Finding one isn't hard. ECS Tuning, FCP Euro, Bimmerworld, Pelican Parts, or the dealership are all viable options. Finding one for under $50 you probably need to find a good condition used one, though. New will cost you about double that. Shipping a used one can be cost prohibitive, though, as it's large and kind of an odd shape.

 

realoem.com for part#

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BMW Windshield Cowl Cover - Genuine BMW 51718208483

BMW Windshield Cowl Cover - Genuine BMW 51718208483

www.fcpeuro.com

 

yeah that’s a Genuine BMW part and I have no idea where you’d find it for anywhere near $50.

 

did learn something new.
sedan and convertible use this same part while the coupe uses a different part number (than convertibles).
going to guess with the A-pillar reinforcement on convertibles it changes the fitment there like sedans :dunno:

 

did learn something new.
sedan and convertible use this same part while the coupe uses a different part number (than convertibles).
going to guess with the A-pillar reinforcement on convertibles it changes the fitment there like sedans :dunno:

i do not think that is correct. sedan/touring different from coupe/convertibles. at least thats how my PFL coupe/convertibles are.

 

I would suggest finding one at the boneyards but to find one at that age and in good condition would be impossible.
To find one at $50 or less again... impossible.
Go with what is suggested above,you may have a slight chance with flea Bay.
Cheers!

 

Take my advice and purchase a $10 puller to get the wipers off. I did this repair back in 2015 and didn't have a puller and used a crowbar to pry off the wipers and even though I was careful, I still cracked my windshield and had to get it replaced.

 

Take my advice and purchase a $10 puller to get the wipers off. I did this repair back in 2015 and didn't have a puller and used a crowbar to pry off the wipers and even though I was careful, I still cracked my windshield and had to get it replaced.

Only required if someone has had the wipers off and over torqued the wiper arms in the past. Likely due to a windshield replacement. If still as originally installed simply raise the wiper arms and give a wiggle.

 

Chinese need to get on this one. Start making (good enough) quality replacements for like $20.

 

In Europe it's €53 so $57 for the genuine one (part below is RHD/Coupe kit, which includes the clips). But don't know how much it will get after shipping/taxes

BMW 51718232894 Abdeckung Windlauf - LEEBMANN24

www.leebmann24.de

 

as much as I hate vinyl wrapping/cf look vinyl wrapping. i always thought this part might be wrapped and given more life.

 

The main problem seems to be the rubber seal against the windshield. MK3 VWs suffer the same problem and I've seen mentions of simply replacing the rubber. I'll have to dig and see if I can find more info.

Maybe something like this?

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the cowl is cosmetic. it doesn’t seal the glass. although it does direct water.

 

I ordered both the $57, had cut outs for plastic frame fasteners rather large profile, also ordered $17 version mentioned above, I used the $17 an it fit on with some glue but just about made gap to the glass. Have yet to try the other with larger flap

 

For the $92 its still well worth it to have a brand new cowl - literally transforms the car.

 

In hindsite I agree

 

When I did the cowl off it needed cleaning the crud out, helps too with rusty, salty mud around wipe shafts

 

How does the replacement from fcp euro work?

 

Here is a video that will help answer your question