Description
The Mishimoto License Plate Relocation Kit (MMLP-F80-15) tackles a problem BMW engineers never solved for the US market: where to legally mount a front plate on the F8X M3 and M4 without drilling into the bumper or blocking airflow to the radiator. Machined from 6061 aluminum and finished in anodized, powder coated black, this kit bolts directly to the OEM front tow hook location, angling the plate to follow the bumper’s contours instead of jutting into the airstream.
By relocating the plate to the factory tow hook mount, this Mishimoto kit keeps the center of the bumper clear so the cooling stack receives full, unobstructed airflow while cutting down on the wind resistance created by an off-center, drilled-in plate mount. Mishimoto designed and tested the bracket to work without interfering with the front parking sensors, and the whole kit installs in under 15 minutes with no permanent modification to the bumper. A Mishimoto license plate frame is included for a finished look, and every kit is backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
Vehicle Applications
This license plate relocation kit is a direct fit for the BMW M3 from 2015 to 2018 and the BMW M4 from 2015 to 2020, covering F8X-generation M3/M4 models equipped with the S55B30T0 engine. It mounts to the factory front tow hook location on these vehicles, so no drilling or cutting into the bumper is required.
Features
- Direct fit for 2015-2018 BMW M3 and 2015-2020 BMW M4
- Installs in under 15 minutes
- Designed and tested to work without interfering with front parking sensors
- Includes Mishimoto plate frame for a clean install
- Angled to follow the contours of the bumper and reduce wind resistance
- Mounts to the OEM front tow hook with no permanent modifications required
- Allows full airflow through the cooling stack
- Includes all necessary hardware for installation, including stainless-steel license plate screws
- Fabricated from high-strength 6061 aluminum
- Anodized black shaft and powder coated black plate bracket for a durable, corrosion-resistant finish
- Backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Material: Aluminum (6061)
- Color: Black
- Finish: Powder Coated (bracket) / Anodized (shaft)
- Illuminated: No
- Fit Type: Specific fit
- Thread Size: RD20 x 1/8in Knuckle Thread
- Length: 12.3 inches
- Overall Height: 6.3 inches
- Engine Codes: S55B30T0
- Includes: (1) Tow Hook Shaft, (1) Plate Frame bracket, (1) Hex Bracket, (1) Hardware Kit, (1) Mishimoto Plate Frame, Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
- Installation Note: Torque Tow Hook Shaft to 40 ft-lbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this kit require drilling into the bumper?
No, it mounts directly to the OEM front tow hook location, so no drilling or permanent bumper modification is required.
Which vehicles does this kit fit?
It is a direct fit for the 2015-2018 BMW M3 and the 2015-2020 BMW M4.
What is the kit made from?
It is fabricated from high-strength 6061 aluminum with an anodized black shaft and a powder coated black plate bracket.
Will this interfere with my front parking sensors?
No, Mishimoto designed and tested the kit to work without interfering with front parking sensors.
What’s included in the box?
The kit includes (1) Tow Hook Shaft, (1) Plate Frame bracket, (1) Hex Bracket, (1) Hardware Kit, (1) Mishimoto Plate Frame, and the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
How long does installation take?
Installation takes under 15 minutes.
âš WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
