BMW E36 Coupe 1991 Left Rear Tail Light 1393333

£25.07

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BMW E36 Coupe Left Rear Tail Light

Name: BMW E36 Coupe 1991 Left Rear Tail Light 1393333
Brand: BMW
SKU: 206335474503
Price: 25.07 GBP
Availability: InStock

Used BMW-branded factory lamp in the exact condition shown

63 21 1 393 333 / 63211393333 / Molded 1 393 333

Actual Part For Sale

BMW E36 Coupe left rear tail light 63211393333 actual used part

ACTUAL ITEM. Please inspect the lens colour, mounting arrangement, electrical configuration and overall condition before ordering.

Verified part number 63 21 1 393 333
63211393333
Molded marking: 1 393 333 / 1393333

Position Left rear of vehicle.
UK passenger-side rear on a right-hand-drive vehicle.

Component type Rear combination tail-light assembly with rear-fog-light application in the BMW parts family.

Lens appearance Period amber indicator style with red and clear sections. Match the photographs to your existing lamp.

Part revision period BMW parts data records this exact 63211393333 revision as produced from June 1991 to September 1991.

Later BMW replacement number 63218353285 / 63 21 8 353 285.
See the fitment warning below before using that replacement relationship to infer compatibility.

Fitment Gate - Read Before Buying

DO NOT ORDER FROM REGISTRATION YEAR ALONE.

This is an early BMW E36 two-door rear-lamp revision. For the safest first-time fit, buy this lamp only when your removed left-hand lamp carries one of the matching references below and the plug, lens arrangement and mounting points correspond with the photographs:

1 393 333
1393333
63 21 1 393 333
63211393333

If your number is different, send THEPARTPILOT your full 17-character VIN and a clear photograph of the existing lamp number through eBay Messages before ordering.

Vehicle age, engine capacity, number of doors, an eBay compatibility suggestion or a visually similar lens is not sufficient on its own. BMW used several E36 rear-lamp versions, including different body styles, indicator colours and electrical/Check-Control configurations.

Part-Number & Connector Evidence

BMW rear lamp molded 1393333 part number close up

ACTUAL ITEM. Rear housing photograph showing the molded BMW marking and 1 393 333 identifier. This is the primary identification evidence for this listing.

BMW E36 rear lamp 63211393333 rear housing connector and bulb carrier

ACTUAL ITEM. Rear housing, seal area, bulb/contact carrier, connector arrangement and mounting points. Compare these details with your original part before purchase.

Confirmed Body Family

BMW catalogue information for the later replacement number 63218353285 places the replacement family in E36 two-door Coupe and E36 Convertible applications equipped with the relevant Check-Control specification.

IMPORTANT: 63218353285 replacing 63211393333 in BMW catalogue data does not mean this early used 63211393333 revision should automatically be fitted to every later vehicle that accepts the newer replacement. A later supersession can cover applications beyond the production period of the original component. For that reason, later models below require existing-number or VIN confirmation.

Replacement-Family Compatibility Reference

BMW model	Body	BMW replacement-family catalogue start	Status for this early 63211393333 item
320i	E36 Coupe	1991 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
320i M52	E36 Coupe	1994 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
325i	E36 Coupe	BMW catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
323i	E36 Coupe	1995 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
328i	E36 Coupe	1995 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
M3	E36 Coupe	1995 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
M3 3.2	E36 Coupe	1995 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
325i	E36 Convertible	1992 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
320i	E36 Convertible	1994 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
M3	E36 Convertible	1994 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
323i	E36 Convertible	1995 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
328i	E36 Convertible	1995 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required
M3 3.2	E36 Convertible	1996 catalogue application	VIN or exact existing-number match required

The table above is intentionally conservative. It records the BMW application family of the later replacement component but does not convert that information into an unsupported direct-fit guarantee for this earlier used revision.

Vehicles / Versions You Must Not Assume Fit

Vehicle / configuration	Fitment guidance
BMW E36 4-door Saloon / Sedan	NO. BMW catalogue data uses a different rear-light family for the four-door body.
BMW E36 Touring / Estate	DO NOT BUY for Touring based on E36 model name alone. Different rear body/lamp architecture.
BMW E36 Compact 3-door hatchback	NO. The Compact rear body and lamps are different from the Coupe rear-light assembly shown here.
Right-hand rear lamp	NO. This listing is for the LEFT rear assembly.
Later clear / white-indicator lamp specification	DO NOT ASSUME FIT. This item is the period amber-indicator appearance shown in the actual photographs.
Different electrical / non-Check-Control configuration	DO NOT ASSUME FIT. Match the installed number and rear electrical arrangement, or request a VIN check.
316i / 318-series two-door applications	NOT marked as confirmed from the BMW replacement-family data used for this listing. Exact installed part number or VIN confirmation is required.
BMW E30, E46 or another 3 Series generation	NO. This is an E36-family component.
Any vehicle with a different original number, plug, mounting arrangement or lamp design	STOP. Contact THEPARTPILOT through eBay Messages with the full VIN and photographs before purchase.

Reference Vehicle - Correct Two-Door Body Style

These photographs are included only to show the relevant E36 Coupe body shape and the rear location of this lamp family. They are reference vehicles, not the donor car and not part of the sale.

BMW E36 two door Coupe rear three quarter reference showing rear lamp location

REFERENCE ONLY - BMW E36 /2 two-door Coupe rear view. This clearly shows where the left rear lamp is installed. Vehicle is not included and is not claimed to be the donor.

BMW E36 two door Coupe body style reference photograph

REFERENCE ONLY - BMW E36 two-door Coupe body-style example. Do not use the photograph alone to determine compatibility.

Where The Part Is Fitted

Location on the car Mounted into the LEFT rear corner of the body, adjacent to the boot opening / rear quarter area. Access to the fixings and electrical connection is normally from behind the lamp through the luggage-compartment trim.

What it does Provides the left-side rear lighting and signalling functions associated with the lamp assembly. The BMW parts family includes the rear-fog-light function. Other individual bulb functions depend on the matching carrier and vehicle specification.

The assembly combines the outer lens, molded housing, sealing interface, mounting points and electrical/bulb-carrier interface. It is primarily molded automotive plastic with metallic electrical contacts and fastener components. No unsupported polymer grade is claimed.

Common Reasons For Replacement

Cracked or damaged lens Impact damage can allow moisture into the lamp and can affect visibility or appearance.

Condensation or water ingress A damaged housing, aged sealing surface or compromised gasket can allow moisture inside. The body aperture and gasket should also be inspected before fitting another lamp.

Intermittent rear lights Heat, corrosion or worn electrical contacts can cause intermittent operation. Bulbs, wiring and earth connections should also be diagnosed because the lamp is not always the root cause.

Check-Control warning A rear-lamp warning may be caused by a bulb, contact, carrier, connector or wiring fault. Correct diagnosis is recommended before replacing parts.

Broken mounting points Damaged studs or housing mounts can prevent the lamp from sitting correctly against the body and sealing surface.

Faded / deteriorated appearance An aged lens can make an otherwise good vehicle look tired and may reduce clarity compared with a sound original-specification assembly.

Why Choose A BMW-Branded Factory Part?

A correct used BMW-branded factory component gives you the original mounting geometry, connector/contact arrangement, lamp-chamber layout and body sealing interface designed around the vehicle application. With an electrical component such as a rear lamp, those details matter.

A low-cost pattern copy may look similar in an online photograph but can differ in molding accuracy, electrical contacts, lens finish, sealing, bulb-carrier interface or mounting alignment. Compatibility still depends on choosing the correct BMW version, which is why THEPARTPILOT prioritises the molded part number and VIN verification rather than relying on appearance alone.

Used vehicle parts can represent substantial savings against purchasing a new replacement. Depending on the component, availability and prevailing new retail price, savings can in some cases reach around 70 percent. This is not a guaranteed saving on every individual part.

Fitting Guide

The following is a general planning guide for a like-for-like rear-lamp replacement. Vehicle condition, previous repairs and specification can change the procedure. Electrical and safety-critical diagnosis should be carried out by a competent technician where required.

Typical Tools

Trim removal tool

Small socket / nut driver and ratchet

Short extension

Torch / inspection light

Protective gloves

Multimeter for electrical diagnosis where needed

An 8 mm-type small socket is commonly encountered on this style of trim/lamp fixing, but verify the actual fastener on your vehicle before starting. Previous repairs may have changed hardware.

General Procedure

Park safely, switch off the ignition and all exterior lights, remove the key and allow hot bulbs to cool.

Open the boot and carefully move or remove the left-side luggage compartment trim required to expose the rear of the lamp.

Before disconnecting anything, photograph the original lamp, connector orientation and the molded part number. This gives you a final fitment comparison.

Disconnect the electrical plug and release the bulb/contact carrier as required. Do not pull on the wiring.

Support the lamp from outside the vehicle while removing the retaining nuts / fixings from inside. Keep fixings organised.

Withdraw the lamp carefully without levering against painted body panels. Inspect the body aperture for corrosion, dirt and signs of previous water ingress.

Place the removed lamp and replacement side-by-side. Confirm the part number, plug arrangement, mounting points, lens layout, carrier arrangement and overall geometry before installation.

Inspect the gasket / sealing surface. Reusing a damaged or compressed seal can create water ingress even when the lamp itself is sound.

Seat the lamp evenly against the body and tighten the retainers progressively. Do not overtighten aged plastic components. No universal torque value is claimed here.

Reconnect the electrical system and test all relevant rear-light functions including tail, brake, left indicator and rear fog, plus reverse function where applicable to the vehicle. Check for any remaining Check-Control warning.

If there is corrosion, burnt contact material, altered wiring, persistent Check-Control faults or uncertainty about the electrical specification, stop and have the vehicle inspected by a qualified automotive technician.

Estimated Repair Time & Garage Labour Guide

These times are planning estimates rather than BMW flat-rate times. Actual chargeable labour depends on the vehicle's condition, trim, corrosion, diagnostic work and each garage's minimum charging policy.

Approximately 0.5 hour Straightforward like-for-like replacement with easy access and no electrical diagnosis.

Approximately 1.0 hour Replacement plus trim work, seal inspection, cleaning or basic contact diagnosis.

Approximately 1.5 hours Additional troubleshooting, corrosion, difficult fixings or electrical investigation.

Static Labour Cost Calculator

eBay descriptions do not permit JavaScript, so this listing uses a simple rate matrix instead of an interactive calculator.

Formula: hourly labour rate multiplied by chargeable hours.

Garage rate	0.5 hour	1.0 hour	1.5 hours
GBP 50 / hour	GBP 25	GBP 50	GBP 75
GBP 60 / hour	GBP 30	GBP 60	GBP 90
GBP 75 / hour	GBP 37.50	GBP 75	GBP 112.50
GBP 90 / hour	GBP 45	GBP 90	GBP 135
GBP 100 / hour	GBP 50	GBP 100	GBP 150
GBP 120 / hour	GBP 60	GBP 120	GBP 180
GBP 150 / hour	GBP 75	GBP 150	GBP 225

Labour figures exclude the part itself, bulbs, consumables, additional diagnosis, taxes or a garage's minimum booking charge.

THEPARTPILOT Fitting & Repair Service

Part fitting A fitting service may be available subject to technician, workshop and appointment availability. Ask through eBay Messages before purchasing or travelling.

Mechanical repairs Repair work may also be available by prior arrangement and subject to workshop capacity. Please discuss the vehicle and required work through eBay Messages.

25,000+ Parts In Stock

THEPARTPILOT carries more than 25,000 vehicle parts in stock and on the shelf at any one time. Our approach is centred around accurate identification: part-number evidence, detailed photographs and VIN-based checking where the application cannot be safely confirmed from the component alone.

Identify Compare the molded / printed component number.

Verify Where uncertain, provide the full 17-character VIN through eBay Messages.

Compare Review connectors, mounting points, body style and the actual listing photographs before fitting.

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VAT / Global Accounting Information

Where applicable to this used item, VAT is accounted for under the relevant margin / Global Accounting scheme. VAT is therefore not shown separately as a reclaimable VAT amount on the sale.

Returns & Fitment Responsibility

The return terms displayed by eBay on this listing apply. Please complete all fitment checks before installing the part.

Before installation Compare the part number, connector, mounting points, lens pattern and photographs against your removed component.

If uncertain Contact THEPARTPILOT through eBay Messages with the complete 17-character VIN and clear photographs before ordering.

Returned items should be in the same condition in which they were supplied. Where eBay policy permits a seller deduction for actual loss in value resulting from installation, damage, missing components or handling beyond reasonable inspection, any applicable deduction will be assessed in accordance with eBay's current policy. There is no automatic restocking percentage stated in this description.

Condition & Used-Part Expectations

This is a used component. Please expect normal age-related cosmetic marks consistent with the photographs. The photographs of the item are part of the condition description and should be examined carefully at full size.

Unless specifically shown or stated otherwise, do not assume that unrelated bulbs, trim pieces, fixings or vehicle components are included. The sale is for the part shown in the actual-item images.

Supporting A Local Parts Business & Reusing Vehicle Components

Buying a serviceable used vehicle component supports a specialist local parts business while giving an existing component another useful life. Reusing suitable parts keeps serviceable material in circulation for longer and helps reduce unnecessary disposal.

Every correctly identified used part is one more opportunity to repair an existing vehicle rather than discarding a usable component. THEPARTPILOT's goal is simple: identify the right part clearly, provide enough evidence for an informed purchase and help customers get their vehicle repaired correctly the first time.

Before You Click Buy

FINAL CHECK

1. LEFT rear lamp required.
2. BMW E36 two-door application being considered.
3. Amber-style lamp matches your vehicle.
4. Existing number matches 1393333 / 63211393333, OR THEPARTPILOT has verified your full VIN.
5. Connector and mounting points match the actual-item photographs.
6. Checkout delivery address is correct.

If any answer is uncertain, contact us through eBay Messages before ordering.