BMW Chassis codes explained
When ordering shifter from us you may be confused about what E36 and other codes like this means. Fear no more! It is very easy. BMW models and chassis have internal codes to easily tell them apart. These stared as E-codes, later got on to F-codes and now even G-codes. Every BMW production model, and even some prototypes and concept cars, are given a type designation. By using this table below you can easily find your car chassis code.
| Chassis Code | Production year | Model |
|---|---|---|
| E30 | 1984-1991 | 3 Series |
| E36 | 1992-1999 | 3 Series |
| E46 | 1999-2005 | 3 Series |
| E82 | 2008+ | 1 Series Coupe |
| E83 / E83 LCI | 2003-2006 / 2007-2010 | X3 SAV |
| E84 | 2009+ | X1 SAV |
| E85 / E85 LCI | 2003-2005 2006-2008 | Z4 / MZ4 Roadster |
| E86 | 2006-2008 | Z4 / MZ4 Coupe |
| E88 | 2008+ | 1 Series Convertible |
| E89 | 2009+ | Z4 Convertible Coupe |
| E89 | 2009+ | Z4 Convertible Coupe |
| E90 / E90 LCI | 2006-2008 2010-2012 | 3 Series Sedan |
| E91 / E91 LCI | 2006-2008 2010-2012 | 3 Series Touring Wagon |
| E93 / E93 LCI | 2007-2010 2011-2013 | 3 Series Convertible |