This is a genuine BMW moulded part f roof frame centre, part number 41 21 8 226 514. The number stamped on the part is 41218226514; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8226514. You will find it on our Exterior Body shelf, under Other Bodywork parts.
It fits the E46 coupe (323i, 325i, 328i, 330i and M3, 2000–2006), with the M52, M54, M56 or S54 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on the Cavity shielding, side frame (41_1263) diagram. BMW's catalog calls for two of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 10 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.
