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Tank filler pot

BMW Part Number:51 71 8 201 078
51718201078short number 8201078
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Tank filler pot — a genuine BMW part, number 51 71 8 201 078. The number stamped on the part is 51718201078; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8201078. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.

It fits the E36 compact (316g, 1996), with the M43 engine.

BMW draws it on the Gas Bottle Trim Panel (51_2355) diagram. It weighs about 126 g (0.3 lb).

We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.

Details

BMW Part Number51 71 8 201 078
Also written as517182010788201078
QualityGenuine BMW · OEM
CompactM43ManualCH11

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  • Good — minimal wear, fully functional.
  • Fair — normal wear, fully functional.
  • Acceptable — visible wear, still functional.

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