{"product_id":"bmw-e90-e92-e93-3-series-single-slat-matte-black-kidney-grilles-pre-lci-e9x-m3-compatible-oem-motorsport-front-end-upgrade","title":"BMW E90\/E92\/E93 3 Series Single Slat Matte Black Kidney Grilles - Pre-LCI \u0026 E9X M3 Compatible, OEM+ Motorsport Front-End Upgrade","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGive the front end of your BMW 3 Series a sharper, more performance-focused appearance with these single-slat kidney grilles. Designed around the factory BMW grille openings, this upgrade replaces the traditional chrome-heavy look with a cleaner single-slat design that better complements black trim, carbon fiber exterior parts, upgraded headlights, and other OEM+ modifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe single-slat layout gives the front end a more modern M-inspired appearance while preserving the overall proportions and shape of the original grille area. Unlike universal overlays, these grilles are designed as direct replacement pieces for the applicable factory grille configuration, creating a cleaner and more integrated finished appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe matte black finish provides a deep, uniform appearance that works especially well on lighter exterior colors while also blending naturally into darker builds. Installation is straightforward and uses the factory grille mounting locations, making this an effective front-end refresh without requiring permanent modification to the bumper or hood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Slat Motorsport Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Updates the original BMW kidney grille appearance with a more aggressive, performance-inspired single-slat layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatte Black Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the factory chrome-heavy appearance and creates a cleaner, more sleek front-end look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory-Style Shape: \u003c\/strong\u003eDesigned to follow the original kidney grille opening and body contours of compatible E9X models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDirect Replacement Installation: Replaces the corresponding factory grille assembly using the existing mounting locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM+ Exterior Upgrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains BMW’s recognizable kidney grille proportions while providing a more contemporary appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront-End Refresh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for replacing faded, cracked, damaged, or dated factory grille assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFITMENT: BMW 3 Series - E90 \/ E92 \/ E93\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 3 Series E90\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eE90 Sedan - 01\/2007-07\/2008\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003ePre-LCI applications using the compatible grille configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eE90 LCI Sedan - 03\/2008-10\/2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLCI compatibility applies to the applicable M3-style \/ M-specific grille configuration associated with this part design. Standard non-M LCI E90 models may use a different grille shape and should not be assumed compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 3 Series E92\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eE92 Coupe - 05\/2005-02\/2010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eCompatible with applicable pre-LCI E92 Coupe models using the corresponding factory grille shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eE92 LCI Coupe - 09\/2009-06\/2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLCI compatibility applies where the vehicle retains the compatible M3-style grille configuration. Do not assume compatibility with every standard non-M LCI E92 solely by chassis code.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 3 Series E93\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eE93 Convertible - 09\/2005-02\/2010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eCompatible with applicable pre-LCI E93 Convertible models using the corresponding factory grille shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eE93 LCI Convertible - 07\/2009-10\/2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eLCI compatibility applies where equipped with the compatible M3-style front grille configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM Model Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eE90 M3 Sedan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eE92 M3 Coupe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eE93 M3 Convertible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe E9X M3 retained a different front-end\/grille relationship from many standard LCI E9X models, which is why later LCI production dates can appear in the OE application data even when a grille is otherwise described as a pre-LCI-style fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Style Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eSedan - applicable E90 configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eCoupe - applicable E92 configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eConvertible - applicable E93 configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eThis grille should not be advertised simply as fitting every E90, E92, and E93 across the entire listed production range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eStandard pre-LCI E9X models and later M3 applications can share relevant grille fitment characteristics, while standard non-M LCI models may use a different grille configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eAlways verify the existing grille shape, chassis, production date, and M\/non-M configuration before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces OEM Part No. \u003c\/strong\u003e51712155450 \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e51712155450\u003ca href=\"tel:51712155450\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBAVMODS Part No:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBAV0000031B,\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBAV0000031B-MATTEBLACK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qLvRtFdCkEQ\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BAVMODS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48699997094078,"sku":"BAV0000031B-MATTEBLACK","price":62.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/8788\/1150\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_nhe5jinhe5jinhe5-2.png?v=1787124078","url":"https:\/\/bavmods.com\/es\/products\/bmw-e90-e92-e93-3-series-single-slat-matte-black-kidney-grilles-pre-lci-e9x-m3-compatible-oem-motorsport-front-end-upgrade","provider":"BAVMODS®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}