Used BMW 1 Series Rear Bumper

The second-generation 1 Series (F20/F21) ran from 2011 to 2019, with a facelift in 2015, so a 2012 bumper comes from the pre-facelift phase and a 2015 sits right at that boundary. The facelift brought styling changes to the rear bumper, so fitment across that 2015 line is not guaranteed — confirm with the breaker whether the part they have is pre- or post-facelift and quote them your exact registration. Never assume a same-generation bumper swaps over without checking which side of the facelift it falls on.

No — the E87 is the first-generation 1 Series (2004–2011) and the F20/F21 is the second generation (2011–2019), and these are entirely different platforms with no rear bumper interchangeability. Always make sure the breaker's part matches your generation exactly. If you're unsure which generation you have, check your registration on the DVLA or give the breaker your VIN.

Yes, absolutely — the 3-door (F21) and 5-door (F20) share the same F20/F21 platform but have different rear bumper pressings, so door count matters here. Tell the breaker whether your car is the 3-door or 5-door when you request a quote. Getting this wrong is one of the most common reasons a rear bumper won't align correctly.

Trim level does not affect whether the bumper will physically fit — an SE, Sport, and M Sport all share the same shell on the same generation and body style. However, you may notice cosmetic differences, as the M Sport bumper has a more aggressive lower valance and different vent styling compared to SE or Sport. The part will fit regardless of trim, but confirm with the breaker if you want a like-for-like cosmetic match rather than just a functional replacement.

A 2008 1 Series is first-generation, built on the E8x platform — the 5-door hatch is the E87 and the 3-door is the E81. You should tell the breaker the generation code (E87 or E81), your door count, and your exact registration so they can cross-reference the specific pressing. The first-generation ran from 2004 to 2011 with a facelift around 2007, so also confirm whether the breaker's part is pre- or post-facelift to avoid a mismatch.

No — the coupe (E82) and convertible (E88) are distinct body styles with their own rear bumper designs that do not cross over to the hatchback (E87/E81). Always match the body style exactly, as these panels are not interchangeable even within the same E8x generation. Give the breaker your registration and body style to make sure you're quoted the right part.