Genuine BMW part 52 10 8 161 653: Rivet. The number stamped on the part is 52108161653; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8161653. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Tail trim.
It fits the E36 coupe, convertible, touring and compact (318i, 318ti, 323i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1992–1999), with the M42, M43, M44, M50, M52 or S50 and other engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 4 diagrams, among them Front Seat Rail Mechanical/Single Parts (52_0621) and Front Seat Rail (52_0622). BMW's catalog calls for four of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 4 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.
