This is a genuine BMW lever left, part number 54 12 8 119 747. The number stamped on the part is 54128119747; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8119747. You will find it on our Exterior Body shelf, under Other Sliding Roof / Folding Top parts.
It fits the E36 sedan, coupe, touring and compact (318i, 318ti, 320i, 323i, 325i and 328i, 1992–1999), with the M40, M42, M43, M44, M50 or M52 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 2 diagrams, among them Sliding Lifting Roof Frame (54_0190) and Sliding Lifting Roof Frame (54_0191). It weighs about 30 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.
