Used BMW 7 Series Glove Box

The BMW 7 Series has gone through distinct generations — the E32 (1986–1994), E38 (1994–2001), E65/E66 (2001–2008), F01/F02 (2008–2015), and G11/G12 (2015–2022) — and glove boxes are not interchangeable across these generations as the interior architecture differs significantly between each. If your car sits near a generation boundary, for example around 2015 where the F01 gave way to the G11, confirm the exact chassis code with the breaker against your registration before ordering. Sticking within the same generation gives you the best chance of a straight swap.

Yes, all generations of the BMW 7 Series are fitted with a glove box as standard — it is a full-size luxury saloon and a passenger-side glove box has been a consistent feature throughout its production history. You should have no trouble finding one from a breaker, though you will want to match the correct generation to your car.

The F01/F02 generation ran from 2008 to 2015, so both a 2010 and a 2014 car sit within the same generation, which is a good starting point for compatibility. There was a facelift in 2012 which brought some interior trim revisions, so if one car is pre-facelift and the other post-facelift there may be minor differences in finish or panel fit. Confirm the specific part numbers with the breaker against both registrations to be sure before buying.

On the BMW 7 Series, the glove box itself is generally the same unit across trim levels such as SE, Sport, and M Sport, as the fundamental interior structure does not change between trims. You may notice small cosmetic differences in surround finish or stitching detail depending on the interior pack fitted to the donor car, so it is worth asking the breaker whether the trim finish matches your own. The core fitment by generation is what matters most here.

The glove box sits on the passenger side of the dashboard and is not affected by whether the car is a standard wheelbase or long-wheelbase (L) variant, as the dashboard structure is shared between the two. You can source from either body length within the same generation without concern on that point. Generation and trim finish remain the key things to match.

A glove box is a straightforward interior trim part and does not involve any safety-critical systems, so most competent DIYers are comfortable fitting one at home. Unlike airbags or seatbelt pretensioners, there are no safety concerns specific to this part that would require professional installation. That said, if you are unsure about any fixings or surrounding trim panels, a quick visit to a local garage or trim specialist will not cost much and avoids any accidental damage.