BMW G42, G80 G81 M3 & G82 M4 Pre-Preg Carbon Fibre Air Vent Trim by FORM (iDrive 7)

This trim is a single layer piece of carbon fibre which installs by 3M-Tape, straight over your existing cockpit interior. No removal or drilling required. FORM recommend applying the adhesive promoter (included in your set) and leave to set for 2 minutes before peeling off the cover of the 3M-Tape and applying. Forge Automotive supplies this vent trim and can fit it at our Darwen and Leeds sites.

The product is developed for both Left-Hand Drive and Right-Hand Drive cars, please select your correct kit depending on what driving side your vehicle is.

Made from pre-preg carbon fibre, it creates a long-lasting, high quality gloss finish to the interior.

Note: This is for the pre-facelift interior iDrive 7. Does not fit with the new iDrive 8 System.

Key features

• Single layer pre-preg carbon fibre, fitted over the existing vent trim with 3M tape
• Gloss or matte finish
• Left or right hand drive versions
• For the iDrive 7 interior only, not iDrive 8

What's in the box

• 1 x pre-preg carbon fibre side vent trim
• 3M tape pre-applied
• Adhesive promoter

Fitment

• BMW 2 Series & M240i (2022+, G42)
• BMW M3 & M3 Competition (2020-2022, G80 G81)
• BMW M4 & M4 Competition (2020-2022, G82 G83)

Good to know

• Choose the finish and the driving side.

Supplied, fitted and finished by Forge Automotive

Forge Automotive can fit this vent trim at either of our sites: Darwen in the North West or Gildersome, Leeds in Yorkshire. Forge Automotive can also finish this vent trim before fitting with a satin or colour wrap over the carbon. Ask when ordering. See more BMW 2 Series G42 parts.

Common questions

What is pre-preg carbon fibre?
Pre-preg is carbon cloth that arrives from the mill already impregnated with a measured amount of resin. The part is laid up in the mould and cured under heat and pressure, usually in an autoclave or oven. Because the resin content is controlled, the finished part is lighter, stiffer and more consistent than a hand-laid one, with a cleaner weave and better dimensional accuracy. It costs more to make, which is why pre-preg parts sit at the top of a range.

What does "dry carbon" mean?
Dry carbon is the everyday name for a pre-preg part: carbon fibre all the way through, rather than a carbon skin over a fibreglass or plastic base. The surface still has a clear lacquer, but there is no excess resin in the laminate, so the part is light and rigid.

What is a 2x2 twill weave?
The weave pattern in the carbon cloth. In a 2x2 twill each strand passes over two and under two, which gives the diagonal pattern BMW use on their own M Performance and M carbon parts. Choosing 2x2 means aftermarket and factory carbon on the same car match.

How do I look after a carbon fibre part?
Treat the lacquer like paint: wash with pH-neutral shampoo, avoid harsh solvents, and wax or seal it. UV is what ages carbon, so a protected finish lasts longer. Forge Automotive can apply paint protection film to any carbon part before fitting, which guards against stone chips and keeps the weave clear.

Does it fit the iDrive 8 (curved screen) interior?
No. FORM state this trim is for the pre-facelift iDrive 7 interior only.

Which version do I choose?
Pick the finish (gloss or matte) and the driving side of the car.

Fitting is available on every part at our North West (Darwen) and Yorkshire (Leeds) workshops. Prefer to fit it yourself? Fitting instructions ship with every part.

In-stock parts ship in 3–5 working days, fully insured. Every part is fitment-checked before dispatch.

Covered by the manufacturer warranty. Fitting through our workshop keeps it intact.