Clamping bolt — a genuine BMW part, number 82 79 9 404 859. The number stamped on the part is 82799404859; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 9404859. You will find it on our Merchandise & Accessories shelf, under Other Universal Accessories parts.
It fits the E36 sedan, touring and compact (318i, 318ti, 320i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1992–1999), with the M40, M42, M43, M44, M50 or M52 and other engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 4 diagrams, among them New roof bar (03_3124) and Roof rack (03_3125). It weighs about 5 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.
