Lower Dash Panel for 1984-1991 BMW E30 316 318 320 325 51451884247
Product Description
Restore the driver-side lower dashboard of your BMW E30 3-Series with this new aftermarket reproduction knee panel. Installed beneath the steering column and above the pedals, this cover conceals exposed wiring and under-dash components while restoring a clean, finished interior appearance.
Constructed from molded black plastic, it provides a durable replacement for an original panel that is cracked, warped, sagging, or missing.
Product Details
- Brand: Aftermarket
- Product type: Lower dashboard/knee panel
- Reference OEM part number: 51451884247
- Alternate formats: 51 45 1 884 247 / 51-45-1-884-247
- Compatible Part Numbers: 51451917353 - 51451884247 - 51451917351
- Material: Molded plastic
- Color: Black
- Position: Driver side, beneath steering column
- Steering configuration: Left-hand drive
- Vehicle platform: BMW E30
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Turkey
- Quantity: One panel
Compatibility
Designed for compatible left-hand-drive BMW E30 vehicles without a driver-side airbag, potentially including:
- BMW 316 / 316i
- BMW 318i / 318is
- BMW 320i
- BMW 323i
- BMW 325e / 325es
- BMW 325i / 325is
- BMW 325ix
- BMW E30 M3
Applicable body styles may include coupe, sedan, convertible, and Touring when the original lower-dashboard configuration matches.
BMW parts references associate part number 51451884247 with several E30 318i, 318is, 325e, and M3 applications. BMW part reference
Critical Fitment Information
- Fits left-hand-drive vehicles only.
- Intended for E30 vehicles without an SRS driver-side airbag.
- Will not fit right-hand-drive dashboards.
- Will not fit BMW E36 or later 3-Series models.
- Dashboard configurations can vary according to production date, market, and optional equipment.
- Reference number 51451884247 was used on certain early vehicles and other specific E30 configurations; model year alone does not guarantee compatibility.
Compare the panel’s shape, mounting locations, openings, and overall dimensions with the original part before ordering. VIN verification is recommended.
Installation Notes
The panel installs beneath the steering column using the vehicle’s existing attachment locations. Original screws, locks, clips, or retainers may need to be transferred or replaced.
Before installation:
- Inspect the mounting brackets and attachment points for damage.
- Confirm the vehicle is left-hand drive and non-airbag.
- Test-fit the panel before modifying it.
- Avoid overtightening fasteners, which may damage the plastic.
Minor adjustment may be required because this is an aftermarket reproduction.
Package Includes
- One driver-side lower dashboard knee panel
Mounting clips, screws, brackets, insulation, wiring, pedals, and other dashboard components are not included unless specifically shown or stated.
This is an aftermarket reproduction referencing BMW part number 51451884247; it is not a Genuine BMW component