Genuine BMW part 51 25 8 132 679: Gas pressurized spring. The number stamped on the part is 51258132679; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8132679. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Locks.
It fits the E36 convertible (318i, 323i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1994–1999), with the M42, M43, M44, M50, M52 or S50 and other engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on the Folding top compartment lid (41_0849) diagram. BMW's catalog calls for two of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 27 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.
