Most owners of the F-generation 6 Series start with gloss black details outside (a front lip, a rear diffuser, a boot spoiler and mirror caps) and a fix for the climate buttons and gear selector trim that wear inside. At the time of writing, interior trim covers start from around €11, mirror caps from around €56, boot spoilers from around €106 and the gloss black lip and diffuser from around €189 and €224.
First, work out which car you have
This generation was built from 2011 to 2018 in three bodies, and the chassis code decides what fits:
- F06: the four door Gran Coupé.
- F12: the Convertible.
- F13: the two door Coupé.
Many parts are shared, but not all. Boot lid spoilers suit the F06 and F13 only, because the Convertible has a different rear deck, and our mirror caps are listed for the F06 and F13. If you are not sure which code your car carries, see how to find your BMW chassis code.
The facelift, which BMW calls the LCI, arrived in 2015. It matters most for mirror caps, where pre-LCI and LCI cars need different parts, and for some electronics. More in LCI vs pre-LCI explained.
The bumper is the third question. M Sport cars and the M6 have different bumpers from standard cars, and lips and diffusers are shaped for one bumper. Read the fitment notes on the product page before ordering either. Everything we list for this car is in the 6 Series F06, F12 and F13 collection.
Exterior styling
These are the parts made specifically for this 6 Series, and they ship from our EU warehouse, usually in about 4 to 8 working days within the EU. Parts from our other stock take longer.
Front lip and rear diffuser
A gloss black front lip for the F06, F12 and F13 adds a dark edge under the bumper. It sits low, so if your road has steep ramps or speed humps, think about ground clearance first. The matching gloss black rear diffuser replaces or covers the lower rear valance. Check which bumper and exhaust layout it is cut for. Fitting either is a job for a careful owner with trim tools and a free afternoon, though a body shop will do a cleaner job if drilling is needed.
Boot spoilers
For the Gran Coupé and Coupé there are two shapes: a subtle PSM-style boot lid spoiler and a taller M4-style boot spoiler. Both normally attach with adhesive tape, so preparation decides the result: clean, degrease, test fit, then stick it down in mild weather. Rules on spoilers vary by country, so check local rules.
Mirror caps and grille detail
Mirror caps are where the LCI split bites. Pre-LCI cars need the gloss black mirror caps for pre-LCI cars, while facelift cars need the M-look mirror caps for the LCI. The caps clip over or replace the painted covers; pulling the mirror glass out carefully is the main step. For the grille, kidney grille colour strips clip onto the slats in M colours and come off again just as easily. They are shared across several BMW models, so check the fitment table on the product page.
Worn interior fixes
A 6 Series of this age is often cared for outside but tired inside. Two things show wear first.
Peeling climate control buttons
The soft coating on the climate panel buttons peels and goes sticky with age. A climate control button repair kit replaces the caps without buying a new panel. Count your buttons and compare the layout with the product photos first. Our article on why F10 and F01 climate buttons peel covers the same panel family and the fitting steps.
Gear selector covers
The automatic selector loses its finish where your palm rests. Covers slide or clip over the original, so there is no wiring. Options include a gear selector cover listed for the F06 and F12, a gloss black sport selector cover and a suede-look selector cover. These are shared with other F-series models, so match the photo to your own selector and check the fitment table.
Window switch
If the driver's switch pack has worn buttons or a failing switch, a master window switch with mirror fold is listed for the F06. It plugs into the existing connector once the door trim panel is off. Compare the plug and button layout before ordering.
Small cabin upgrades
- Start button: a crystal start/stop button cover is listed for the F12 and F13 and replaces a worn button cap.
- Auto start-stop: a start-stop memory plug keeps the system in the state you last chose, so you stop pressing the button every time you set off. It plugs in behind the button panel.
- Lighting: an LED interior light kit swaps the cabin bulbs, and LED number plate lights are listed for the F12 and F13. Both are a few minutes per light with a plastic trim tool.
Screens and CarPlay
We do not stock a CarPlay module or screen listed for this 6 Series yet, so we are not covering that here.
Which part should you pick
| Part | Typical price | Fitting | Reversible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gear selector cover | €11 to €36 | Easy, minutes | Yes |
| Grille colour strips | €28 | Easy, clip on | Yes |
| Climate button kit | €29 | Moderate, panel out | Yes |
| Mirror caps | €56 to €65 | Moderate, mirror glass out | Yes |
| Boot spoiler | €106 | Moderate, adhesive tape | Not easily |
| Front lip | €189 | Moderate to hard | Depends on mounting |
| Rear diffuser | €224 | Moderate to hard | Depends on mounting |
Where to start
- Confirm your chassis code, whether the car is pre-LCI or LCI, and which bumper it has.
- Fix what you touch every day: the gear selector cover and, if they peel, the climate buttons. Both are cheap and need no wiring.
- Add mirror caps in the right LCI version. They change the look for little money.
- Then choose a boot spoiler, and finally the lip and diffuser, which cost most and need the most care to fit.
If a part turns out not to fit the car you ordered it for, our fit guarantee explains what happens next. Many of these parts are also shared with the 5 Series of the same era, covered in our F10 and F11 buying guide.
FAQ
Do F10 5 Series parts fit the F06, F12 and F13?
Some do. Mirror caps, climate buttons and gear selector covers are shared, but bumpers, lips, diffusers and spoilers are not, so only order those when the title names the 6 Series.
Will a boot spoiler fit the F12 Convertible?
Our boot spoilers are listed for the F06 Gran Coupé and F13 Coupé only. The Convertible's rear deck is shaped differently, so we do not offer one for it.
How do I know if my 6 Series is pre-LCI or LCI?
Cars built from 2015 are generally LCI, but the build date on the door pillar sticker or a VIN decoder is more reliable than the registration date. This matters most for mirror caps.
Does the front lip fit the M Sport bumper?
Lips and diffusers are shaped for a specific bumper, so check the fitment notes on the product page against your car, and ask us with your VIN if in doubt.