Pipe clamp — a genuine BMW part, number 82 79 9 404 358. The number stamped on the part is 82799404358; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 9404358. You will find it on our Merchandise & Accessories shelf, under Other Universal Accessories parts.
It fits every E36 body style (318i, 318ti, 320i, 323i and 325i, 1992–1999), with the M40, M42, M43, M44, M50 or M52 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 6 diagrams, among them Bicycle lift (03_3200) and Bicycle lift (03_3201). BMW's catalog calls for two of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 318 g (0.7 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
