Hi, hey I just wanted to THANK YOU for this video. Just purchased a used 650i convertible, and the gear shifter looked like a cat had been chewing on it, covered with scratches. I checked on KZfaq for advice, saw your video, ordered by new part, and installed it just like you did. Getting the old one off was the only trick and your method worked perfectly and caused no damage. Just wanted to know, your two year old video is still valuable. Thanks again.

Thanks for posting this. My tool broke too! The nail file on my Swiss Army knife worked like a charm.

Thanks for upload. I was about to buy a whole new used shifter assembly off eBay because this plastic cover is all cracked on mine too. Didn't realize you can just get a new cover

Same with mine did everything u did and came out perfect thanks man 💯

great video!

WinstonBMW... Just purchased the same vehicle, and my selector looks exactly like your original selector did. Dealer said it's cracks from wear, as opposed to scratches. Seems believable, as mine looks the same. Thank you so much for sharing this video! It was helpful just to see how you went about replacing it, and what to expect! I so appreciate the information! Enjoy your vehicle and be safe out there! Thanks again!

Thanks.

I believe it cracks because of the heat

Honestly idk happened to me too. Feel like all of bmws consoles/buttons get messed up

Can you please share the amazon link of the cover

How does it compare to the oem cover, it looks pretty close?

Can you please share the link of where you made the purchase?

These scratches were caused intentionally by some repair shop where you took the car for repairs. It happens, especially if you were not satisfied with the repair work done on your car. There is a lot of malice, hatred and envy in some people.