This is a genuine BMW spacer right, part number 51 71 2 250 642. The number stamped on the part is 51712250642; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 2250642. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.
It fits the E36 sedan, coupe and convertible (318i, 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 3 diagrams, among them Air duct (51_2112) and M trim panel, front (51_2758). It weighs about 251 g (0.6 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
