Genuine BMW Part
Photos coming soon — see the BMW diagram below
02 View BMW DiagramSee this part on the official exploded view→This is a genuine BMW cover, part number 51 45 8 236 978. The number stamped on the part is 51458236978; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8236978. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Covering, inner.
It fits the E36 compact (318ti, 1995–1999), with the M42 or M44 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on the Dashboard Covering/Passenger's Airbag (51_2164) diagram. It weighs about 310 g (0.7 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
Details
51 45 8 236 978514582369788236978Every used part is inspected and graded before listing. Condition grades:
- Good — minimal wear, fully functional.
- Fair — normal wear, fully functional.
- Acceptable — visible wear, still functional.
Returns: 30 days if a part arrives damaged or isn't what the listing described. Full policy.
Shipping: Ships within the US. Orders ship within 1–2 business days; small parcels ship free on orders of $75.00 or more. Oversize items ship at a flat $49.99 each — free shipping does not cover them.