{"product_id":"bmc-air-filter-fb121-01-bmw-3-series-e36-316i-318i-z3","title":"BMC Air Filter FB121\/01 – BMW 3 Series (E36 316i\/318i) \u0026 Z3","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHigh-Flow Panel Filter for BMW E36 \u0026amp; Z3 Platforms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBMC Air Filter FB121\/01\u003c\/strong\u003e is a precision drop-in \u003cem\u003epanel filter\u003c\/em\u003e made for BMW E36 and Z3 models. With BMC’s Full-Moulding red rubber frame and multi-layer oiled cotton gauze backed by epoxy-coated alloy mesh, it enhances intake flow while filtering down to \u003cstrong\u003e~7 µm\u003c\/strong\u003e (versus ~10 µm for standard paper filters). It installs into the factory airbox—no trimming or tuning required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the BMC FB121\/01 Air Filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Airflow \u0026amp; Filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Increased intake volume while capturing fine particulates (≥ 7 µm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashable \u0026amp; Reusable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serviceable with the BMC regeneration kit—no disposable replacements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Moulded Frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-piece red rubber provides rigidity and lasting sealing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Drop-In Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct replacement into stock airbox—no mods needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Vehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Cross References\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW \u003cstrong\u003e13711247405\u003c\/strong\u003e, 13721247404, 13721247405, 13721247637\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBMW 3 Series (E36)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 316i, 318i (1992–1999)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW Z3\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1.8 \/ 1.9 variants (1996–2003)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanel (single element)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth 236 × Length 236\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-oiled multi-layer cotton gauze with epoxy-coated alloy mesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~7 µm (vs ~10 µm typical OEM paper) \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashable \/ Reusable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — compatible with BMC regeneration kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × Panel Air Filter (FB121\/01)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-Year Limited Coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 6px;\"\u003eApplications and OEM cross-refs confirmed via BMC’s official data. Always verify via VIN and inspect your airbox before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe BMC Advantage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRace-heritage materials and precision design yield better airflow, sharper throttle response, and long-term value—while maintaining OEM reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed install help? Visit our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/installation-guide\" title=\"BMC Air Filter Installation Guide\"\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/a\u003e or browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bmw-air-filters\" title=\"BMC Air Filter Collection For BMW Cars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW Air Filter Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquip your BMW E36 or Z3 with the BMC FB121\/01 air filter—engineered for airflow, protection, and endurance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"European Performance Filters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50690109997302,"sku":"FB121\/01","price":84.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/7806\/0278\/files\/bmc-air-filter-fb121-01-bmw-e36-z3.jpg?v=1779146306","url":"https:\/\/thegildedemporium.myshopify.com\/products\/bmc-air-filter-fb121-01-bmw-3-series-e36-316i-318i-z3","provider":"What you want","version":"1.0","type":"link"}