Will LCI Grills Fit on a Pre-LCI 8 Series?

barev222 · 10-01-2023, 02:18 PM

I have a question regarding the compatibility of the LCI kidney grills on a pre-LCI 8 series. From what I've observed, the design between the LCI and pre-LCI for this car is nearly identical, with the main difference being the kidney grills.

Has anyone tried or knows if the LCI grills can be fitted onto a pre-LCI car without any major modifications? I'm looking to update the look of my car, and I believe the LCI grills would be a nice touch.

m850 · 10-01-2023, 04:52 PM

From the research I’ve done, the wiring harness does not have a spot for the grill lights. I’m sure the software is all the same between the different years

barev222 · 10-01-2023, 07:56 PM

While the grill lights are pretty cool I am more concerned if the LCI grills itself can be swapped in. I wouldn't be too upset if I can not retrofit the grill lights.

jeezz · 10-02-2023, 08:00 AM

possible, but not plug & play! Read here:

https://f92.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...php?p=30104473

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m850 New Member 40 Rep 22 Posts Drives: m850 Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: DC iTrader: (0)	From the research I’ve done, the wiring harness does not have a spot for the grill lights. I’m sure the software is all the same between the different years
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barev222 Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: BMW M850i Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	While the grill lights are pretty cool I am more concerned if the LCI grills itself can be swapped in. I wouldn't be too upset if I can not retrofit the grill lights.
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jeezz Private 50 Rep 63 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: May 2014 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	possible, but not plug & play! Read here: https://f92.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...php?p=30104473
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