When it comes to car model, OEM options, and possible retrofits, BimmerTech is regularly questioned. Our customers are undoubtedly aware of the BMWs they own, but occasionally they require a bit extra assistance understanding its characteristics. Additionally, we frequently give them advice on available car enhancements. To obtain this information, the VIN must first be decoded. The 17-digit VIN, which stands for “Vehicle Identification Number,” can be found on the dash or door jamb of your BMW. Knowing your VIN is crucial if you want to learn everything there is to know about the OEM components in your car and the high-tech enhancements BimmerTech has to offer.
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Although your vehicle’s model number is prominently badged on the back of your BMW, internal classifications into E/F and G model codes also exist. The body style, model, and approximate age can typically be determined by specialists or dealers using this three-digit combination.
You can find the model code for your BMW E, F, or G using this short list. The car will always be referred to on our website (in any article or explanation) using the main body code.
How can I tell if my BMW is a F model?
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for your BMW can be found in the glove compartment or on the driver’s side door jamb. Your car’s general size and shape, as well as the year it was made, may be determined by looking at the Body Style and Model.
Your Engine Size and Transmission will inform you of the engine’s power as well as if a manual or automatic transmission is present. If you want to restore your car to its original state, the Date of Manufacture or First Registration is useful since it shows you when the car was created and registered with the government body in charge of keeping vehicle records.
Although there are no assurances that everything on your VIN lines up exactly, Approx Age provides a general estimation of how old your BMW may be.
Which “e” is my BMW according to the body designations?
Although you may have heard a lot of “e” words at your local BMW Service Center, along with potentially some “f” and “s” words, phrases like “e36,” “e60,” and “e28” have specific meanings to BMW mechanics and aficionados. For instance, an e46 is referred to as a 2003 330i. Depending on the look and year of your BMW, these “e” designations are used to define BMW Body style design. Entwicklung, the German term for development or evolution when you link the ‘e’, is abbreviated as “E.”
If you don’t understand any of these terms, the following list should help you identify the code name for your BMW.
How do BMW F numbers work?
- 5th generation BMW 7-series, F01, 2008-
- 2008 BMW F02 5th-generation 7-series LWB
- 2008 BMW F03 5th-generation 7-series armored
- 2010-2011 BMW F10 6-generation 5-series saloon
- 2010-2011 BMW F11 6-generation 5-series Touring
- Third-generation BMW F12 6-series convertible, 2011-
- Third-generation BMW F13 6-series coupe, 2011-
Describe F32 BMW.
The compact executive automobiles BMW F32 (coupe version), BMW F33 (convertible version), and BMW F36 (five-door liftback variant, marketed as “Gran Coupe”) make up the first generation of the BMW 4 Series. From 2014 until 2020, the F32/F33/F36, which is frequently referred to as the F32, were produced.
The E92/E93 coupe/convertible versions of the fifth-generation 3 Series lineup were replaced by the F32. The F32 is produced alongside the F30 3 Series and has several features in common with it. The F32/F33/F36 are powered by turbocharged petrol and diesel engines with 3 cylinders (petrol only), 4 cylinders, and 6 cylinders, just like the F30 3 Series line.
Early in 2014, the F82/F83 M4 versions with strong performance were released. They are propelled by an S55 straight-six turbocharged engine.
Describe BMW F20.
The subcompact automobiles BMW F20 (5-door hatchback) and BMW F21 (3-door hatchback) are part of the second generation of the BMW 1 Series. From 2011 through 2019, BMW developed the F20/F21 generation, which is frequently referred to as the F20.
The coupe and convertible variants of the BMW 1 Series’ second generation were sold separately under the new BMW 2 Series moniker.
Initially, inline-four gasoline, inline-four diesel, and inline-six gasoline engines were used to power the F20/F21. Inline-three gasoline and diesel engines were added to the model lineup in 2015. Every engine has a turbocharger.
The F20/F21 utilises rear-wheel drive (rather than front-wheel drive) for the majority of versions, in contrast to most hatchback rivals. The first 1 Series to offer an optional all-wheel drive is the F20/F21.
The BMW 1 Series (F40), which replaces the F20, started manufacturing in July 2019.
Describe the BMW F10.
The sixth generation of the BMW 5 Series, which was produced for model years 2010 to 2017, is represented by the BMW F10/F11/F07/F18. The range’s body types include a 5-door fastback, 5-door estate/wagon, and a 4-door sedan/saloon (F10).
Describe an F30 BMW.
Let’s begin with the fundamentals. BMW’s naming practices can be a little perplexing with so many titles that seem similar, such as BMW 3 Series, BMW 320i, and BMW F30. F30 is the one you’re probably least likely to hear out of the three. Instead of using the term “F30,” people typically refer to their vehicles as BMW 325i or 335i.
When you break something down, you can see how it functions. The BMW 3 Series is a line of small executive vehicles that sits below the larger 5 Series. Since it began to be produced in 1975, the 3 Series has undergone numerous iterations.
BMW’s internal model code for the sixth-generation 3 Series sedan, which was built between 2011 and 2019, is F30. With this model code, it can be distinguished from 3 Series cars from earlier BMW generations, such as the E90, E46, and E36.
Is A 328i A F30 A BMW?
The entry-level 328i and the upscale 335i were the two models of the F30 that were first available (in the US). The former has a brand-new 2.0 liter turbocharged four cylinder engine (codenamed N20), which is BMW’s first four-cylinder engine offered in the 3 Series in nearly 20 years. If you think that is a downgrade from the fantastic 3.0 liter inline six (N52) in the E90, you should know that the N20 produces a remarkable 240 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque in 328i trim. That is much higher than the previous six, particularly when considering torque, which has increased by approximately 30%. With fuel economy of 23 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway, the N20 outperforms the E90 generation, which only managed 18 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.
For those who insist on an inline six to power their 3 Series, the top-of-the-line 335i retains the 3.0 liter turbocharged inline six (N55), which generates the same 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of twist. That enables sprints to 60 mph in under five seconds, comparable to the previous E90 335i. At 20 mpg city and 30 mpg highway, fuel efficiency remains essentially unchanged from the previous version’s 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway ratings.
The fantastic 6-speed manual transmission that BMW offers with both the 328i and the 335i works well with either the four- or six-cylinder engine. Because the current generation (G20) is automatic only, it is noteworthy that the F30 generation would be the final 3 Series to have a manual option (in the US).
Even while we prefer manual transmissions, we must agree that the optional 8-speed automatic transmission from German provider ZF is a wonderful gearbox in and of itself, with quick and easy shifts. It makes deciding between a manual and an automatic difficult, even for enthusiasts.
a BMW 335i an F30?
For the 2012 model year, the BMW 335i made its début as an F30 3 Series version. The 335i was available as the F30 Sedan, F31 Wagon, and G…
For the 2012 model year, the BMW 335i made its début as an F30 3 Series version. The N55B30M0 engine from BMW was used in the 335i, which came in Sedan (F30), Wagon (F31), and Gran Turismo (F34) body types. A 6 gear manual or 8 speed automatic transmission was used to drive the rear wheels of this turbocharged 3.0L inline six engine, which produced 302hp. The F30 BMW 335i was manufactured until 2015, when the F30 BMW 340i took its place.
A 2014 BMW 335i Sedan sold for $30,000 on April 19, 2022, making it the most expensive sale ever.
A: On February 14, 2022, a 2014 BMW 335i Sedan sold for $17,000, according to records.
How can I determine my BMW body code?
What do the BMW chassis codes mean? Most likely, you’ve seen it on our website in application instructions or diagrams from RealOEM or BimmerCat.
When certain replacement parts are only made for a particular chassis or body type, the BMW chassis code, also known as the BMW manufacturer code or BMW model code, can tell you a lot about your individual BMW. There are some model years that might occasionally overlap. For instance, in 1999, both the E36 and E46 3 series were available on the market at the same time. On these kinds of splits, knowing your specific chassis code is crucial when selecting new components.
Historically, the first letter of the BMW chassis codes has always been “E,” which stands for the German word for development, Entwicklung. BMW phased out “E codes” for codes that start with “F,” and now they have switched to “G,” for a while these were known as “BMW E Codes.”
With the final seven digits of the VIN, you can quickly find your chassis code on RealOEM if you don’t know it. You’ll receive the essential details here, including the chassis code, engine, manufacturing code, and manufacture date. We suggest using bimmercat for further car details because it will provide you with more details, installed factory equipment, and practical parts diagrams. When choosing parts that fit automobiles with certain option codes, this is a particularly helpful tool.
The BMW chassis code charts included here cover every model that was sold in the US from 1965 until the present day.
What does 40i in a BMW mean?
The 6-cylinder versions are represented by the 40i series. Jan. 26, 2021 The primary distinction is that the sDrive is rear-wheel drive while the xDrive is all-wheel drive.