ridg · 02-20-2018, 08:29 AM

My understanding of non-oem gloss black parts isn't the fit but the plastic used, the problem being that it can chip easily and be prone to dulling once chipped.

creepy coupe · 02-20-2018, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Ridg

My understanding of non-oem gloss black parts isn't the fit but the plastic used, the problem being that it can chip easily and be prone to dulling once chipped.

No sure how they would chip easy. You can't buy black caps from BMW. They have to be retro painted at the dealers or a body shop.

The only way to get the black from BMW is to order a black car.

Op. I'm about to take delivery of a MG M240. which has they stupid looking Ferric grey mirror covers. If you fancy selling yours I could be interested. I had my last cars caps painted at a body shop with no problems

Martan · 02-20-2018, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by creepy coupe

No sure how they would chip easy. You can't buy black caps from BMW. They have to be retro painted at the dealers or a body shop.

The only way to get the black from BMW is to order a black car.

Op. I'm about to take delivery of a MG M240. which has they stupid looking Ferric grey mirror covers. If you fancy selling yours I could be interested. I had my last cars caps painted at a body shop with no problems

You must be able to buy them?

they're standard on the shadow edition.

creepy coupe · 02-21-2018, 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Martan

You must be able to buy them?

they're standard on the shadow edition.

If you go to BMW configurator the shadow edition keep the grey mirror caps.

NotGotABimmer23 · 02-21-2018, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by creepy coupe

If you go to BMW configurator the shadow edition keep the grey mirror caps.

Not on the 3 series it doesn't.

creepy coupe · 02-21-2018, 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by kylemacca01

Not on the 3 series it doesn't.

Weird.

holdmade · 02-21-2018, 05:31 AM

I too found those on ebay after wanting them when I saw them on the BMW Configurator.

Must be a BMW part number somewhere ?

holdmade · 02-21-2018, 05:34 AM

Ah. another thread here has fitted some:

http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=834379

Whoops just realised that is from 2013 !

holdmade · 02-21-2018, 07:32 AM

Just spoke to dealer and the shadow edition caps are apparently just painted Jet Black, no special plastic ones. Cost is £112 for part in primer, £244 inc fitting and painting. Makes the ebay ones look tempting at £50

Cheers

BMWChap · 02-21-2018, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by holdmade

Just spoke to dealer and the shadow edition caps are apparently just painted Jet Black, no special plastic ones. Cost is £112 for part in primer, £244 inc fitting and painting. Makes the ebay ones look tempting at £50

Cheers

The ebay mirrors are shite, they scratch easily thats why I wrapped mine myself for £20

v callum o · 02-21-2018, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Junebug85

Looking at changing the mirror covers on my MG F30 to gloss black ones.

I don't want to spray or wrap the original ones and have started looking online etc...

I've thought about finding some from a scrap yard in any colour then getting them wrapped/sprayed.

However I've found these on the popular auction site...

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GLOSS-BLA...YAAOSw8-xZwUg9

Anyone know if they're good/bad, fitment issues etc?

I know they will never be as good as OEM.

Just having a look on RealOEM for the part number for the shadow edition ones too. Does anyone know this?

Cheers

Definitely keen to see if you do go-ahead. MG here and i was literally looking at getting these but had the same questions as you. I did attempt to wrap my current wing mirrors but this was by far from a "professional" job haha. Got quoted £60 to wrap current covers as well...

Martan · 02-21-2018, 08:36 AM

The original 1 series sport model had the option of black gloss mirror caps (I can't remember if the 3 did as well at the time). I had one back in 2012 with them. Have you not tried a breakers for a pair??

creepy coupe · 02-21-2018, 08:58 AM

What is apparent looking at this and other forums. BMW have missed a trick here. Not having a gloss black option and expecting dealers to paint them for shadow editions is crazy.

Junebug85 · 02-21-2018, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Martan

The original 1 series sport model had the option of black gloss mirror caps (I can't remember if the 3 did as well at the time). I had one back in 2012 with them. Have you not tried a breakers for a pair??

How much should one expect to pay at a breakers for a set of these?

Martan · 02-21-2018, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Junebug85

How much should one expect to pay at a breakers for a set of these?

It's a while since I bought anything from a breakers, but I personally wouldn't pay more than £40 for the pair.(assuming they're in good nick).

Junebug85 · 03-17-2018, 01:06 PM

My hunt for black mirrors covers is now over....

I was able to buy some genuine BSM ones from a fellow forum member. The plan was to get them and then get them sprayed or wrapped in gloss black. However looking at them they look okay to put straight on the car... I tried them out to see what they looked like (braving the cold chill and snow).You can tell that there is a shade difference where the black gloss from the mirror housing meets the metallic black cover.

Part of me says leave it as it is but there's a small part of me that wants it to 100% colour match (ocd in me) What to do... Anyone else using BSM covers instead of gloss ones?

Pics below...

UKF30 · 03-17-2018, 01:28 PM

should have gone CF way

Junebug85 · 03-17-2018, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by UKF30

should have gone CF way

That looks smart

Derrymilk · 03-17-2018, 05:27 PM

Yea, I was going black, but changed my mind at last minute to carbon

andyzdeman · 03-17-2018, 05:45 PM

eBay carbon or OEM?

Derrymilk · 03-17-2018, 05:54 PM

They are skinned carbon, I did get off eBay, they are fine, but if your after something similar give ukf30 a shout

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Junebug85 Colonel 1614 Rep 2,271 Posts Drives: BMW 540i xDrive - M Sport Plus Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Gloss Back Mirror Covers Looking at changing the mirror covers on my MG F30 to gloss black ones. I don't want to spray or wrap the original ones and have started looking online etc... I've thought about finding some from a scrap yard in any colour then getting them wrapped/sprayed. However I've found these on the popular auction site... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GLOSS-BLA...YAAOSw8-xZwUg9 Anyone know if they're good/bad, fitment issues etc? I know they will never be as good as OEM. Just having a look on RealOEM for the part number for the shadow edition ones too. Does anyone know this? Cheers __________________ IG: project540ix G30 540i xDrive / Stage 3 via BM3 / xHP Stage 3 / Pure 800 Cast Turbo / 5" Catted Downpipe / MST Intake / Remus Exhaust / MSS Springs / 19" JR SL01 & Conti SC7 / 20" BBS CI-R & Michelin PS4S / F90 Sway Bars & Braces / Lots of Gloss Black
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Ridg Lieutenant 205 Rep 404 Posts Drives: F31 330d Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Kent iTrader: (0)	My understanding of non-oem gloss black parts isn't the fit but the plastic used, the problem being that it can chip easily and be prone to dulling once chipped.
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holdmade Registered 2 Rep 4 Posts Drives: BMW F30 330d Msport Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Hull, UK iTrader: (0)	I too found those on ebay after wanting them when I saw them on the BMW Configurator. Must be a BMW part number somewhere ? Attached Images
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holdmade Registered 2 Rep 4 Posts Drives: BMW F30 330d Msport Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Hull, UK iTrader: (0)	Ah. another thread here has fitted some: http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=834379 Whoops just realised that is from 2013 ! Last edited by holdmade; 02-21-2018 at 05:52 AM..
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holdmade Registered 2 Rep 4 Posts Drives: BMW F30 330d Msport Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Hull, UK iTrader: (0)	Just spoke to dealer and the shadow edition caps are apparently just painted Jet Black, no special plastic ones. Cost is £112 for part in primer, £244 inc fitting and painting. Makes the ebay ones look tempting at £50 Cheers
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Martan Private First Class 45 Rep 170 Posts Drives: F30 335d Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: North East iTrader: (0)	The original 1 series sport model had the option of black gloss mirror caps (I can't remember if the 3 did as well at the time). I had one back in 2012 with them. Have you not tried a breakers for a pair??
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Junebug85 Colonel 1614 Rep 2,271 Posts Drives: BMW 540i xDrive - M Sport Plus Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	My hunt for black mirrors covers is now over.... I was able to buy some genuine BSM ones from a fellow forum member. The plan was to get them and then get them sprayed or wrapped in gloss black. However looking at them they look okay to put straight on the car... I tried them out to see what they looked like (braving the cold chill and snow).You can tell that there is a shade difference where the black gloss from the mirror housing meets the metallic black cover. Part of me says leave it as it is but there's a small part of me that wants it to 100% colour match (ocd in me) What to do... Anyone else using BSM covers instead of gloss ones? Pics below... Attached Images __________________ IG: project540ix G30 540i xDrive / Stage 3 via BM3 / xHP Stage 3 / Pure 800 Cast Turbo / 5" Catted Downpipe / MST Intake / Remus Exhaust / MSS Springs / 19" JR SL01 & Conti SC7 / 20" BBS CI-R & Michelin PS4S / F90 Sway Bars & Braces / Lots of Gloss Black
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