This is a genuine BMW blind plate, part number 51 41 8 254 213. The number stamped on the part is 51418254213; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8254213. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.
It fits the E46 coupe and convertible (323i, 325i, 328i, 330i and M3, 2000–2006), with the M52, M54, M56 or S54 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 2 diagrams, among them Door trim panel (51_3728) and Door trim panel, front / side airbag (51_3729). BMW's catalog calls for two of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 13 g (under 0.1 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
