Genuine BMW part 82 12 9 401 653: Surfboard rack without fin box. The number stamped on the part is 82129401653; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 9401653. You will find it on our Merchandise & Accessories shelf, under Other Universal Accessories parts. BMW has since replaced it with 9405072.
It fits the E36 convertible (318i, 323i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1994–1999), with the M43, M50, M52 or S50 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 2 diagrams, among them Surfboard rack (03_3284) and Surfboard rack (03_3288). It weighs about 3.0 kg (6.6 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
