On the current 8 Series, most owners start with the mirrors: gloss black or carbon look mirror caps and sequential LED mirror indicators. After that come a boot spoiler on the Gran Coupé and small exterior and cabin details. At the time of writing, door handle caps start from around €10, mirror indicators from around €38, mirror caps from around €52 and the Gran Coupé boot spoiler from around €106.
First, work out which car you have
The 8 Series returned in 2018 in three bodies, and the chassis code decides what fits:
- G14: the Convertible.
- G15: the two door Coupé.
- G16: the four door Gran Coupé.
The bodies share a lot, but not everything: our boot spoiler is made for the G16 only, and some mirror caps are listed for the Coupé and Gran Coupé but not the Convertible. If you are not sure which code you have, see how to find your BMW chassis code.
The facelift, which BMW calls the LCI, arrived in 2022. For the parts below the bigger questions are the bodystyle, the mirror type and which side the steering wheel is on, but check the LCI status anyway when a product page names a year range. More in LCI vs pre-LCI explained.
One more check: the M8 and some cars with M styling have differently shaped mirrors, so caps and indicators made for the standard mirror may not fit them. Everything we list for this car is in the 8 Series G14, G15 and G16 collection.
What we do not stock yet
We are honest about the gaps. For the 8 Series we do not currently list a front lip, rear diffuser, side skirts, kidney grille, tail lights or a CarPlay screen. Most of the mirror, handle and cabin parts below are shared with other G-series BMWs (the 3, 5 and 7 Series of the same era), which is why their titles name other models. Always check the fitment table on the product page for your exact body.
Mirror caps
Replacing the painted mirror covers is the most popular change on this car, and the choice is wide. The caps unclip from the mirror housing once the glass is eased out, so it is a careful half hour job rather than a workshop visit. Before ordering, check three things: your body code is listed, the part suits left hand or right hand drive where the title says so, and the finish is what you want. "Carbon look" is a printed finish, not real carbon.
- Gloss black mirror caps listed for the G15, which ship from our EU warehouse, usually in about 4 to 8 working days within the EU. Other parts here take longer.
- Replacement mirror caps listed for the G14 Convertible and the other bodies, from around €52.
- Mirror covers listed for all three 8 Series bodies, from around €55.
- Mirror caps in gloss black or carbon look for the G15 and G16.
If you are torn between finishes, our view is that gloss black suits most paint colours and is easier to live with.
Sequential LED mirror indicators
These replace the indicator strip in the mirror with one that sweeps in the direction of the turn. The mirror glass comes out, the old unit unplugs and the new one plugs into the same connector. Some are listed for left hand drive cars only, so check before ordering. Options include a sequential LED mirror indicator set from around €38 and a pair of sequential indicators from around €41. Sequential indicators are not accepted everywhere, so check local rules. Our article on LED mirror indicators: fit, wiring and legality covers fitting in more detail; the steps are much the same.
Boot spoiler for the Gran Coupé
The one exterior styling part made specifically for this car is the M4-style gloss black boot spoiler for the G16. It ships from our EU warehouse. Like most boot lid spoilers it normally attaches with adhesive tape, so the result depends on preparation: wash, degrease, test fit with masking tape, then stick it down in mild weather. It is listed for the Gran Coupé only, not the Coupé or Convertible.
Exterior details
Two smaller jobs finish the outside:
- Door handles: carbon fibre door handle covers fit over the original handles. If the small cap over the driver's lock has gone missing, a front left door handle cap for left hand drive cars costs around €10.
- Fuel flap: a carbon fibre fuel cap cover listed for the G14, G15 and G16 dresses up the cap behind the flap.
Cabin details
The 8 Series cabin is still young, so there is less to repair than on older BMWs. For a different look, a crystal start/stop button cover is listed for the G14 and G15. The crystal gear selector, iDrive knob and start button set is for left hand drive cars and replaces the original controls, which takes more care: the centre console trim has to come apart. Compare the photos with your own selector before ordering.
Which part should you pick
| Part | Typical price | Fitting | Reversible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door handle cap | €10 | Easy, clip in | Yes |
| Start button cover | €21 | Easy | Yes |
| Mirror indicators | €38 to €51 | Moderate, mirror glass out | Yes |
| Mirror caps | €52 to €78 | Moderate, mirror glass out | Yes |
| Boot spoiler (G16) | €106 | Moderate, adhesive tape | Not easily |
| Fuel cap cover | €115 | Easy | Yes |
| Crystal selector set | €188 | Harder, console apart | Yes, with care |
Where to start
- Confirm your body code, which side the steering wheel is on and whether your car has standard or M mirrors.
- Start with mirror caps. They change the look the most for the money and can be undone.
- If you are taking the mirror glass out anyway, fit the LED indicators at the same time.
- Gran Coupé owners can then add the boot spoiler, and finish with the door handle and fuel cap details.
If a part does not fit the car it was ordered for, our fit guarantee explains what happens next. Many of these mirror parts are shared with the 7 Series of the same era, covered in our G11 and G12 buying guide.
FAQ
Do G30 5 Series and G20 3 Series mirror caps fit the 8 Series?
Many G-series mirrors share the same cap shape, which is why our caps name several models, but not every listing includes every 8 Series body. Check that your code is in the fitment table.
Will the boot spoiler fit the G15 Coupé?
No. The spoiler we stock is shaped for the G16 Gran Coupé boot lid only.
Do these mirror caps fit the M8?
Not usually. The M8 uses differently shaped mirrors, so only order mirror parts for it when the product page lists the M8.
Do LED mirror indicators need coding?
They plug into the original connector, but some cars show a bulb warning afterwards. Check the product page notes for your car before ordering, and keep the original units in case you want to switch back.