Cover, top — a genuine BMW part, number 82 79 9 404 128. The number stamped on the part is 82799404128; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 9404128. You will find it on our Merchandise & Accessories shelf, under Other Universal Accessories parts.
It fits the E36 sedan and coupe (318i, 320i, 323i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1992–1999), with the M40, M42, M43, M44, M50 or M52 and other engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 2 diagrams, among them Base support system (03_3121) and Base support system (03_3138). BMW's catalog calls for two of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 214 g (0.5 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
