BMW 3 Series F30 F35 · M3 F80 GTS White Scale Smoked Sequential LED Tail Lights — 2012–2018 · 6000LM · 36W · 6000K · DOT SAE EMARK CE ECE Certified · 1-Year Warranty · Direct Replacement
Every other F30 3 Series and M3 F80 in every parking lot is going to look exactly like BMW built it. This one is going to look like BMW built it darker more deliberate and more architecturally considered than anything the factory offered at any trim level.
The GlobalPace GTS White Scale Smoked Sequential LED Tail Light Kit is one of the most visually complex and architecturally distinctive rear lighting upgrades available for the 2012–2018 BMW 3 Series F30 and M3 F80 — trusted by 3 Series and M3 owners across the US who wanted a rear end that rewards inspection at every distance and reads as completely unlike anything the factory offered at any trim level. Deep smoked lens. Gloss black housing. Bold GTS white scale architecture filling the complete housing face with large individual hexagonal shield-shaped elements — present through the smoke in standby as dark precise architectural forms and firing on activation as vivid white dimensional output through the tint. C-shaped white LED light guide framing the complete composition. DRL animation on every ignition cycle. Sequential amber cascade on every indication.
On a Sapphire Black or Carbon Black F30 the smoked lens merges housing tint and body paint into a single unified dark rear quarter — the GTS white scale formation and C-shaped guide barely visible as dark architectural impressions in standby before transforming into a vivid dimensional white composition after dark. On an Alpine White or Mineral White F30 the contrast between the light body and the deep smoked rear end creates the single most intentional detail on the entire rear of the car — the darkened housing against light paint creating the deliberate stealth-performance statement that no factory F30 rear lighting ever offered.
Ships within 1–3 business days while stock lasts.
WHAT THIS KIT IS — AND WHAT IT REPLACES
This is a direct replacement for the complete tail light assemblies on the 2012–2018 BMW 3 Series F30 Sedan F35 Long Wheelbase and M3 F80 Sedan — the full units that mount at the rear corners of the car and deliver running brake turn signal and reverse functions. These replace your entire OEM tail light assembly on both sides. Same mounting points. Same connectors. Zero modification to the factory harness or body required.
THE GTS WHITE SCALE ARCHITECTURE THROUGH SMOKED LENS — THE DESIGN THAT DEFINES THIS KIT
The GTS designation references the specific internal architecture that makes this kit immediately and unmistakably distinct from every other smoked lens option for the F30 and M3 platform. Where standard smoked lens kits use uniform LED strips or dot clusters this kit fills the complete F30 housing face with a bold GTS scale formation — large individual hexagonal shield-shaped elements arranged in a precisely staggered cascading pattern that creates genuine dimensional depth and visual complexity through the smoked tint at every viewing distance.
Each individual scale element is a distinct geometric form — a hexagonal shield shape with clean angular edges that reads through the smoked tint in standby as a dark precise architectural impression and fires on activation as a vivid white LED output point cutting through the tint with concentrated intensity. The complete formation covers the housing face from the C-shaped upper guide perimeter to the lower outer edge in a cascading diagonal composition that reads as textured dimensional and genuinely architectural rather than flat or uniform — even through the smoked treatment.
Up close each individual element reveals its precise hexagonal geometry through the tint — a detail that rewards the inspection the composition draws from any following distance. At following distance the complete white scale formation reads through the smoked lens as a single vivid white architectural mass — brighter and more visually complex than any flat LED panel or uniform strip kit available for this chassis even through the tinted surface.
THE SMOKED LENS — DARK BY DAY. EXTRAORDINARY BY NIGHT.
The deep smoked lens is the treatment that transforms the F30 and M3 rear end from premium to completely unignorable. By day the tint absorbs the complete housing profile into a single unified dark surface — the GTS white scale formation and C-shaped guide present as dark architectural impressions through the smoke creating a deliberate stealth rear end specification unlike anything BMW offered at any trim level.
Then the ignition fires. The DRL animation reveals the complete scale architecture through the smoked tint progressively. 6,000 lumens of 36W 6000K output fires through the smoked lens — every scale element and the C-shaped guide firing with concentrated vivid white intensity that reads as extraordinary from every following distance.
The smoked lens does not dim the output. It deepens it.
THE C-SHAPED WHITE LED LIGHT GUIDE — THE FRAME THAT COMPLETES THE COMPOSITION
The C-shaped white LED light guide tracing the upper housing perimeter is the framing element that elevates the GTS scale composition from a textured panel to a complete composed rear lighting statement — delivered through the smoked tint with a rich concentrated character that a clear lens cannot achieve. The upper arc reads through the smoke as a clean bright white boundary — architectural precise and immediately identifiable as a considered design element — while the scale formation fills the housing face below it with the dimensional textured detail that the guide frames and defines.
Together the C-shaped perimeter guide and the GTS white scale formation create a complete two-element rear lighting composition through the smoked lens that reads as purpose-built for the F30's wide horizontal housing format at every viewing distance in every condition.
THE DRL ANIMATION AND SEQUENTIAL TURN SIGNAL
The DRL animation on every ignition cycle reveals the complete GTS white scale composition progressively through the smoked lens — individual scale elements and the C-shaped guide illuminating in sequence before settling into full running light output. The animation announces the F30 and M3 with the complete scale architecture before the car has moved an inch.
The sequential amber turn signal sweeps the complete housing width on every indication — a clean directional cascade firing across the full scale formation from inner to outer edge through the smoked lens in a flowing progression that reads as genuinely premium from any following distance. The amber sweep through the smoked tint creates a rich warm turn signal character — the tinted treatment adding depth and warmth to every indication.
6,000 LUMENS · 36 WATTS · 6000K
At 6,000 lumens and 36 watts through a smoked lens this kit delivers the output reserves that a tinted surface demands. A lower output kit behind the same tint density reads as dim and unconvincing in direct afternoon sunlight. At 6,000 lumens the complete GTS scale formation and C-shaped guide fire through the smoked tint with vivid concentrated white intensity that reads as premium and commanding at every following distance in every weather condition. At 6000K the white scale output reads as precisely cool and crisp through the tint — the color temperature that makes large individual geometric scale elements read as sharply defined and architecturally intentional at every following distance.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this a smoked lens or clear lens?
This kit uses a deep smoked lens — the tint creates a premium darkened aesthetic in standby while the 6,000 lumen output fires through the tint with vivid concentrated white intensity after dark.
Does this have a DRL animation and sequential turn signal?
Yes — this kit features a DRL animation on every ignition cycle revealing the complete GTS white scale architecture progressively through the smoked lens and a sequential amber turn signal sweeping the complete housing width on every indication.
Is this genuinely plug and play?
Yes — the harness connects directly to your factory F30 F35 F80 OEM connector on both sides with no cutting splicing or modification required. Professional installation is recommended.
Does this fit the M3 F80?
Yes — the M3 and M3 Competition F80 Sedan are included in the fitment for 2014–2018. Message us with your VIN to confirm current availability before ordering.
Does this fit the F31 Touring wagon F34 Gran Turismo or F33 Convertible?
No — this kit fits the F30 Sedan F35 Long Wheelbase and F80 M3 Sedan only. It does not fit the F31 Touring wagon F34 Gran Turismo F33 Convertible or any 4 Series variant in any configuration.
Will this trigger a check control message?
Most installations complete without any issues. On some build configurations a check control warning may appear — resolved quickly via BimmerCode or any BMW-compatible OBDII tool in under five minutes. Message us before initiating any return and we walk you through it in one exchange.
What if I have an issue after installation?
Message us through before initiating any return. The large majority of installation questions on this platform are resolved within one message exchange.
PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION STEPS
01 — Disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait 60 seconds before beginning any work on the lighting circuit.
02 — Open the trunk and locate the tail light assembly retaining nuts and clips accessible from inside the trunk. Remove the trunk liner panel if required for access on your specific build year.
03 — Disconnect the factory wiring harness connectors by pressing the release tab firmly on each plug before pulling. Remove both OEM assemblies.
04 — Test-fit the new assemblies before final mounting. Reconnect all harness connectors and temporarily reconnect the battery to verify all functions — running light brake sequential turn signal reverse and DRL animation — before securing any hardware.
05 — Once all functions are confirmed secure all mounting hardware to factory torque specification and reconnect the battery for final check.
06 — Professional installation by a licensed automotive technician is strongly recommended if you are not comfortable working directly with vehicle electrical systems.
LIGHT FUNCTIONS
▸ Driving / Running Light
6,000LM vivid white GTS scale presence at 36W 6000K through the complete hexagonal shield scale formation and C-shaped perimeter guide — concentrated dimensional and commanding through the smoked lens in every condition
▸ Brake Light
Full-intensity 36W LED activation across the complete scale formation — instant response and maximum stop-light visibility at every following distance in every weather condition
▸ Sequential Turn Signal
Vivid amber directional cascade sweeping the complete housing width from inner to outer on every indication through the smoked lens — flowing precise and unmistakably premium
▸ Reverse Light
Bright white LED element — clean anchor delivering clear reversing visibility in any condition
▸ DRL Animation
GTS white scale progressive reveal cascading through the complete scale formation and C-shaped guide on every ignition cycle
FEATURES
▸ Bold GTS white scale architecture
Large individual hexagonal shield-shaped elements in cascading staggered formation — dimensional textured and architecturally extraordinary through the smoked lens
▸ Deep smoked lens
Premium dark architectural character in standby — concentrated vivid white GTS scale output after dark — the tint that deepens rather than dims
▸ C-shaped white LED light guide
Perimeter arc framing the complete scale composition through the smoked lens — rich white and architectural at every viewing distance
▸ 6,000 Lumens · 36W · 6000K
The output reserves a smoked lens demands at every following distance in every condition
▸ Gloss black housing
Unified dark surface amplified by the smoked lens for the most aggressive F30 rear end available
▸ Sequential amber turn signal
Directional cascade sweeping the complete housing width on every indication through the smoked lens
▸ DRL animation
GTS white scale progressive reveal through the smoked lens on every ignition cycle
▸ DOT · SAE · EMARK · CE · ECE Certified
Road-legal across all 50 states and internationally quality-verified
▸ 1-Year manufacturer warranty
Backed by GlobalPace — contact us before initiating any return
▸ 100% waterproof sealed construction
Engineered for all seasons all climates all conditions
▸ Direct replacement
Zero drilling zero cutting zero modifications required
▸ Left and right assembly included
Everything in one box ready to install
▸ Premium ABS/PC/PMMA tri-layer construction
Durable impact-resistant built for longevity
▸ Every unit individually inspected and quality verified before dispatch from our facility
OEM PART NUMBERS — SUPERSEDED BY THIS KIT
▸ 63217313039 · 63217313040
▸ 63217372793 · 63217372794
▸ 63217369115 · 63217369116
▸ 63217369117 · 63217369118
▸ 63217369121 · 63217369122
▸ 63217456517 · 63217456518
▸ 63217456523 · 63217456524
▸ Partslink — BM2804104 · BM2805104 · BM2804123 · BM2805123 · BM2802115 · BM2803115 · BM2802125 · BM2803125 · BM2803120
Does NOT fit: F31 Touring Wagon · F34 Gran Turismo · F33 Convertible · Any 4 Series variant · Any non-sedan body style
Always confirm your exact model body style and build year — send us your VIN and we will verify fitment before the kit ships. No guesswork. No returns.
PACKAGE DETAILS
Package Weight: 10.47 lbs · Length: 21.26 inches · Width: 15.75 inches · Height: 9.84 inches
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
▸ Left tail light assembly
▸ Right tail light assembly
▸ Mounting hardware included
SHIPPING & WARRANTY
Ships within 1–3 business days while stock lasts. Backed by GlobalPace's 1-year manufacturer warranty. Every unit individually inspected and quality verified before dispatch from our facility. Message us through before initiating any return — every installation question on this platform is resolved within one exchange.
6,000 lumens. 36 watts. 6000K. Deep smoked lens over gloss black housing. Bold GTS white scale architecture — large individual hexagonal shield-shaped elements in cascading staggered formation across the complete housing face firing vivid white and dimensional through the smoked tint after dark. C-shaped white LED light guide framing the complete composition. Sequential amber cascade on every indication. GTS white scale DRL animation on every ignition cycle. DOT SAE EMARK CE and ECE certified. One year of warranty coverage backed by GlobalPace.
The F30 3 Series and M3 F80 — darker than factory. More deliberate than anything else in the market. The rear lighting that makes every other F30 in every parking lot look like it just left the factory. And this one look like it never should have — stealth by day extraordinary by night.
