Used BMW M5 Sill

The M5 has run across several distinct generations — E39 (1998–2003), E60 (2005–2010), F10 (2011–2016), and F90 (2018 onwards) — and sills are body-specific pressings that do not cross between generations under any circumstances. Even within a generation, confirm the exact year with the breaker against your registration, as mid-run pressing changes can occasionally affect fit. Always quote your reg when requesting a quote from a breaker.

The M5 in E60 form shares the same basic saloon bodyshell as the standard E60 5 Series, so the sill structure is generally the same pressing regardless of M5 or standard trim. Trim level and engine variant make no difference to sill fitment — what matters is the generation and body style. That said, confirm with your breaker against your registration in case of any cosmetic or finishing differences between M5 and standard variants.

Yes — the M5 has been offered as a saloon and, in the E61-based generation, as an estate (Touring), and sills differ between these body styles as they are completely different pressings. The F10 M5 Touring was not officially sold in the UK, so for most UK buyers the saloon is the relevant body style, but always confirm what body style your car is with the breaker. Never assume a sill from a saloon will fit a Touring or vice versa.

No — engine choice, whether V8, V10, or the S58 straight-six in the F90, has no bearing on sill fitment whatsoever. Sills are a body structural and cosmetic panel, so the generation and body style are the only things that matter. This means you can source a sill from any M5 of the same generation and body style regardless of exact engine spec.

The F10 M5 ran from 2011 to 2016, so both years fall within the same generation, which is a good starting point for compatibility. However, mid-generation pressing changes are possible and cannot be confirmed from generation alone, so you should check the specific part with your breaker against both registrations before buying. A good UK breaker will be able to cross-reference the part using your reg plate.

Yes, absolutely — sills are side-specific, and a nearside (NS, passenger side) sill will not fit the offside (OS, driver side) and vice versa. When requesting quotes from breakers on Findapart, always specify which side you need along with your registration. Getting this wrong is one of the most common and easily avoided mistakes when ordering body panels.