Genuine BMW part 85 45 2 538 524: Michelin Primacy Alpin PA3. The number stamped on the part is 85452538524; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 2538524. You will find it on our Instruments & Electronics shelf, under Stark-marked tyre Philippsburg.
It fits every E46 body style (320i, 323i, 325i and 328i, 1999–2006), with the M52 or M54 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 3 diagrams, among them Winter tyre (85_0001) and Winter tyre (85_0002). BMW's catalog calls for four of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 12 kg (27 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
Every 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.
