BrandonSS

I haven't really noticed this on any other 5 series I've seen around my area. I do see they sell a square grill cover piece but it doesn't appear to be what I'm missing? Is my bumper missing something or is this a functional duct?

Thanks!

Boost7

I'm not sure what the circle part is on the passenger side of the front grill, other than that it looks complete to me.

BrandonSS

That would be the part I'm talking about

ETNav382

That's the cutout for either night vision or active cruise control, I believe. if you don't have it then it should be a blank like the other side is.

BrandonSS

Hmm.. I dont believe I have either of those options? I have HUD, rain sensing wipers, etc but not sure about those. Also no heated seats (was a southern car )

plowery21

This area on my Msport is a solid plastic grill piece with the mesh pattern that is removable..i guess to be interchangeable with a piece like yours. Mine got knocked out by a retread in the road. I went to a body shop and they ordered the part for like $43.00.

BrandonSS

Thanks, it appears you are right. It does snap in and out. I wonder why mine has this piece. when I do my brakes next week and test fit my m6 reps I will see if there is any way to make this somewhat functional or useful for anything be it a brake duct or even a scoop up towards the intake. I'm sure it wont help much but since it's already there...

cakes

I'm missing both those pieces. I originally thought it was the design of the bumper, but I'm not sure why they're not on the car. According to real OEM they're $36 each:
RealOEM.com BMW E60N 550i M Trim, front

I'll probably end up getting them next time I need to order parts.

BrandonSS

How can I tell if I have Active cruise? It says thats what the passenger side one is for as previously mentioned.

KyleB

You do not have active cruise. I can tell just by looking at the front of your car.

That hole is supposed to be covered by a snap-in mesh grille piece. It is missing.