This is a genuine BMW cover right chromium-plated, part number 51 21 7 002 280. The number stamped on the part is 51217002280; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 7002280. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.
It fits the E46 coupe and convertible (323i, 325i, 328i, 330i and M3, 2000–2006), with the M52, M54 or S54 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 2 diagrams, among them Retrofit, Chrome Line Exterieur (03_0831) and Door swivel handle, front (from 09/00) (41_1354). It weighs about 15 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.
