Folding-top frame — a genuine BMW part, number 54 31 8 215 985. The number stamped on the part is 54318215985; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8215985. You will find it on our Exterior Body shelf, under Other Sliding Roof / Folding Top parts.
It fits the E36 convertible (318i, 323i, 328i and M3, 1994–1999), with the M42, M43, M44, M52, S50 or S52 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on the Manual/Electromech.Semiautom.Folding Top (54_0180) diagram. It weighs about 28 kg (62 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
