BMW Z3 E36/7 Roadster 1.8 1.9 1995-Apr99 Rear Bumper Black 51128397515 FREE P&P
BMW Z3 E36/7 Roadster 1.8 1.9 1995-Apr99 Rear Bumper Black 51128397515 FREE P&P
Rear Bumper Cover in Black / Dark Finish
Visible moulded number 51 12 8 397 515 • PP+EPDM construction • exact photographed part supplied
You receive the bumper cover shown below. The listing photographs are the primary condition and identification record. Please zoom into every image before ordering.
| Specification | Verified / Listing Detail |
|---|---|
| Part type | Rear exterior bumper cover / bumper skin |
| Vehicle make & model | BMW Z3 Roadster, E36/7 chassis |
| Body style | 2-door convertible Roadster, pre-facelift narrow rear body |
| Placement | Rear exterior, below the boot lid and rear lamps, spanning both rear wheel arches |
| Visible moulded / engineering number | 51 12 8 397 515 / 51128397515 / 8397515 |
| Interchange / catalogue reference | 51 12 8 398 768 / 51128398768 — use only after matching body shape and VIN |
| Superseded part number | No unconditional direct supersession confirmed from the photographed marking. Do not assume later catalogue number 51128410742 is interchangeable without VIN-level confirmation. |
| Material | PP+EPDM, verified from the moulded marking in the photographs |
| Colour marking | Black / very dark painted finish; exact colour code not visible or confirmed |
| Parking sensors | No PDC sensor apertures are visible in the supplied photographs |
| Included | The rear bumper outer cover and only the components visibly attached in the actual item photographs |
| Not assumed included | Internal crash beam/carrier, impact absorbers, side guides, lamps, wiring, brackets, clips, fixings or trim not clearly shown attached |
| eBay item number | 147412623419 |
| VAT treatment | Global Accounting under the VAT Margin Scheme – Second-hand Goods. VAT is not shown separately and no reclaimable VAT amount is available. |
Compatibility has been narrowed using the photographed moulded number, PP+EPDM marking, pre-facelift bumper shape and parts-catalogue cross-reference. Production date matters more than first-registration year.
| Fit Status | Vehicle | Engine / Model Code | Exact Production Window | Essential Check |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONFIRMED RANGE | BMW Z3 E36/7 Roadster 1.8 | M43 • CJ11 |
12/1994–09/1998 Common search years: 1995–1998 |
Pre-facelift narrow rear body; match number and photographs |
| CONFIRMED RANGE | BMW Z3 E36/7 Roadster 1.9 | M44 • CH71 | 04/1995–04/1999 | Pre-facelift narrow rear body; match number and photographs |
| VIN / PHOTO CHECK | BMW Z3 E36/7 Roadster 1.9 | M43 • CM11 | 01/1998–04/1999 only for this earlier bumper shape | CM11 continued later with a changed rear body. Confirm production month, arches and moulded number before purchase. |
| Does Not Fit | Reason |
|---|---|
| BMW Z3 Roadster produced after 04/1999 | Facelift rear body, lamp/boot/quarter-panel and bumper profile differ. |
| Wide-body / wide-arch Z3 Roadsters | Rear arch width and bumper side profile differ. Exclude 2.0, 2.2, 2.8, 3.0 and Z3 M unless a specialist confirms an exact photographed-number match. |
| BMW Z3 Coupe E36/8 | Coupe rear body and bumper design are different. |
| BMW E36 3 Series saloon, coupe, convertible, touring or compact | E36/7 identifies the Z3 Roadster platform; the bumper is not a general E36 3 Series part. |
| Vehicles requiring factory PDC apertures | No parking-sensor holes are visible on this cover. |
| Any 3-door or 5-door vehicle | This is specifically for a 2-door Z3 Roadster body. |
| Any vehicle with a different moulded number or visibly different arch/rear-lamp profile | Do not order by colour or registration year alone. |
Important: the outer cover is not the structural crash beam and does not control the engine, transmission or electrical systems. Protection in a collision depends on the complete undamaged bumper system and correct professional installation.
- Cracks, splits, punctures or distortion following impact.
- Loose corners, rattling or movement caused by broken tabs, side guides or fixings.
- Uneven gaps where the cover meets the rear quarters, lamps or boot area.
- Failed filler or previous repair lines showing through the paint.
- Damaged tow-eye access area, number-plate recess or lower edge.
- Severe paint peeling, deep abrasion or deformation that cannot be corrected economically.
Designed Around the Original Body
Factory-moulded contours, mounting positions and PP+EPDM material are intended for the vehicle’s original rear body shape, helping the installer reproduce the intended panel profile and mounting alignment.Value Through Reuse
A reclaimed factory part may provide a practical route to repair when a newly manufactured replacement is costly or difficult to source. Condition, preparation needs and total repair cost should always be assessed from the photographs before purchase.Reusing a sound factory part keeps an existing component in service, reduces demand for new raw materials and can preserve the original look of an older vehicle. Always compare the photographed number and condition rather than buying solely on price.
- Park on level ground, apply the handbrake, switch off the ignition and protect the quarter panels and boot edge with masking tape or covers.
- Open the boot and remove only the floor/side trim needed to access rear bumper fasteners. Photograph the original clip and wiring positions before removal.
- Remove the number plate if it obstructs fasteners, then release the lower, wheel-arch and side fasteners using the correct socket, Torx or trim tool for your car.
- Support the bumper evenly. Disconnect number-plate-light wiring or other attached looms only where present; do not pull on wiring.
- Remove the main carrier/bumper fasteners and slide the cover rearwards evenly, releasing both side guides without twisting the panel.
- Inspect the carrier, absorbers, side guides, clips and mounting points. Replace damaged hardware. Transfer only the required parts that are not included with this listing.
- Trial-fit before painting. Confirm arch profile, rear-lamp/boot gaps, exhaust clearance, tow-eye access and all mounting points.
- Refit in reverse order, align gaps before final tightening and use vehicle-specific workshop data for all torque values. Reconnect and test any lamps/wiring before road use.
Typical Tools
- Metric socket set, ratchet and extensions
- Torx and Phillips/flat screwdriver bits
- Plastic trim-clip and pry tools
- Torque wrench and vehicle-specific workshop data
- Masking tape, protective blankets and work gloves
- Penetrating fluid for corroded hardware
- Jack and axle stands only where required
Time Estimate
Typical bumper-cover exchange: approximately 1.0–2.0 labour hours for a trained technician on a complete, undamaged car.
Allow longer for seized fixings, broken guides, previous repairs, component transfer or hidden impact damage. Paint preparation and refinishing are separate body-shop operations and are not included in this estimate.
Choose the garage’s hourly rate, then read across to the estimated labour time. Formula: hourly rate × labour hours. Parts, paint, materials, VAT treatment and additional repairs are excluded.
| Garage Rate | 1.0 Hour | 1.5 Hours | 2.0 Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| £50/hour | £50 | £75 | £100 |
| £60/hour | £60 | £90 | £120 |
| £70/hour | £70 | £105 | £140 |
| £80/hour | £80 | £120 | £160 |
| £90/hour | £90 | £135 | £180 |
| £100/hour | £100 | £150 | £200 |
| £120/hour | £120 | £180 | £240 |
- Confirm your car is a 2-door BMW Z3 E36/7 Roadster, not an E36/8 Coupe.
- Check the production month on the VIN/build record; do not rely only on first registration.
- Match 51 12 8 397 515 / 51128397515 / 8397515 where visible on your existing cover.
- Compare the rear wheel-arch width, lamp/boot profile, exhaust cut-out and tow-eye location with every actual item photograph.
- Check whether your vehicle requires PDC sensor holes; none are visible on this item.
- Confirm what accessories are included. Reuse or source carriers, guides, clips and fixings not shown.
- Do not paint, modify or fully install the part until the dry fit and number match have been completed.
- For assistance, send the last seven VIN characters plus clear photographs of the vehicle rear and old part number through eBay Messages.
Returns are handled through the eBay return process and the return terms shown on the listing. The exact part and all included items must be returned in the same condition and securely packaged. Where eBay rules and applicable law permit, a deduction may be made only for the actual loss in value caused by fitting, painting, modification, damage, missing components or handling beyond what was necessary to inspect the item.
Item-not-as-described cases remain subject to eBay’s buyer-protection rules. The detailed photographs and fitment chart are provided to help both parties identify the correct part, but they do not remove statutory or platform rights.
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Because destination coverage can change and some oversized items or addresses can be restricted, the checkout page is the definitive confirmation of whether GSP delivery is available and what the international charge will be.
Warehouse and workshop images in this section are licensed reference imagery and are clearly marked illustrative; they are not presented as photographs of a specific ThePartPilot premises or this exact bumper.
Large body panels are prepared for transport with suitable protective materials and sent using the service shown at checkout. Inspect the packaging and part promptly on arrival and report any transit issue through eBay Messages with photographs of the box, label and damage.
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