Cover, cooling air top left — a genuine BMW part, number 51 71 8 227 517. The number stamped on the part is 51718227517; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8227517. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.
It fits the E46 coupe (316i and 318i, 1999–2004), with the M43, N40, N42, N45 or N46 engines.
BMW draws it on the Air duct (51_3275) diagram. It weighs about 56 g (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.
Every used part is inspected and graded before listing. Condition grades:
Good — minimal wear, fully functional.
Fair — normal wear, fully functional.
Acceptable — visible wear, still functional.
Returns: 30 days if a part arrives damaged or isn't what the listing described. Full policy.
Shipping: Ships within the US. Orders ship within 1–2 business days; small parcels ship free on orders of $75.00 or more. Oversize items ship at a flat $49.99 each — free shipping does not cover them.
