Hello.
I have recently bought a 540i E39 (1999), which is my first BMW.
My question is, are panels, lights, handles etc interchangeable between the various 5 series (540, 530, 528)? I understand the engine / trans combo's are different, what else is / isn't?
Specifically, my right rear door won't open from the outside. I've just pulled the handle, carrier, and latch off to have a squiz - the cable doesn't pull up far enough to open the catch - and see if I can fix it. If I need replacement bits, do these have to come from a 540i, or will any E39 5 series do? Any advice on these handles?
Thanks.
Bruce