Help: Sunroof dimension problem

[bmw325_num99]

I ordered a replacement sunroof panel for my touring from a BMW-only salvage yard. I had checked the parts numbers on REAL OEM and they were all the same for e30s so I did not expect to have a problem.

The sunroof arrived and it was too wide for my touring! I assumed the salvage yard sent me the wrong one (im thinking e24, e23, e28 or something). I called them but and they confirmed it was from an e30 sedan with the VIN being EJxxxx which matched up to an e30 sedan. I am having them measure the width of the sunroof like I did. My coupe and touring have a width of approx 33.375in (correct one) and the panel they sent me is 35.250in (wrong one). I double checked REAL OEM which shows the same part number for all e30s (See below). Anyone know of different e30 sunroof widths? Maybe their parts car had an aftermarket sunroof? I could not find a part number on it so if anyone knows if there is a part number stamped into a e30 sunroof let me know.

My question: am I crazy or should even a UK touring model have the same sunroof width as every other e30?

Part 54121906710 (Cover) was found on the following vehicles:
E30: Details on E30
E30 318i Coupe, USA
E30 318i Sedan, USA
E30 318is Coupe, USA
E30 325e Sedan, USA
E30 325e Coupe, USA
E30 325i Sedan, USA
E30 325i Coupe, USA
E30 325ix Sedan, USA
E30 325ix Coupe, USA
E30 M3 Coupe, USA
E30 316i Touring, Europe
E30 318i Touring, Europe
E30 320i Touring, Europe
E30 324td Touring, Europe
E30 325i Touring, Europe
E30 325ix Touring, Europe
E30 316 Coupe, Europe
E30 316 Sedan, Europe
E30 316i Coupe, Europe
E30 316i Sedan, Europe
E30 318i Sedan, Europe
E30 318i Coupe, Europe
E30 318is Coupe, Europe
E30 320i Sedan, Europe
E30 320i Coupe, Europe
E30 320is Coupe, Europe
E30 320is Sedan, Europe
E30 323i Sedan, Europe
E30 323i Coupe, Europe
E30 M3 Coupe, Europe
E30 324d Sedan, Europe
E30 324td Sedan, Europe
E30 325e Sedan, Europe
E30 325e Coupe, Europe
E30 325i Coupe, Europe
E30 325i Sedan, Europe
E30 325ix Sedan, Europe
E30 325ix Coupe, Europe

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[nando]

there's no VIN stamped on a sunroof panel, so there's no way to prove it's from an E30 - except you know it's not because it doesn't fit! there are not 2 different sized sunroof panels that I've ever heard of in all the years of being into E30s...

[bmw325_num99]

there's no VIN stamped on a sunroof panel, so there's no way to prove it's from an E30 - except you know it's not because it doesn't fit! there are not 2 different sized sunroof panels that I've ever heard of in all the years of being into E30s...

Thank you for the confirmation. They must have sent me the wrong one. Now I just have to prove it to them so they send me a new one for free....

[bmw325_num99]

Also, my buddy measured his coupe just now. This is 2 coupes and a touring with the same width sunroof and same part number on REAL OEM so must have been the salvage yard goofing up.

[roguetoaster]

It is possible that the salvage yard sent you an aftermarket sunroof panel. Was there a part number on the panel they sent you? Either way, explain the situation to them and I'd bet they will rectify the situation.

[bmw325_num99]

no part number but I thought of the aftermarket angle also. It looks pretty factory but I could be mistaken. Once i convince them of their error Im sure I will have no problems with a refund/replacement. Just wanted to make sure I am not crazy and have some extra ammo on my side if they dont believe me. Thanks for your input.

[AndrewBird]

Have them send a picture of them measuring the opening of the car they got it out of. Should clear things up pretty quick.

[bmw325_num99]

The vendor called me back saying they will send me a new one. They didnt explain how the mistake happened on their end in the voicemail. Thanks for your help everyone!