This Part
Let`s make sure you are clear on what this listing offers, exactly.Basically
This listing offers a door exterior handle (cover plate).Driver or Passenger Side
The part being offered here is for the driver side in the context of the US market.Color
The color is Steel gray metallic, a.k.a.: Stahlgrau Metallic, with color code: 400.Fitment
The part being offered here is expected to fit- a BMW 3 Series, 4th generation. Another name for this model series or body style is E46.
For the US market, the part being offered here does not fit the entire model series range. Please see the fitment chart.
This part does not fit all of the years for this model series. It only fits: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006.
This part does not fit all of the body styles for this model series. It only fits the 2-Door, 4-Door, Convertible, M Coupe 2-Door, and Touring and only for the years indicated.
This part does not fit all of the model names for this model series. It only fits the 320i, 323i, 325ci, 325i, 325xi, 330ci, 330i, 330xi, and M3 and only for the years indicated.
Part Number
The part number officially assigned for this part is 51218241405. The parts literature sometimes shows the first four digits of the part number separate from the last seven digits, like this: 5121 8241405. Sometimes they use periods and dashes in the part number; sometimes not.Pictures
The pictures you see on this listing are of the actual part you would be buying.Not Included
The listing specifically does not include: Gasket. Lock cylinder..For many buyers, their exterior door handle colored plastic cover is not missing, just damaged but the related parts are intact. Many buyers are fine with transferring these from their existing part.
But, for buyers who need to replace the related parts too, we offer them for sale separately:
Genuine BMW E46 Door. Lock cylinder with surrounding structure but no key: For driver front only
Genuine BMW E46 Exterior handle gasket. Rearmost. Driver 51217012769
Quality
The part we are offering here is a used but genuine BMW part. It was most likely original equipment (OE) installed at the factory when the car was manufactured. The company who supplied this part is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).Finally ...
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Part-Specific Flaws
Damage.Donor Vehicle
2002 325xi 4-Door. If you need the VIN, please ask.Finally ...
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