This is a genuine BMW water outlet hose, part number 51 73 8 182 000. The number stamped on the part is 51738182000; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8182000. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment 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 Folding top compartment (41_0848) diagram. BMW's catalog calls for two of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 22 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.
