Refurbishment of the on-board computer button panel in a BMW E24
Last updated: 20.10.2026
Type of material
Painted plastic – BMW E24 on-board computer button panel
Solutions applied
As part of the project, we carried out a comprehensive refurbishment of the entire button panel. The process involved:
- dismantling the on-board computer panel,
- chemical removal of the damaged, flaking paint coating from the damaged buttons,
- thorough cleaning and surface preparation of all buttons,
- precise painting with abrasion- and UV-resistant paints,
- laser reproduction of all pictograms and inscriptions (“HR-RATE”, “AVG MPH”, “M MPH”, “AVG MPG”, “RANGE”, “TIMER”, “TEMP”, “CODE”, “SET-RES”) in accordance with the original specifications,
- application of a protective coating to ensure long-term durability,
- re-fitting the panel into the dashboard.
Final result: the on-board computer button panel looks as good as new, and all markings are fully legible, restoring the comfort and precision of a classic BMW.
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Yes, particularly in the case of classic models such as the BMW E24, restoration is the best – and often the only sensible – option. Original on-board computer control panels have long since gone out of production, and finding them in good condition on the second-hand market is next to impossible. Our process involves removing the completely worn-out, old paintwork, thoroughly preparing the surface, repainting it, and then using laser technology to recreate all the text and icons whilst maintaining the original proportions and font. As a result, the panel regains full legibility and looks exactly as it did on the day it left the factory – regardless of how old the vehicle is. This solution allows you to preserve the authenticity of a classic car without having to search for rare, original spare parts.
No, this is a purely cosmetic repair limited to the outer surface of the buttons. We remove and rebuild only the paint coating and the printed pictograms – the on-board computer’s electronics, the switch mechanism behind each button and the functions themselves (range, average speed, fuel consumption, timer, temperature, code) remain completely untouched. After refitting the panel into the dashboard, we check that every button works exactly as it did before the restoration.
Yes. Every inscription on the panel is recreated with a laser according to the original specifications, keeping the factory proportions, line thickness and font rather than an approximation. Before engraving, we compare the design with the original part or with reference photos, so that all labels – “HR-RATE”, “AVG MPH”, “M MPH”, “AVG MPG”, “RANGE”, “TIMER”, “TEMP”, “CODE” and “SET-RES” – look consistent across the whole panel and match what left the BMW factory.
Time and cost depend on how damaged the original paintwork is and how many buttons need restoring. The standard process includes dismantling the panel, chemically removing the flaking paint, cleaning and preparing the surface, painting with abrasion- and UV-resistant paint, laser-reproducing every pictogram, applying a protective coating and refitting the panel. We provide an exact quote individually after receiving photos of the panel – you can also send the removed panel directly to our workshop by courier.
We work with button panels and on-board computer controls from other classic BMW models as well – including the E28 5 Series, E30 3 Series, E32 7 Series and E34 5 Series – and from other classic and premium brands such as Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Jaguar, Audi and Volvo. The restoration principle is the same regardless of model: removing the old coating, precise repainting and laser-recreated pictograms matching the original design.
