BMW Shift Knobs, Shift Boots, & Shift Handles for BMW 8 Series E31 (1991-1997)

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Your shift knob and your steering wheel (along with the pedals) are some of the most important control surfaces in your car. We believe these surfaces should not only look exceptional but perform and function beyond expectations. We offer shift knobs that are Original BMW parts, MOMO from Italy, and other brands that we feel make driving more enjoyable and enhance the technical sophistication that your BMW embodies.

BMW shift knobs are easy to replace. On manual transmission models, the knob is pressed into a groove at the top of the shift lever. It simply needs to be pulled off - place the transmission into 2nd gear and yank hard towards your chest (not your head). 2nd gear offers a better leverage point than anything else. To install the new knob just slide it over the shift lever and press down firmly. You will feel the knob 'snap' into place.

Note that some factory knobs are a one-piece design with the boot. Upgrading your knob may require a new boot as well.

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Manual BMW Shift Knob - ZHP Style Weighted Anatomic - 5 or 6 Speed Pa...
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T#:339106
Part#: TMS1844
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This Genuine BMW shift knob is about 3/4" shorter than the "standard" shift knobs and is weighted (5.4oz) to give a better, more substantial, shifter feel for the driver. We love the subtle, yet noticeable improvement this makes in the "feel" of gear changes. It's also identical in size/shape/weight to the shift knob that came on the E46 330 ZHP, and is available in either 5 speed or 6 speed gear shift patterns.

Your choice of shift patterns:
+ 5 Speed ZHP Shift knob: BMW Part # 25117896031 (25-11-7-896-031)
+ 6 Speed ZHP Shift knob: BMW Part # 25117896886 (25-11-7-896-886)

BMW ZHP Shift Knob installed in E36 M3 Perhaps best of all, this shift knob fits ALL 1982 and newer manual transmission BMWs. That's right -- this knob can be used on ALL BMWs, 1982 and later. So no matter what model BMW you have -- E30, E36, E46, E90 or E92 or anything else -- this knob will look, work, and feel GREAT. This knob also looks and works great on all 1 series including 128i and 135i.

Note that many newer models have a 1-piece knob + boot. This is standard on most M cars and on some other BMWs. We sell new replacement boots to use with this shift knob, choose the option below if you would like one included with your order (not for E9X M3 models).

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Turner Weighted Shift Knob - 6 Speed
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T#:44258342
Part#: 025220TMS05-02
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Made for the real drivers car, we are excited to offer our new Turner Shift Knobs. Our mission was to develop a shift knob that helped connect the driver to the car. There is something about having a third pedal and direct engagement with your gearbox that makes driving worth all the time and money spent on your BMW. Every once in a while a product a product comes out and you just have to think to yourself "how could it get any better than this?" There are many shift knobs out there but none like our Turner weighted shift knobs. A combination of the correct size, shape and weight paired with the durable but smooth Delrin exterior gives you the driving experience that cannot be matched by anything else on the market. Our weighted shift knob is superior for its enhanced shifting capabilities and resistance to temperature change. No more hot shift knobs in the summer and bone chilling shift knobs in the winter, the Delrin exterior provides a barrier between extreme temperature changes for a truly enjoyable experience.

Our Turner Motorsport's in-house engineered billet aluminum shift knobs have been carefully designed and tested to bring you one of the highest quality and greatest interior enhancements available. Our shift knobs start out with a piece of billet 6061-T6 aluminum that gets CNC machined for a precision fit and finish. The aluminum components are anodized with an extremely durable and long lasting type II finish. Unlike many others on the market, our Turner shift knob features a groove where the seam of the wrapping insets so there is a smooth appearance and feel. The lower "boot lock" securing nut was carefully designed to provide a clean, OEM style seal between the knob and the shift boot by allowing the boot end to tuck down inside it. Weighing in at a shift smoothing 340g, the knob will enhance the shifting experience and pairs extremely well with Turner's short shift kits to give a full shifter makeover! OEM shift knobs have an average weight of 175g; the substantially heavier weight of Turner's shift knob will smooth out shifts resulting in faster engagement and a much better feel. Up to 179% heavier than your stock knob!

Features:

Anodized billet aluminum core
Extremely durable Delrin outer construction
340g(11.99oz)
6 Speed Coin
Anodized billet shift boot collar with Turner logo engraved
Shift knobs are available in both 5 and 6 speed variants.

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Turner Motorsport Chassis Mount Short Throw Shifter - E30 E36 E39 E46...
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Part#: 049570LA01KT
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The ULTIMATE shifter upgrade for your BMW! Experience more precise throws, less shift lever travel, and an all-around transformation in your shifting experience.

For dozens of years, enthusiasts have critiqued the imprecise and vague feeling of BMW manual transmissions. Plagued with long throws, fore and aft play in gear, and a generally loose feeling, your OEM BMW shifter leaves much to be desired. While most standard carrier-mount short throw shifter kits will aid in reducing throw length and eliminating side-to-side play in gear, some enthusiasts long for a hardcore, race-inspired shifter that completely removes play and excessive throw length. At Turner Motorsport we share the same desire and set out to offer the ULTIMATE upgrade with this Performance Chassis Mount Short Shifter.

WHY UPGRADE?

Factory BMW shifter assemblies are complex by nature. The main component of this assembly is the shift carrier, a cast aluminum piece positioned inside the transmission tunnel that incorporates bushings at both ends for mounting. Like most factory parts, these bushings are designed to reduce NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) transmission to the cabin. To the spirited driver, however, these bushings translate to flex and vagueness in the shift lever. Moreover, because this carrier is mounted to both the transmission and the body, the entire shifter assembly will "float" with the driveline, further increasing the vague and imprecise feeling of your shifter.

Our Performance Chassis Mount Short Shifter removes the shift carrier assembly entirely—removing any prospect of flex caused by bushings or driveline movement. By contrast, this chassis mount shifter offers a drastic reduction in shift lever travel, vagueness, and side-to-side play. An elevated base allows for moving the fulcrum point upwards, resulting in a much shorter and more precise throw. Shift times are further reduced by a tall, "rally style" shift lever, used to aid in leverage while also bringing the lever closer to the steering wheel. Our design incorporates a proprietary centering spring design, which is adjustable for increasing or decreasing self-centering force. In short, this design eliminates all the drawbacks of your factory BMW shifter, translating to more control, greater precision, shorter throws, and faster shift times.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Reduced Throw: Modified shifter geometry and heightened fulcrum point translate to a shorter shift lever throw
Improved Shifter Feel: Eliminating the shift carrier and associated bushings drastically reduces "slop" and side-to-side play in the shift lever
Increased Precision: Mounting the shifter to the chassis allows for little to no variation in gear selection
Universal Fitment: Fits many BMW chassis with the provided base plate and hardware (see "Fits These Cars" for exact fitment information)
DESIGN

6061 aluminum, 4130 steel, and 316 stainless steel construction
A type-II black anodized finish
Adjustable self-centering spring
"Rally Style" shift lever
Spherical bearing pivot with maintenance-free brass insert
Product Development:

Our Chassis Mount Shifters are designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by our Research and Development team at Turner. Nothing but the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping utilizing our in-house 3D printer and rigorous long term product testing.

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Manual BMW Shift Knob - M Logo Weighted Anatomic - 5 or 6 Speed Patte...
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T#:340334
Part#: M-SHIFT-KNOB
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This Genuine BMW shift knob is the same height as standard shift knobs - and 3/4" taller than the the "shorty" ZHP shift knobs - and is weighted (5.4oz) to give a better, more substantial, shifter feel for the driver. We love the subtle, yet noticeable improvement this makes in the "feel" of gear changes. It is available in either 5 speed or 6 speed gear shift patterns.

Your choice of shift patterns:
+ 5 Speed M Logo Shift knob: BMW Part # 25117503231
+ 6 Speed M Logo Shift knob: BMW Part # 25117896884

This shift knob fits ALL 1982 and newer manual transmission BMWs including E30, E36, E46, E90 E92 F30 F32 etc-- this knob will look, work, and feel GREAT. This knob also looks and works great on all 1 series including 128i and 135i.

Note that many newer models have a 1-piece knob + boot. This is standard on most M cars and on some other BMWs. We sell new replacement boots to use with this shift knob, choose the option below if you would like one included with your order (not for E9X M3 models).

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Genuine BMW Shift Knob - Leather without Emblem Oval Style (Push-on T...
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T#:338037
Part#: 25111221284
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This Genuine BMW manual shift knob fits all 1982 and on BMWs. It "snaps" onto your shifter level just as your stock shift knob does, and can be installed in a matter of seconds. Features an anatomic shape for comfortable grip wrapped in black leather with choice of 2 shift emblems. (Sorry, there's no 6 speed option on this knob. For 6 speed cars, we recommend using the ZHP style shift knob, which is available both 5 and 6 speed patterns.)

Fits ALL manual transmission BMWs from 1982 through present.

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BMW Performance Weighted Shift Knob
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T#:28138183
Part#: BRMSHIFTKNOB
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BMW Performance Weighted Shift Knob

Looking to enhance the driving experience of your BMW with a performance shift knob? The BMW Performance Weighted Shift Knob is the perfect choice. This shift knob is designed to improve shifting precision and overall feel, giving your BMW a sportier and more responsive drive. Crafted with high-quality materials and precision engineering, it offers the following benefits:

  • Enhances shifting precision and overall feel
  • Gives your BMW a sportier and more responsive drive
  • Crafted with high-quality materials for durability
  • Easy installation process for hassle-free setup
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