e46 compact underbody plastic cover missing

[mons2b 0]

Hi. Just became the proud owner of an E46 compact. Its missing its plastic underbody cover that goes under the engine. Is this worth replacing? I gather its very expensive? Does it make a huge difference to fuel economy or any other benefit?

Edited April 20, 2011 by J B W

[jochen 4]

Hi. Just became the proud owner of an E46 compact. Its missing its plastic underbody cover that goes under the engine. Is this worth replacing? I gather its very expensive? Does it make a huge difference to fuel economy or any other benefit?

Yes it's worth it.

It improves the underbody aerodynamics and also keeps the engine clean

[matt45 1]

You may want to see if you can find one at a wreckers, altho alot are broken/missing.

To give you an indication on new price, My E36 coupe center undercover was about $450 new. And on the E39 there are 3 one for each corner of bumper and then one under engine/radiator, The 2 corners were $500 EACH (insurance).

Obviously the price will be different for your car so just get the Chassis number and call for a price. Just don't expect it to be a $50 peice of plastic.

[mons2b 0]

You may want to see if you can find one at a wreckers, altho alot are broken/missing.

To give you an indication on new price, My E36 coupe center undercover was about $450 new. And on the E39 there are 3 one for each corner of bumper and then one under engine/radiator, The 2 corners were $500 EACH (insurance).

Obviously the price will be different for your car so just get the Chassis number and call for a price. Just don't expect it to be a $50 peice of plastic.

Thanks guys for your advice I appreciate it.

[mons2b 0]

Hi

Does anyone know if a splash shield from a (e46) sedan will fit the compact or does it have to be compact specific?