This is a genuine BMW cable strap set f folding top, part number 61 31 9 071 231. The number stamped on the part is 61319071231; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 9071231. You will find it on our Electrical shelf, under Switch.
It fits the E36 convertible (318i, 323i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1994–1999), with the M42, M43, M44, M50, M52 or S50 and other engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 2 diagrams, among them Various Micro Switches (61_0075) and Various Micro Switches (61_0172). It weighs about 7 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.
