BMW ///M3 Type 1 vs Type 2 LED Grille Badge
BMW ///M3 Type 1 and Type 2 badges both measure 130 × 42 × 52 mm, but their catalog images show different treatments of the M3 artwork. Type 1 has colored stripes beside white M3 lettering. Type 2 presents the complete ///M3 mark in white in its standard catalog image and lists more fixed-color choices. Compare the exact gallery and selector before deciding.
Same dimensions, different lighting selectors
The BMW ///M3 Type 1 product page lists STANDARD or FLOW. Its description says the colored design remains unchanged, while FLOW changes the white illuminated areas through the LED Hue app over Bluetooth. The BMW ///M3 Type 2 page lists White, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Ice Blue, Purple or FLOW.
| Version | Dimensions, W × H × overall depth | Lighting notes on the listing |
|---|---|---|
| ///M3 Type 1 | 130 × 42 × 52 mm | STANDARD or FLOW; colored artwork stays unchanged |
| ///M3 Type 2 | 130 × 42 × 52 mm | Seven fixed-color options or FLOW |
Both product pages describe an acrylic body and two-screw mounting with a backing plate and fixing nuts. Each lists IP67 and notes that wiring connections must also be protected during installation. The listed depth includes mounting hardware. Follow the exact instructions supplied with the selected badge.
Which visual treatment do you prefer?
Choose Type 1 if you want the colored stripes retained beside the M3 lettering in its standard design. Choose Type 2 if you prefer a single-color presentation and want the selector to offer fixed LED colors. Both pages list FLOW, but the product description for Type 1 specifically says the colored design remains unchanged while the white illuminated areas change. For Type 2, use its own gallery and description to understand the selected lighting effect.
Do not use a gallery photo to infer which variant is selected. Check the option name on the live product page, then verify that the displayed product title still says Type 1 or Type 2 as intended. If the selector and image do not make your chosen effect clear, contact the store before ordering.
Fitment still needs its own check
The M3 artwork and similar face dimensions do not establish vehicle fitment. Compare the 130 × 42 mm face with a continuous potential mounting area on your grille, then check the 52 mm overall depth and rear access for hardware and wiring. Avoid sensors, moving parts, openings and other vehicle equipment. Ask a qualified installer to assess an uncertain mounting surface before drilling.
Browse the LED Grille Badges collection for other BMW designs. Check every product’s exact artwork, dimensions and selector; Type 1 and Type 2 labels belong to the listed design, not a vehicle-specific fitment guarantee.
