Supporting fork f absorber element — a genuine BMW part, number 41 11 8 171 144. The number stamped on the part is 41118171144; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8171144. 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 the Floor Panel Trunk/Wheel Housing Rear (41_0854) diagram. It weighs about 385 g (0.8 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
