Used BMW 5 Series Roof Rack

No — the E60 (2003–2010) and F10 (2010–2017) are completely different generations with different roof profiles, rain channel positions, and fixing points, so their roof racks are not interchangeable. A rack designed for one generation will not locate correctly on the other. Always source a rack listed specifically for your generation.

Both fall within the F10 generation (2010–2017), which received a facelift in 2013, but the roof pressing and fixing points were not changed at that facelift, so a rack from either side of the 2013 cut-off should be compatible. That said, confirm with the breaker against your registration before buying, as minor production changes can occasionally affect fitment even within the same generation.

Yes, body style is the most important question here — the saloon (E60/F10/G30) and Touring estate have different roof lengths and rain channel or fixing-point layouts, so their roof racks are model-specific and not interchangeable. Always tell the breaker whether you have a saloon or Touring before requesting a quote.

Trim level does not affect roof rack fitment — an SE, Sport, M Sport, or xDrive model on the same generation and body style all share the same roof pressing and fixing points. The rack itself will be identical across trims, though cosmetic finish (colour or style) may vary depending on what the breaker has available.

BMW offered roof racks as a genuine factory accessory for the 5 Series, designed to use the vehicle's integrated roof rails or flush fixing points depending on the generation — so used factory-spec racks do appear at breakers. Aftermarket racks from brands such as Thule or Halfords are also widely available new, which may be a straightforward alternative if you cannot source a used genuine rack.

The G30 generation runs from 2017 onwards, with a facelift introduced in 2020, and it is worth confirming with the breaker whether the facelift brought any changes to the roof fixing points on your specific car. Provide your full registration to the breaker so they can verify the rack they have came from a matching pre- or post-facelift car, as this is the safest way to ensure correct fitment.