Replacement M3 Chrome Side Vent

[drumo]

Had my E46 two weeks and I have lost the off side Chrome side vent. I'm pretty sure these don't just fall out but some ****** has nicked it. Grrrrr!

Can anyone suggest where to get a replacement? I have seen them for about £65 on ebay, sounds pricey and not sure if i trust ordering one from Taiwan...

Cheers.

[PeterNem]

Not sure how much they'd be from a BMW parts department but worth a try.

Look up the part number at realoem.com

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http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=PM91&amp...

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Edited by PeterNem on Monday 14th March 18:48

[foz01]

I have a set as mine were upgraded to carbon fibre ones by the previous owner in his quest to de-chrome the car? You be interested?

Cheers

[JimboM3]

Some bar steward had away with mine about 18 months ago. I refused to go the ebay route as I didn't want to encourage the thieving scrotes in case they nicked them to sell. BMW parts department are your friend if somewhat expensive!

[drumo]

foz01 said:

I have a set as mine were upgraded to carbon fibre ones by the previous owner in his quest to de-chrome the car? You be interested?

Cheers

Yes- are they in good condition?
Please email me- [e-mail] and let me know how much you would want for them.
cheers!

[IMac]

I think you may find they dont get stolen but do fall out! Even if they seem well attached when the car is stationary, at Autobahn speeds the problem is common.

[NickXX]

I took mine out to clean them. Surprised they haven't fallen out since - they don't seem to fit in very securely.

[drumo]

IMac said:

I think you may find they dont get stolen but do fall out! Even if they seem well attached when the car is stationary, at Autobahn speeds the problem is common.

I know there is a good trade in these parts as I had my bumpers stolen of my old 328 sport, so assumed it would be another tea leaf.