3-Piece Front Bumper Lip Spoiler for BMW E39 M5 — a three-piece front bumper lip that fits below the existing M5 bumper to lower the visual front end and add a splitter line. It also takes the scrapes that kerbs and steep driveways would otherwise inflict on the painted bumper itself.
Why it is worth fitting
The front bumper is the part of a car that meets kerbs, steep driveways and speed bumps first, and the E39 M5 bumper is a large, expensive painted panel. A lip fitted underneath it changes where those scrapes land: instead of the paint, the kerb meets a replacement part. That alone justifies the cost on a car where an original M5 front bumper is now difficult and costly to source. The visual effect is the other half — a front lip lowers the apparent stance of the car and completes the splitter line that the standard M5 bumper stops short of. The three-piece construction is what makes it practical: it can be shipped flat and it accommodates the slight curvature of the bumper across the centre and both corners without needing a single large moulding.
Key features
- Three-piece design that bolts to the underside of the front bumper
- Lowers the visual stance of the front end and adds a splitter line
- Takes kerb, speed-bump and driveway scrapes instead of the painted bumper
- Bolt-on attachment using the supplied fixings, no bonding required
- Moulded to suit the E39 M5 bumper profile rather than a generic shape
- Matched to OE reference 51118745834 for verification
- Three-piece construction ships flat and follows the bumper curvature
- Can be finished to match the body colour or left in a contrasting finish
Specifications
| Type | Front bumper lip / spoiler |
|---|---|
| Items included | Front lip and front shovel, three pieces |
| OE reference | 51118745834 |
| Attachment | Bolt-on |
| Fitment | Vehicle-specific — BMW E39 M5 |
| Size | 76 × 18 × 24 cm |
| Condition | New |
| Purpose | Replace or repair |
| Country of origin | China |
Will it fit?
Specific to the BMW E39 M5 front bumper, model years 1997 to 2004. This is not a universal part, and it will not fit a standard non-M E39 bumper without modification, because the M5 bumper has a different lower profile and mounting arrangement. Confirm your bumper type before ordering. Check the OE reference 51118745834 against your car, and be aware that a car may have had a replacement or aftermarket bumper fitted at some point in its life, which changes what will fit.
Fitting and first use
Work with the front of the car raised on stands or ramps so you have room underneath. Clean the underside of the bumper thoroughly and dry it. Offer the three pieces up without fixing them, so you can judge how they align across the centre and into the corners; the centre piece usually locates first, with the corners following. Fix with the supplied fasteners, using the existing mounting points or self-tapping screws into the bumper’s lower edge as appropriate. Work from the centre outwards and check alignment repeatedly, because these parts are easier to adjust before they are tight. Check ground clearance afterwards, particularly on a car with lowered suspension, and confirm the lip does not contact a speed bump or a kerb on a standard driveway.
Care and maintenance
Wash the lip whenever you wash the car, and check the fasteners at each wash — a front lip is the lowest part of the vehicle and takes impact, so it is the most likely thing to work loose. If you catch a kerb, check that the lip has not cracked or pulled away from the bumper, because a partially attached lip will catch the wind and tear off. If the item is left unpainted, treat it with a plastic restorer rather than a paint product. Repaint any deep scratches on a painted lip before rust can establish itself if the material is ferrous.
Frequently asked questions
Will it fit a standard E39 bumper?
No. It is moulded for the E39 M5 bumper and will not fit a standard non-M E39 bumper without modification.
Does it need to be painted?
It can be fitted as supplied or painted to match the body colour. Many owners leave it in a contrasting finish to match the bumper trim.
Will it reduce ground clearance?
Yes, it sits below the existing bumper, so ground clearance at the front is reduced slightly. Check clearance on your usual driveways and speed bumps before committing.
Does it come with fixings?
Yes, the set is supplied with the mounting hardware. Take care over the alignment before tightening anything down, since adjustment afterwards is much harder.
SKU: AP-030 | Category: Car Spoiler Lip
Delivery is a flat €12 per order. See our Returns & Exchanges page for delivery times, your 14-day right of withdrawal and the 2-year legal guarantee of conformity.
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