Genuine BMW
SKU: KIT-514385

BMW Windshield Cowl Kit - 51711977677KT

318i, 318is, 323i, 323is, 325i, 325is, 328i, 328is, M3

Replacement windshield cowl including all of the trim clips necessary



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Price each: $143.39
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Description

Details

SKU:
KIT-514385
FCP Euro ID:
Quality:
Genuine

OE Numbers

51711977677, 51718108613, 51718108711, 51138124389

MFG Numbers

N/A

This Kit Includes

Qty Part SKU Brand Price
1 Cowl Cover BMW-51711977677 $116.27
4 Exterior Molding Clip BMW-51718108613 $15.16
4 Exterior Molding Clip Grommet BMW-51138124389 $11.96

Product Information

Kit includes the left and right cover along with required mounting hardware, a simple kit that addresses a common problem, for E36 coupe and convertible models only

The windshield cowl cover is made from black plastic that has been known to fade in color and crack from weather exposure. This piece is easily noticeable and if you care about the appearance of your BMW it's likely something that bothers you.

Cowl Cover

A cowl cover is a plastic or metal panel located at the base of the windshield, covering the area between the hood and the windshield. It serves to protect windshield wiper components, cabin air filters, and ventilation inlets from debris, water, and dirt while also improving aerodynamics and appearance.

Cowl Cover Failure Symptoms
  • Water leaks into the cabin, often onto the floor or dashboard, due to cracks or poor sealing.
  • Rattling or vibration noises from loose or broken mounting points.
  • Debris accumulation in HVAC system, leading to reduced airflow or foul odors if the cover is damaged or missing.

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BMW 325is

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    Manual RWD Coupe 2.5L L6 M50TU Gas
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    Automatic RWD Coupe 2.5L L6 M50TU Gas
  • 1994 BMW 325is Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 2.5L L6 M50TU Gas
  • 1995 BMW 325is Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 2.5L L6 M50TU Gas
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    Manual RWD Coupe 2.5L L6 M50TU Gas

BMW 318i

  • 1994 BMW 318i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 1.8L L4 M42 Gas
  • 1994 BMW 318i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 1.8L L4 M42 Gas
  • 1995 BMW 318i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 1.8L L4 M42 Gas
  • 1995 BMW 318i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 1.8L L4 M42 Gas
  • 1996 BMW 318i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 1.9L L4 M44 Gas
  • 1996 BMW 318i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 1.9L L4 M44 Gas
  • 1997 BMW 318i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 1.9L L4 M44 Gas
  • 1997 BMW 318i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 1.9L L4 M44 Gas

BMW 325i

  • 1994 BMW 325i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 2.5L L6 M50TU Gas
  • 1994 BMW 325i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 2.5L L6 M50TU Gas
  • 1995 BMW 325i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 2.5L L6 M50TU Gas
  • 1995 BMW 325i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 2.5L L6 M50TU Gas

BMW M3

  • 1995 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
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  • 1995 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 3.0L L6 S50 Gas
  • 1995 BMW M3 Lightweight Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 3.0L L6 S50 Gas
  • 1995 BMW M3 Lightweight Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 3.0L L6 S50 Gas
  • 1996 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1996 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1997 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1997 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
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    Automatic RWD Convertible 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 3.2L L6 S52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW M3 Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 3.2L L6 S52 Gas

BMW 328i

  • 1996 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1996 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1997 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1997 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas
  • 1999 BMW 328i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas

BMW 328is

  • 1996 BMW 328is Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1996 BMW 328is Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1997 BMW 328is Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1997 BMW 328is Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW 328is Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW 328is Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 328is Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 328is Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 2.8L L6 M52 Gas

BMW 323i

  • 1998 BMW 323i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 2.5L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW 323i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 2.5L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 323i Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Convertible 2.5L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 323i Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Convertible 2.5L L6 M52 Gas

BMW 323is

  • 1998 BMW 323is Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 2.5L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW 323is Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 2.5L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 323is Cowl Cover
    Automatic RWD Coupe 2.5L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 323is Cowl Cover
    Manual RWD Coupe 2.5L L6 M52 Gas

Product Reviews

12 Reviews

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Harry
on Tue, Sep 21 at 09:58PM
BMW E36 Coupe Windshield Cowl
OEM part, so fit and finish is perfect! However, please keep in mind if you've replaced your windshield and the windshield technician is not familiar with E36 BMWs and puts too much glue behind the windshield, you will need to cut the two tabs on the corners down flat. Otherwise you will notice the corners stick up and not fit properly.
Jon
on Fri, Jul 09 at 09:43PM
Perfect fit and fast delivery
The worst part of the job was waiting for the WD40 and wiper arm puller to take effect after 25yrs of being in place. Once they ‘popped’ off the cowl fits perfectly. So glad to get the sun rotten one gone. Thanks FCP! Ps if you ever need a Canadian rep let me know :)
Hisham
on Tue, May 25 at 04:14PM
E36 cowl
Amazing packaging and fast shipping
BO
on Wed, May 05 at 12:03PM
Windshield Cowl kit
Fast shipping and grade A quality. Oem bmw part. I finally got around the replacing the front windshield cowl on my 95 m3. And man what a difference it made it the initial appearance of the car. I would highly recommend if you have been thinking about this piece stop just do it and pick yourself up one of them from here with lifetime warranty
Edward G
on Sat, Jan 30 at 12:19PM
1996 BMW 328is Windshield Cowl kit
This product is well made and will refresh the look to your vehicle. Installation of the cowl is very easy. However, I recommend you get a wiper removal tool to make the job super easy and less time consuming. This product fit my car as if it were OEM. FCP shipped it with great care and the proper packaging. Kudos to FCP for a job well done! Changing your cowl will do wonders for the look of your car and help improve the functionality of protecting your car for helping channel water and debris. This product is worth the investment.
Dante
on Tue, Feb 04 at 03:33PM
just perfect
i dont know why i put this off so long. absolutely perfect. make a huge difference for looks and now my windshield is sealed again
Ernie
on Thu, Nov 14 at 03:00PM
Cowl Kit
The cowl kit came well-packaged. The kit included the cowl cover, 4 grommets, and 4 retainers.
Abraham
on Wed, May 29 at 02:22PM
BMW Windshield Cowl Kit
Initial delivery damaged the parts, but got it replaced instantly, product wise fitment is good not the best. not completely flushed to the windshield at the ends.
king
on Sat, Feb 23 at 06:45PM
windshield cowl
the best quality products and customer service in the industry
John J
on Mon, Feb 18 at 08:49PM
Great fit for 1997 328i Convertible
Decided to replace the original cowl while having the windshield replaced. This kit had replacement clips and grommets. I pre-treated it with plastic/rubber trim protectant prior to installation. Fit was great and it looks like the original.
PJ
on Tue, Oct 10 at 12:28AM
Parts arrived quickly and was a breeze to install.
Miguel
on Thu, Aug 17 at 06:59AM
Principal DIY Knucklhead
Genuine part at a great price. Perfect fitment and quality.

Questions & Answers

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Question Posted by a customer
So I bought this thinking the kit would include the plugs or buttons that hold it down in place. Instead they shipped me these molding clips and grommets. Any idea where these go? 95 M3 Coupe here.
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
Part number 51718108613 would slide into the grooves of the cowl and snap the cowl into the metal base. Inside the base are grommets 51138124389 included that are meant to receive and secure the clips from the cowl. So one grommet goes into the cowl, the other into the frame and they press together.
Question Posted by Sean
Hi team, Will this fit a right hand drive e36? Thanks!
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
No it will not
Question Posted by Billy
I am looking for the above parts for my 2002 M3 Convertible. Is this the right part?
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
No. This does not fit a 2002 BMW M3 Convertible. This fits the vehicles only listed in the application guide. We have cowls for your vehicle which can be found by entering your vehicle information in the vehicle selector on the website. Note there are two options for E46 convertibles which are determined by the VIN of the vehicle. If in doubt, please email service@fcpeuro.com with your VIN so we can assist you further.
Question Posted by a customer
The gasket is built into this unit?
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
The gasket is part of the cowl cover and is included.

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