This is a genuine BMW fuel filter cover, part number 51 71 8 193 898. The number stamped on the part is 51718193898; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8193898. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.
It fits the E36 sedan, coupe, convertible and compact (318i, 318ti, 320i, 323i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1992–1999), with the M42, M44, M50, M52, S50 or S52 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 3 diagrams, among them Heat insulation and air duct (51_2047) and Air duct (51_2112). It weighs about 809 g (1.8 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
