Alternator for BMW 8 Series E31 (1991-1997)

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The alternator keeps the battery in a constant state of charge anytime the engine is running. If your lights are dimming or you hear excessive bearing noise around the alternator, chances are that it's time for a replacement.
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Bosch Alternator - 1993-1995 V8 - E34 530i/540i & E32 740i/740il ...
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T#:1976
Part#: AL0742X
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$ 475.99

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Replacement Bosch alternator for the 1993-1995 V8 engine (M60), found in the E34 530i & 540i, and E32 740i/740iL (thru 1994). Bosch is an original equipment supplier to BMW, and is the finest and most recognized German brand of alternator available. Buy only the best alternator for your BMW -- buy a Bosch alternator.

Bosch is one of the largest OEM producers of Genuine BMW and aftermarket parts in the world, providing parts for almost every major automotive manufacturer. Bosch has likely supplied many of the original electrical (and mechanical) parts for your BMW. Thanks to their exacting assembly process and high level of durability you can expect a long service life from all Bosch products.

A refundable core charge must be applied to this alternator. Upon receipt of your rebuildable alternator core, you will be refunded the core charge.

This Bosch Alternator fits the following BMWs:
1994-1995 E34 5 Series V8 530i & 540i
1992-1995 E32 7 Series V8 740i & 740iL
1994-1995 E31 8 Series V8 840C/ 840i

Includes $65.00 core charge to be refunded on return of your rebuildable core.

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Genuine BMW Alternator Brush Set
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T#:7133
Part#: 12311727756
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Genuine BMW Carbon Brush Set

This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E30 M3,E34 M5,E30,E34,E36

Fits BMW Engines including:
M10,M20,M30,M42,M50,M70,S14,S38,S70

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Genuine BMW Alternator Cooling Duct - E31 850Ci 850CSi
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T#:38876
Part#: 12311729014
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Genuine BMW AIR CHANNEL
Fits BMW Engines including:
M70,S70


Bosch Alternator - 120 Amp - E31 E38 E39
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T#:186964
Part#: AL0733X
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$ 496.99

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120 amp Bosch alternator for many BMW M62 V8's with 7 Poly Groove Pulley. Bosch is an original equipment supplier to BMW, and is the finest and most recognized German brand of alternator available. Buy only the best alternator for your BMW -- buy a Bosch alternator. Can be used in place of bmw part number. 12311433266

Bosch is one of the largest OEM producers of Genuine BMW and aftermarket parts in the world, providing parts for almost every major automotive manufacturer. Bosch has likely supplied many of the original electrical (and mechanical) parts for your BMW. Thanks to their exacting assembly process and high level of durability you can expect a long service life from all Bosch products.

A refundable core charge must be applied to this alternator. Upon receipt of your rebuildable alternator core, you will be refunded the core charge.

This Bosch Alternator fits the following BMWs:
1997-1998 E39 5 Series 540i
1997-1998 E38 BMW 740i 740il
1996-1999 E31 BMW 840i 840ci

Includes $65.00 core charge to be refunded on return of your rebuildable core.

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Compact Alternator - E31, E38
140A
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T#:13080
Part#: 12311741138
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Genuine BMW At-Compact Alternator - 140A
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E38,E39

Fits BMW Engines including:
M60,M62,M73,M73N

Condenser - E31, E32, E34
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T#:181023
Part#: 12311722989
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Genuine BMW Condenser
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E34 M5,E34

Fits BMW Engines including:
M30,M70,S38,S70


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