Windshield cowl PSA:

[Cubieman]

EDIT: FCP lies in their "back in stock" emails to me apparently.



https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-windshield-cowl-e46-coupe-51718232894?utm_source=k_trigger&utm_medium=email& utm_campaign=Back%20In%20Stock%20Alert&utm_id=Back %20In%20Stock%20Alert%20%28YtAQV9%29&_kx=RP5EYaYkj Ysac_b5tYR5W96pRbOqgQwp7q3KJbM3oaw.Rsduzp


Didn't check realoem, but it does say M3 fitment.

[9kracing]

"Notes: From 3/2001, Only for production code BR93 (4th-7th character in 17 digit VIN)"


My VIN is BL93... do we still think this will fit?

[toy4to]

Thanks, I've placed an order. Let's see if they get any in stock and will actually ship.

[Keith_MN]

Had a couple small things in my cart for months, surprised FCP hadn't asked for a welfare check. They'll be pleased to see me.

Thanks for the heads up.

[~CSL~]

Along that line, I've been trying to find one of these - not available in Europe either...

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-cover-microfilter-64318363423

[elrichmeister]

Funny thing the first thing i ever bought from FCP euro was this cowl in 2016. That cowl is now deteriorated and will warranty it, problem is this part cost $76.81 back in 2016 lol.

[ATB88]

BR93 is convertible -- if the convertible and coupe use the same cowl then it'll fit

[liam821]

BR93 is convertible -- if the convertible and coupe use the same cowl then it'll fit

The coupe and convertible use the same cowl, same part number.

[davidinnyc]

+1 for a purchase, let's see if they ship!

[Keith_MN]

No go. Just got an email from FCP...

Thanks for your order with us! We’re reaching out regarding BMW Windshield Cowl Cover - Genuine BMW 51718232894.

Unfortunately, our supplier notified us that this part is now backordered with no ETA and without an equivalent alternative manufacturer to substitute, so we had to remove and refund it from your order. You'll see the refund in your account within 1-3 business days, depending on how quickly your bank processes the refund.

[Cubieman]

Thats lame, they really need to work on their product "in stock" alert emails, gets you all worked up for nothing.

[toy4to]

Lame!

[elrichmeister]

No go. Just got an email from FCP...

Thanks for your order with us! We’re reaching out regarding BMW Windshield Cowl Cover - Genuine BMW 51718232894.

Unfortunately, our supplier notified us that this part is now backordered with no ETA and without an equivalent alternative manufacturer to substitute, so we had to remove and refund it from your order. You'll see the refund in your account within 1-3 business days, depending on how quickly your bank processes the refund.

they must have had only a few, I ordered this morning, order says preparing for shipment. Product page shows no ETA now.


EDIT: NVM Spoke too soon, just got the same message

[M3Hokie]

Can confirm I got the same email after what I thought was a successful purchase this morning

[dannyzabolotny]

On the non-M E46 forums I saw people talking about a decent aftermarket cowl for the sedans, wonder if that's available for the coupes. It won't be as good as a Genuine BMW one, but if your cowl is falling apart then it's gotta be better than that.