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No two central locking motors are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
The BMW 6 Series E63 (coupe) and E64 (convertible) were produced from 2003 to 2010, with a facelift in 2007. Central locking motors do exist on this generation and are door-specific — make sure you match the exact door position (NS front, OS front, NS rear, OS rear) as well as the body style (coupe or convertible), since the door assemblies differ. Confirm the exact part number with the breaker against your registration to be sure.
Trim level does not affect central locking motor fitment on the BMW 6 Series — the motors are the same across Sport, SE, and M Sport variants within the same generation and door position. You may find minor cosmetic differences around the door card when fitting, but the motor unit itself is interchangeable. Focus on matching the generation, body style, and door position rather than trim.
The E63 facelift in 2007 brought exterior and interior updates, but the fundamental door structure and locking mechanism are broadly similar across the generation. That said, whether a specific motor from before or after the facelift crosses that boundary without issue is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration, as subtle changes to latch assemblies can affect compatibility.
The F12 (convertible) and F13 (coupe) 6 Series ran from 2011 to 2018, with a facelift around 2015, and central locking motors were fitted throughout this generation. As with the E63/E64, door position and body style are the key fitment factors — motors are not transferable between coupe and convertible doors. Confirm the exact door and variant with the breaker using your registration.
The E63/E64 generation (2003–2010) and the F12/F13 generation (2011–2018) are entirely different platforms with different door designs and locking systems, so the central locking motors are not interchangeable between them. Always source a motor from the same generation as your car, and confirm with your breaker against your registration to make sure you have the right part.
Engine choice — whether petrol, diesel, or the M6 variant — has no bearing on central locking motor fitment, as the locking system is unrelated to the drivetrain. What matters is the generation (E63/E64 or F12/F13/F06), the body style, and the specific door position you need. Confirm these details with your breaker alongside your registration for the best match.