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      10-17-2021, 12:19 AM   #1
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2022 X3 black kidney grill

Hi,

I'm looking for black kidney grill for 2022 BMW X3. Any leads on where I can purchase it would be helpful ?

I opted for shadow line package but I was not able to get it on my car due to parts shortage.

Thanks!
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      10-17-2021, 05:34 AM   #2
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Not available yet. Same question at post 1 of: https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1864019
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      10-17-2021, 06:03 AM   #3
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Potentially available early 2022, with current shortages it might take longer.

I would wrap it. A decent shop can definitely do it properly.
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      10-17-2021, 07:56 AM   #4
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I'm in a similar situation. Can a wrapped grill survive an automatic car wash (non-touchless) or will it get destroyed?
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      10-17-2021, 07:59 AM   #5
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Following because I'd love the same.
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      10-17-2021, 01:01 PM   #6
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In the same boat, will be wrapping mine. I did do some digging this week and identified the correct part numbers for the black kidney grills once they are available. Several dealers confirmed these parts are not available for ordering in their systems yet:

M40i: 51-13-5-A36-BD0
X4M: 51-13-9-501-172
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      10-17-2021, 05:24 PM   #7
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IND Distribution has them for earlier models (separate grille pieces) - seems likely they'll eventually have them for the LCI. They aren't cheap, but the quality is good (I had them on my 228i).
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      10-18-2021, 06:29 AM   #8
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IND Distribution has them for earlier models (separate grille pieces) - seems likely they'll eventually have them for the LCI. They aren't cheap, but the quality is good (I had them on my 228i).
Thanks. Now the question is do we wait for OEM or wrap 🤔🤔
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      10-18-2021, 07:31 AM   #9
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Does any of you that does not have the Black Kidney Grill, have Dark Graphite Metallic (Sophisto-Grau Brillant Metallic)? If so can you post a picture.
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      10-18-2021, 10:50 AM   #10
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2016 BMW X4  [9.33]
check getbmwparts.com
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      10-18-2021, 12:32 PM   #11
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In the same boat, will be wrapping mine. I did do some digging this week and identified the correct part numbers for the black kidney grills once they are available. Several dealers confirmed these parts are not available for ordering in their systems yet:

M40i: 51-13-5-A36-BD0
X4M: 51-13-9-501-172
Part shows up on getbmwparts. Tried doing a VIN check but my VIN is unrecognizable for now, ordered anyway. Let's see how this goes.
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      10-18-2021, 12:58 PM   #12
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getbmwparts.com website does not list 2022 models at all. Guess it will take some more time for them to make it available.
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      10-18-2021, 01:01 PM   #13
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Disregard. Just got an email saying the part is backordered with no in-stock date.
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      10-18-2021, 01:52 PM   #14
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Disregard. Just got an email saying the part is backordered with no in-stock date.
Does your card get charged now or when/if it ships?
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      10-18-2021, 09:11 PM   #15
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I'm not even sure you can actually order it yet.
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      10-18-2021, 11:42 PM   #16
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I'm not even sure you can actually order it yet.
I ordered mine. My dealership said as much. Won't charge until the part is ready to actually get to me.

It has been months though… but he specifically called me to let me know the part popped up. And if I wanted to order it. That it would be filled when it was available.
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      10-22-2021, 02:43 AM   #17
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Was wondering this same thing

I recently picked up my 2022 X3 with M Sport Package. Based on a bunch of youtube videos about the LCI, I was expecting it to have a black kidney grille. While I am totally in love with this car, that would be the cherry on top, because I have a charcoal grey and between that and the blacked out exterior features of the car, I feel like a black grille would be the cherry on top.

I apologize if this has been answered, I am new to this site and not so great at navigating it yet. But, does anyone know why only some of the X3 LCI's come with a black grille?
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      10-22-2021, 03:40 AM   #18
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parts shortage.
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      10-23-2021, 04:12 AM   #19
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parts shortage.
I see, thank you.
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      10-23-2021, 11:57 AM   #20
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Anyone have a part number for the LCI carbon fiber kidney grills yet?
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      12-11-2021, 11:50 AM   #21
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Whilst on the topic, is this an easy replacement or bumper off job?
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      12-11-2021, 12:44 PM   #22
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Really easy trim tool for the top tabs and pull straight out. (don't force pull lol).
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