BMW M3 1999 Bulb Size
Bulb size chart
If you are looking up bulb sizes for a 1999 BMW M3, this page is designed to help you verify the correct bulb by lighting position instead of guessing from a single generic list. The M3 can use different bulbs depending on the lamp location, so checking the exact area you are replacing is the safest way to match the right fit.
Use this 1999 BMW M3 bulb guide to identify common exterior and interior bulbs such as the high beam, fog light, parking light, license plate light, dome light, and tail lamp positions. Because lighting layouts can vary by market and body style, it is a good idea to compare the bulb in the car with the chart before ordering.
Fitment can vary on the 1999 BMW M3 depending on trim, lighting package, market, and whether the car still has original halogen lamps or has been converted to LED. Aftermarket LED replacements may fit physically but still need the correct base style and may not perform the same as factory bulbs in reflector housings. If you are changing a headlight, fog light, or rear lamp bulb, check the installed bulb first and confirm the socket style, wattage, and any markings on the old bulb before you buy. That extra step helps avoid ordering the wrong part, especially on cars that have been modified over the years.
FAQ
What bulb does the 1999 BMW M3 use for the high beam headlight?
The listed high beam bulb for the 1999 BMW M3 is 9005. Always confirm the bulb in your car before ordering, since lighting equipment can vary by market or prior repairs.
What is the front fog light bulb size on a 1999 BMW M3?
The front fog light bulb listed for this model year is H1. This is one of the most common bulbs people replace when restoring factory lighting output.
Which bulb fits the parking light on a 1999 BMW M3?
The parking light bulb is listed as 2825 or 98. Either may appear depending on the exact lamp setup, so checking the installed bulb is recommended.
What bulb is used for the instrument panel light?
The instrument panel light bulb listed for the 1999 BMW M3 is 2721. Interior dash lighting can be sensitive to bulb type, so match the original bulb carefully.
What are the license plate light bulb sizes?
The license plate light bulb listed for this M3 is 6418. This same bulb number is also used in some other interior positions on the page.
What bulb fits the dome light and trunk light?
The dome light bulb and trunk or cargo area light are listed as 6411 or 6428. These two bulb numbers are both shown for those positions on this page.
What bulb does the glove box light use?
The glove box light bulb listed for the 1999 BMW M3 is 6418. If your glove box light is dim or out, checking the socket and bulb base is a good first step.
What is the front side marker bulb size?
The front side marker light bulb is listed as 7528. The front inner turn signal light also uses 7528 on this page.
What bulb is used for the front outer turn signal and rear side marker?
The front outer turn signal light bulb and the rear side marker light bulb are listed as 5007. This is a useful match to verify when replacing rear corner lighting.
What are the tail light and brake light bulb options for the 1999 BMW M3?
The tail light bulb is listed as 5007 for one option and 7225 for another option. The brake light bulb is also shown with two compare-to-original options: 7506R and 7225. Because these positions can differ by lamp assembly, compare the bulb in the car before ordering.
What bulb is used for the center high mount stop light?
The center high mount stop light bulb listed for this model is 7506. This is the third brake light at the top of the rear window area.
What bulb fits the reverse light and rear turn signal?
The back up reverse light bulb and the rear turn signal light bulb are both listed as 7506. If one rear lamp is out, it is smart to inspect both the bulb and the socket for heat damage or corrosion.
Can I switch my 1999 BMW M3 bulbs to LED?
Yes, many owners upgrade to LED bulbs, but fitment and performance can vary. Make sure the LED uses the same base as the original bulb and understand that some housings work better than others with LED replacements.
Why should I check the installed bulb before buying replacements?
Because the 1999 BMW M3 can have differences by trim, package, body style, and market, the bulb already installed in the car is the best reference. Checking it helps you avoid ordering the wrong bulb number or base type.