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Image: BMW 1 Series Dashboard Trim Carbo Alcantara, F20, F21 for sale at MT Auto Parts £379.99 The BMW 1 Series has changed considerably over the years, and that matters when you are looking for accessories or replacement parts. The rear-wheel-drive F20/F21, the front-wheel-drive F40 and the current F70 are built on different platforms, so a part that fits one generation will not necessarily fit another. That applies particularly to interior trim, electronics, steering wheels, audio equipment and body components. Even within the same generation, equipment can vary according to engine, trim level, production date and optional equipment. If you are shopping for BMW 1 Series accessories , identifying the exact generation is therefore the best place to start. BMW 1 Series Floor Mats Floor mats are one of the simplest upgrades you can make to a 1 Series, particularly for UK driving conditions. Genuine BMW mats are designed around the specific footwell shape and use the vehicle's retent...

Image: BMW M5, M8 Series Steering Colups://mn Electric for sale at MT Auto Parts for £166.92 A steering wheel that suddenly becomes heavy, a knocking noise when turning, or a warning message about steering assistance can be alarming. The difficulty is that not every steering problem is actually a steering-column problem . Modern BMWs use several components that work together: the steering wheel, steering column, steering shaft and joints, steering rack, steering-angle and torque-sensing systems, and, on cars with electric power steering (EPS), an electric motor and control electronics. A fault in one part can feel very similar to a fault somewhere else. Understanding the difference is important before buying a BMW steering column or EPS component. What Does the BMW Steering Column Do? The steering column provides the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the steering mechanism. When you turn the steering wheel, the column and steering shaft transmit that movement towar...

Image: BMW 5 Series Genuine Bonnet Hood G30, G31 for sale at MT Auto Parts for £579.49 A damaged BMW bonnet can look like a straightforward panel replacement, but the final repair involves more than the bonnet itself. The condition of the hinges and mounting points, paint colour, panel alignment, insulation and any components attached to the bonnet can all affect the job. For a relatively minor dent, repair may be possible. For a heavily creased or accident-damaged panel, replacement with a genuine used bonnet can sometimes be the more practical option. Is a BMW Bonnet Steel or Aluminium? No single material is used across the BMW range. Bonnet construction varies by model and generation , so identify the exact vehicle before assuming what material you are dealing with. BMW's own body-and-paint documentation lists different materials for different body panels and models. For example, its technical documentation identifies the engine-compartment lid as aluminium on some models, whil...