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Synthetic strip

BMW Part Number:54 12 8 173 540
54128173540short number 8173540
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Fits E36 — 316g, 316i, 316i 1.6, 316i 1.9, 318i, 318is, 318tds, 318ti +10 more
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Synthetic strip – BMW diagram08 View BMW DiagramSee this part on the official exploded view

This is a genuine BMW synthetic strip, part number 54 12 8 173 540. The number stamped on the part is 54128173540; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8173540. You will find it on our Exterior Body shelf, under Other Sliding Roof / Folding Top parts.

It fits the E36 sedan, coupe, touring and compact (318i, 318ti, 320i, 323i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1992–1999), with the M42, M43, M44, M50, M52 or S50 engines — and the European-market versions.

BMW draws it on 3 diagrams, among them Headlining / Handle (51_2040) and Headlining / Handle (51_2178). It weighs about 384 g (0.8 lb).

We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.

Details

BMW Part Number54 12 8 173 540
Also written as541281735408173540
QualityGenuine BMW · OEM
CompactM43ManualCH11
SedanM52AutomaticCB85

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