BMW Chassis Codes Explained: E, F and G Series

Short answer: a BMW chassis code is the internal name for one generation and body style of a model. The letter roughly marks the era: E codes are older generations, F codes cover roughly the 2010s, and G codes are the current generation. Used parts are usually listed by chassis code because parts are shared within a generation, not across them.

How to find your chassis code

• Decode your VIN with a BMW parts catalog or VIN decoder.
• Check your registration or service records.
• Match your model and year against the reference below, keeping in mind that generations overlap model years.

Common chassis codes by model

• 1 Series: E82 coupe, E88 convertible. Shop 1 Series parts.
• 2 Series: F22 coupe, F23 convertible, F44 Gran Coupe, G42 coupe. Shop 2 Series parts.
• 3 Series: E90 sedan, E92 coupe, E93 convertible, F30 sedan, F34 Gran Turismo, G20 sedan. Shop E90, F30, G20.
• 4 Series: F32 coupe, F33 convertible, F36 Gran Coupe, G22 coupe, G26 Gran Coupe. Shop F32 or all 4 Series.
• 5 Series: E60, F10, G30. Shop F10 and G30.
• 6 Series: E63/E64, F06 Gran Coupe, F12 convertible, F13 coupe. Shop 6 Series parts.
• 7 Series: F01/F02, G11/G12. Shop G12 or all 7 Series.
• X3: E83, F25, G01. Shop F25 and G01.
• X5: E70, F15, G05, plus F85 X5 M. Shop E70, F15, G05.
• X6: E71, F16, F86 X6 M. Shop F16 and F86.
• M cars: F80 M3, F82 M4, G82 M4, F10 M5, F90 M5. Shop M parts.

Why it matters for used parts

Parts are often shared across body styles in the same generation (for example many F30 and F32 parts interchange), but rarely across generations (an F30 part generally will not fit a G20). Within a generation, watch for the LCI facelift. See pre-LCI vs LCI explained.

Need help confirming fit?

Call or text our sales team at 954-882-3346 with your VIN and the part you need, and we will help confirm fit before you order. Every used part we sell carries a 30-day warranty.