BMW E60 paint codes and color options, 5 series:

Below are the BMW E60 color options for the standard production models for the North American market. Special orders which featured unique paint codes are not shown below. Euro-spec E60 paint codes and color options largely reflect that of the North American color options.

BMW E60 5 series background:

The BMW E60 5 series sedan (E61 Touring) was the fifth generation 5 series. It was manufactured from 2003 - 2010 in Dingolfing Germany and Shenyang China. The E60 5 series was the first ever BMW model to be fitted with a turbocharged petrol engine, a six speed automatic transmission and regenerative braking. A total of 1,096,444 sedan models were manufactured while 263,426 Touring models were manufactured totaling 1,369,817 E6X models world wide.

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BMW E31 paint codes and color options:

Below are the BMW E31 paint codes and color options for the standard production models for the North American market. Special orders which featured unique paint codes are not shown below. Euro-spec E31 paint codes and color options largely reflect that of the North American color options. The 850CSi was not sold in the US but since it was such a unique vehicle, it has its own chart below with dates of which the paint codes and color options were available.

The BMW E31 "Color Line" was a unique line of production vehicles in which the exterior paint color matched the color of the interior Nappa leather. The Color Line was only available on Euro-spec E850CSi models. The location of the paint code placard is found under the hood on the right-hand side strut tower.

BMW E31 8 series background:

The BMW E31 8 series was the first ever 8 series model. Production ran from February 1990 through May 1999. This was BMW's flagship model which featured the latest technologies and innovations as well as the most advanced engines. The BMW E31 8 series was only sold in V8 or V12 engine specs. The North American received a total of 6,920 vehicles before shipments to this market ended in 1997. World wide sales continued until May 1999 with a total production run in all markets reaching 30,609 units.

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Below are the BMW E39 paint codes and color options for mostly US Spec models and some Euro Spec models. These listed E39 paint codes are for standard production models and does NOT include special order paint colors through the BMW Individual Program. Many of the unique E39 colors such as Dakar Yellow were not a standard production color but still offered through special orders. Not all colors were available in all markets. The below colors were extracted from official BMW printed dealership brochures. Note, the E39 M5 had additional paint options available, many unique to the E39 M5. See the link below for the paint color offerings for the M5.

The BMW E39 5 series was BMW's fourth generation 5 series model. Production ran from 1995 through 2004. The sedan launched in 1996 and ended production in 2003 while the Touring version started production in 1996 and ended in 2004. It is believed 1,488,038 units were manufactured world wide. Of these produced, 266,209 were the Touring version..

The BMW E39 was mainly manufactured at the Dingolfing factory in Germany however, assembly of complete knock down kits were completed in Mexico, Indonesia and Russia.

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BMW E92 paint codes, color options E90, E91, E93 USA Market:

The E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 3 series is the fifth generation 3 series BMW offered. This was the first time BMW split each model to have its own chassis designation. Because of the four different types, this generation 3 series is commonly referred to as E9X.  The E90 is the four door sedan, E91 is the touring, E92 is the two door coupe and the E93 is the cabriolet (convertible).  These models were produced from 2004 to 2013.

The debut models were the E90 sedan and E91 touring versions in 2004, 2006 brought the E92 coupe and 2007 BMW introduced the E93 convertible.  The E90 and E91 ended production in 2012 to be replaced while the E92 and E93 were not replaced until after the 2013 year models.

The E9X marked a few new milestones for BMW. The auto maker introduced the 335i as the first 3 series to have a turbo charged gasoline engine.  This generation also is the first delivered with run flat tires (omitting the spare as a result) and also no manual dipstick for checking the oil. The E90 sedan became the last 3 series to be offered with a naturally aspirated, non-turbo gasoline motor.

The below color options were offered for the American market only. It is common for BMW to produce different color palettes for different markets world wide. If you know of any other colors offered in your country, please contact us with the information and proof and we will gladly update our list.

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The BMW F10 M5 is the fifth generation M5, which was unveiled as a concept in April 2011 at the Shanghai Motor show.  The F10 M5 is powered by the S63B44 twin turbo V8, which is the same motor as also found in the E70 X5M and E71 X6M.  Power output is 560hp in the base form and if equipped with the competition package, power is increased to 575hp.  Model years ran from 2011 thru 2016 and is replaced by the F90 M5.  The F10 M5 is 18 seconds quicker around the Nürburgring than the outgoing E60 V10 model.

Most F10 M5s were manufactured with a 7 speed dual clutch transmission, however in the North American market BMW offered a 6 speed manual transmission.  A total of only 577 manual transmission cars were ever produced.

A total of 19,533 examples of the F10 M5 were produced world wide, all manufactured on the same assembly line as the standard 5 series models in the Dingolfing factory north east of Munich.

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BMW E21 paint codes and color options:

Below is the most complete, comprehensive list of BMW E21 paint codes and color options for the first generation 3 series. The list of E21 paint codes and color options are the complete list of the world wide market. Not all paint options were available in all markets and all years.

There seems to be debate over Olive Green and Safari Beige for the E21, however we added them below anyway.   All colors were not offered in all markets of the world. 

With the gaining popularity of the E21, people have painted them virtually every color BMW had to offer whether it was an OEM option or not.  Over time we will go back and refine it as we dig deep for more information that will make the list complete.

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BMW E21 3 series background:

The E21 was the first generation 3 series model available from Bavarian Motor Works.  The E21 was introduced in July 1975 with four variations of the four cylinder M10 motor.  

Models included the 316, 318, 320 and 320i model which was the only fuel injected model of the four.  The E21 3 series was only available as a coupe from the factory.  Some coach builders independent from BMW converted the E21 into a convertible model however.

The 4 speed manual was the standard equipment, however a 5 speed ZF transmission and 3 speed automatic ZF version were also available as an option.

Near the end of 1979 the E21 hit its mid life cycle update.  Changes included electric side mirrors, deeper front spoiler, and updated dash with modern dials.  Additional paint and cloth interior options also became available.

Production of the E21 3 series ended in 1983 as the E30 was introduced as its replacement.  The 315 model remained as a  low cost model until 1975.  The E21 had a total production run of over 1.3 million.

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BMW E30 paint codes and color options:

The below list is the most comprehensive known paint colors we could compile. BMW did not publish a list publicly of this data. Therefore, we used the most reliable sources we could find and same up with the list below. With the modern day popularity of the E30, owners have repainted them virtually every color BMW had to offer whether it was an OEM option during production or not.

The OEM BMW color options for the E30 is quite extensive and also a bit elusive. All colors were not offered in all markets of the world and all colors were not available on all models. The BMW E30 M3 paint codes are posted on a separate post and can be found through the E30 quick link below or in the menu above.

For now, make sure to enjoy the rare options and google examples of them. Seeing the rare colors make you appreciate the body design and lines of the car in a different way.

BMW E30 3 series background:

The BMW E30 is the second generation 3 series following the E21. The E30 was manufactured from 1982 thru 1994. Over its life cycle, the total production numbers of the BMW E30 was 2,344,341 units, this includes all models. Although the outgoing E21 3 series only came in Coupe and Baur editions, the E30 was offered first in coupe, then sedan, convertible, touring and Baur editions. The E30 is also the first 3 series to be offered in a diesel engine and all wheel drive versions.

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BMW M6 paint codes, color options:

The third generation BMW M6 was unveiled at the Geneva motor show in March 2012.  This generation comes in three different body types.  The F06 is the Gran Coupè four door, the F12 being the cabriolet or convertible version and the F13 being the standard two door coupe.  This body style is arguably the current best looking in the entire BMW line up.

All three models share the same 7 speed dual clutch transmission from the F10 M5.  The motor is a 90 degree 4.4 liter twin turbocharged V8 which produces 560hp and 502lbft of torque.  Compared to the M5 the F13 Coupè is 44 lbs lighter but is still 309 lbs heavier than the outgoing M6 model.  Price for a 2017 M6 start at $113,700 for the Coupè, $117,600 for the Gran Coupè and $120,000 for the Cabriolet.  

Color options start with nine standard colors, Alpine white being the only non metallic color available.  lf a customer decides on a BMW Individual color, the customer must wait an additional 6 - 8 weeks during the order process.  The extra time accounts for preparation required for a more lengthy paint process and sourcing exclusive interior trim and upholstery.  The individual colors are an additional $1,950 for the gloss metallic colors and an additional $3600 to the base price for the "frozen" colors.

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The BMW F80 M3 (sedan) and F82 M4 (coupe) were new in the 2014 model year (2015 for USA). The unveiling of the two new vehicles took place at the Detroit Motor show in Michigan. This was the first time BMW created the M4 as the sole marking for the coupe version and M3 for the sedan version.

This is also the first time BMW produced a M3 model with a forced induction motor. The previous generation motor found in the E90 / E92 was a naturally aspirated V8 outputting 414 horsepower. You can view our post on the E90 / E92 OEM paint color options through the link HERE.  This new generation of M models outputs 425 horsepower through a twin turbocharged inline 6 cylinder engine.

The top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph however if the customer orders the "M driver's package" the speed is raised to a max 174mph. Although the new M3 and M4 have two fewer cylinders in the motor than the outgoing V8 model, BMW only aged to save 133 pounds in the new model. Granted this is not all weight savings just in the motor. The F80 M3 and F82 M4 now also feature a carbon fiber drive shaft to help save weight as well.

Dealer paint options come limited to eight base colors unless the buyer is will to pay extra for a BMW Individual paint. Of the eight base colors, all are metallic except for Alpine White.

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