This is a genuine BMW handle covering, part number 51 44 8 173 486. The number stamped on the part is 51448173486; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8173486. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.
It fits the E36 sedan and touring (318i, 320i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1992–1999), with the M42, M43, M50, M52 or S50 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 2 diagrams, among them Headlining / Handle (51_2040) and Headlining / Handle (51_2206). BMW's catalog calls for two of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 2 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.
