Got a bit of rust on my M5 bootlid which will be a pain ro resolve so thinking of changing bootlid altogether Looking at my options i noticed there is a US spec bootlid available if i can get hold of one. So thinking it maybe a subtle mod without going over the top. Wot do ppl think about this and wot are the legal issues with it if any as doubt i would be able to run UK spec plates ???? My number plate is only 6 digits but could i run US spec plates ???

US spec



UK spec

 

I cant help with your query, apart from the fact that if a copper stopped you for it then you can make the point that your plate is as big as possible on the 'standard' tailgate and this is how BMW produced them.

By the by, I think that Imola M5 looks fucking amazing.


Cheers,
Grant

 

I prefer the UK spec one personally but maybe try the low boomerang spoiler. The sort that was on the E34's? Not seen one on an E39 to really comment though ...

 

When I look at the US one, I'm reminded of the previous generation M5. Prefer the UK one personally.

 

Yes, if the recess is not big enough then you can fit a smaller plate, thats how all imported vehicles get away with it!

 

But because mine isnt an import would they still be ok with it as dont want to spend money on new bootild then find mr plod tells me to change asap. Quite likie the look of it myself and can get the front match as well but that only a add on to the bumper not a full bootlid

 

How will mr plod know it isnt an import? A friend of mine has one of those jap panels fitted to his uk rover, and has never had a problem.

 

excuse my ignorance but wot is a boomerang spoiler ???? and wots it got to with with a bootlid

 

Just tell him the car's an import! Imports are allowed to have smaller plates. Tell the copper the bloke you bought it off told you he had it imported from Hong Kong when he moved here.

The DVLA states

"All number plates must meet standard size for lettering and style (with the exception of imported cars that were not designed for UK plates and have a functional reason for not using standard size plates)".

 

Play the blonde eh sorry officer i didnt know lol

 

at the end of the day if they say change it then why not run some bike plates on the back? perfectly legal and looks as if it might fit

 

did think about the bike (square plates) but think plate might be to big for the hole so to speak in height wise