This is a genuine BMW connection angle for left cowl panel, part number 41 22 8 151 457. The number stamped on the part is 41228151457; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8151457. You will find it on our Exterior Body shelf, under Other Bodywork parts.
It fits the E36 coupe (318i, 323i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1992–1999), with the M42, M44, M50, M52, S50 or S52 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on the Single Components for Body-Side Frame (41_0046) diagram. It weighs about 184 g (0.4 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
