Windshield cowls back in stock

[x Spades x]

Hey Everyone,

Just a heads up that these are FINALLY in stock. Here's the link... scoop one up asap!

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-bremmen-parts/windshield-cowl-e46-coupe-and-convertible/51718232894~brp/

[m3_tristan]

Not oem though? Are these just as good?

[simon_c]

There's another thread about this and the ship date has been pushed back little by little too. I wanted to know if this was OEM as well.

[jayjaya29]

This is not OEM, Bremmen parts is owned by ECS.

[simon_c]

This is not OEM, Bremmen parts is owned by ECS.

Good knowledge there. Would be interesting to know how this part compares to the Amazon versions that others seem to be mostly happy with.

[m3_tristan]

Good knowledge there. Would be interesting to know how this part compares to the Amazon versions that others seem to be mostly happy with.

If I were to make an assumption, there are all probably from the same place.

[x Spades x]

Apologies, I thought these were oem. Please disregard then!

[davidinnyc]

I'll buy one and see how it fares against an OEM one I have sitting in the garage, also new. Will report findings.

[Kipjames3]

I purchased one. The date for shipment has already pushed back a couple of days so we'll see. Mine is done so anything will probably be an upgrade.

Another member recommended this one also. Probably the same batch but it was cheaper. I'll try it if the one I ordered from Turners doesn't work out.

https://bruceshark.com/en-us/products/windshield-wiper-cover-vent-cowl-grille-panel-for-bmw-3-series-e46-coupe?_pos=1&_sid=cf88abf1a&_ss=r

[Kipjames3]

Price has already went up $20 on it since releasing. Date keeps getting pushed back too.

[Sid_E46]

I am willing to bet that these are made in the same factory as the Amazon replicas and labeled Bremmen.

https://www.amazon.com/GRAND-ORANGE-Windshield-Wiper-Panel/dp/B0G7FC1SMT?crid=1RYHQC4DFV2J0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5CSmWd3s6TdsrKNsfwGuvi-n0G2eG1Z6dh8qg9rriveej4N01NOlySctyaOPNfd_Kw4nFYr7m9V-h_CTQCKC4o4Ew_kT9g-knbsa2jOXuxoeOgB-zDL0w_sum3FCxEd726NVJg4U1rsoQJS12o-GN4ydYsvuYyowMK9F1lS5zim71jX9xGAGf7X5pBl9Zhi4PIqrrVra1t3kUAiwCfk0k7fA1wEt3OIBUc03upNP5BNtFWe7D1eSiqTomZzWkV3EM4rdPdbNrijctyGQRfjKaExgNmEkm3aALr0qTJ_SO4s.DyuiPfzdq0DhMO6T8MuqyvP6K-5BLOH5ojclKrsr-2U&dib_tag=se&keywords=bmw%2Be46%2Bwindshield%2Bwiper%2Bcowl%2Bcoupe&qid=1769039588&sprefix=bmw%2Be46%2Bwindshield%2Bwiper%2Bcowl%2Bcoup%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-6&th=1

[cobra]

I am willing to bet that these are made in the same factory as the Amazon replicas and labeled Bremmen.

You have to ask yourself how many companies have the massive injection molding tool needed to create this part. Very likely if it exists and looks the same as stock, it's going to fit the same and you just have to hope their material and molding parameters are up to par. For something cosmetic like this, it might be worth the gamble because worst case it degrades quickly but no safety risks.

[Sid_E46]

You have to ask yourself how many companies have the massive injection molding tool needed to create this part. Very likely if it exists and looks the same as stock, it's going to fit the same and you just have to hope their material and molding parameters are up to par. For something cosmetic like this, it might be worth the gamble because worst case it degrades quickly but no safety risks.

I was more so just replying to Kipjames3 that we can buy the same exact part (probably) for much cheaper on Amazon and don't have to deal with ECS price gouging. I have bought the cowl off Amazon previously and it fits quite well.

[Kipjames3]

I ordered it when it was $144 initially and came out to $174 after shipping and taxes. So hopefully it's at least an above average product that fits well. If not I guess I can always try the Amazon route.

Now I need someone to make a cabin air filter cover (64318363423). Those are on back order as well with no date in sight.

[TexaZ3]

Now I need someone to make a cabin air filter cover (64318363423). Those are on back order as well with no date in sight.

These might be cheaper to get second hand from eBay or dismantlers.