Genuine BMW part 51 37 8 229 479: Connection angle, left. The number stamped on the part is 51378229479; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8229479. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.
It fits the E46 convertible (323i, 325i, 330i and M3, 2000–2006), with the M52, M54 or S54 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on the Door Window Lifting Mechanism Rear (51_4105) diagram. It weighs about 470 g (1.0 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
