Used BMW M5 Steering Column

The BMW M5 has run across several distinct generations: E34 (1989–1995), E39 (1998–2003), E60 (2005–2010), F10 (2011–2016), and F90 (2018–present), and the steering column design changes significantly between generations due to differences in chassis, power steering systems (hydraulic on older cars, electromechanical on later ones), and airbag integration. Columns from different generations are not interchangeable. Even within a generation such as the F10, confirm with the breaker against your registration before buying, as mid-generation revisions can affect column compatibility.

The M5 shares its basic platform with the standard 5 Series within each generation, and the steering column is generally shared between M5 and non-M variants of the same generation — trim level does not affect which steering column is fitted. However, be aware that if your M5 has a different steering wheel or airbag setup to a standard 5 Series donor car, those components may differ cosmetically even if the column itself fits. Always confirm against your registration with the breaker to be sure the exact column matches.

Both the 2013 and 2016 M5 fall within the F10 generation (2011–2016), so they share the same basic platform, making a column from this period a strong candidate for fitment. That said, confirm with the breaker against your registration, as there may have been running production changes to the column or its electrical connectors during this period. Never assume fitment without the breaker checking your specific VIN.

Yes — the F10 M5 (2011–2016) and the F90 M5 (2018–present) are entirely different generations with different chassis and steering systems, so their steering columns are not compatible. The F90 also introduced xDrive four-wheel drive as standard on some variants, though this does not affect the steering column itself. Always source a column from the correct generation and confirm with the breaker against your registration.

Within the same generation, engine and trim variants such as the F10 M5 Competition do not affect the steering column — the column is determined by chassis and generation, not power output or trim designation. You may find cosmetic differences in the steering wheel or paddle shifters between variants, but the column itself is not altered. Confirm with the breaker against your registration to ensure electrical connectors and airbag clock spring compatibility.

No — left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive steering columns are handed and not interchangeable, as the column mounting, rack connection, and often the airbag wiring are mirrored for each layout. Always make sure the breaker is supplying a column from a right-hand-drive UK or export car. Confirm this explicitly with the breaker against your registration before purchasing.