Genuine BMW part 41 12 8 176 248: Module bracket. The number stamped on the part is 41128176248; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8176248. You will find it on our Exterior Body shelf, under Other Bodywork parts.
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 2 diagrams, among them Floor Panel Trunk/Wheel Housing Rear (41_0854) and Body skeleton (41_0954). It weighs about 61 g (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.