BOSCH SR0492N Original Equipment New Starter - Compatible with Select BMW 128i, 135i, 323i, 325i, 328i, 330i, 335i, 335is, 525i, 528i, 528i, 530i, 535i, 740i, 740Li, X3, X5, X6, Z4 (xi, xDrive, GT)

FCP parts took to long to arrive so bought this. I was afraid that this wouldn’t be genuine, but after checking the seal and verifying the code online, everything was up to par after holding the starter in my hand. It felt genuine and installing it as a pain in the ass like always, but it works great and a great product and great price

Excelente producto, llego antes de el tiempo acordado

My BMW X5 have always has a slow and long cranking start since I bought it used in 2013, look like it has an under powered and slow starter. In August 2019 the starter just died in my driveway fortunately the truck has 117k km. I removed the starter from the truck and opened it to see what was wrong and was shocked to see all the debris and dust inside the starter (no pictures unfortunately). The brushes was completely eaten and was rubbing on the springs and shorted the rotor. when I looked for a replacement from Bosch, it refers me to a different model that does not look like the one I have (different casing foot print) then I saw this model that look exactly the same, same size and actuator with the same number printed on the casting so I order this one although it says the part does not fit my 2011 BMW X5. When I receive the starter it was exactly identical to the one I removed and it fit perfectly. where it make the difference is when I started the truck the first time, it started the engine without effort and fast (twice the speed of the old one) just like it supposed to. Now my truck have never start this fast, I am very happy with the purchase.

Update: Over 1 year later and the starter is still holding up after consistent use definitely recommend it for the price So firstly the starter is made in china which isnt a problem but $280 is almost as close to an oem unit on fcp euro i only bought cause i needed it shipped fast which is 10/10 in that area got here in 2 days. If this thing gives out in a year ill be pretty mad noting its “bosch” and every bosch product ive had over 8 years. It works starts right up which is great but who knows for how long and ive heard that this amazon store labeled “bosch” is not authentic

still working great after many months. great price. a bear to install, tho. whew.