La Jolla BMW Service Parts & Restorations - Located in San Diego, California

CONTACT US TODAY

Can't find what you're looking for and need answers to some questions? Feel free to contact us and a team member will respond shortly.

La Jolla Independent BMW Service is located in San Diego County
5535 La Jolla Boulevard
San Diego, California 92037
Tel: (858) 488-1555

Mon-Fri 8:00a-5:30p

FEATURE SERVICE

Restorations
La Jolla Independent is a world-renowned BMW Restoration Service facility. Please check out our Restoration Section for the latest information, upgrade tips, picture galleries, and our featured restorations in progress. We take great pride in breathing new life into the wonderful BMWs of the past

1800ti/2002/2000c/3.0/700

New Parts Arrivals

Gifts and Software

Information & Downloads

Part Numbers School

Use the parts finder below to see items specific to your car!

Wiring Harness Friction Tape

Tired of the old and tattered looking wiring harness in your engine bay, underdash or trunk?  This friction tape is the answer to your problems!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
If you've ever tried to find the original type of single-sided friction tape, exactly as the old tape you remove from your wiring harness, you're probably found that the only cloth tape available is double sided, much like hockey tape. This tape has no adhesive on the outside but sticks to itself like gangbusters when wrapped around wiring, and it won't leave a sticky residue on that freshly painted engine bay or valve cover either! Don't be fooled by similar looking packages from 3M, this tape is only one we've found with single sided adhesive.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Water Pumps

We’ve got your BMW water pump needs covered.  Call or email us for pricing for your specific vehicle application.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
A failed water pump can kill your BMW. In the earlier models, it is not unusual that they will leak over time. In the newer BMW's we recommend a water pump change when the radiator is replaced as the factory pumps fail causing harm to your engine and belts. We've got every water pump in stock, even the rare M1!

Call us for pricingPrice:

Washer Line (early)

Part Number: 61 66 1 357 388
We stock the OEM clear washer line for your restoration needs.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
This OEM washer line is hard to find and is a great addition to your restoration project as it freshens up the engine compartment. Depending on your vehicle, the amount needed will vary. We also stock most reservoirs, pumps and squirter units should you require those. Inquire via email or by phone.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Used Parts

We have tons of used parts for your classic BMW. Call us at 800-466-8184 to inquire for pricing and availability of your specific application and needs.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
We have parts for almost all classic BMW's from the 50's up until the late 80's. Call for details as this is only a partial display of our inventory.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Stainless Steel Brake Hose Set

***Currently on Backorder***  New Item!  This DOT approved stainless braided brake hose set is the perfect performance upgrade for any vintage BMW 2002, E3, E9, E12 or E24!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Easily installed with a quick brake fluid flush, these hoses will provide a firmer pedal and is a great way to upgrade your old and worn brake hoses while saving money! This stainless set of flexible hoses is cheaper than most sets of OEM rubber hoses from other suppliers. Combine with your next brake job to really increase your stopping power!

Call us for pricingPrice:

Spark Plugs

We recommend replacing the spark plugs in your BMW with every major tune-up.  Call  or email us for pricing and availability for your specific application.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Spark Plugs are one of the most essential elements of your ignition system in your BMW. Replace them as part of your normal tune-up (Every 18,000 miles or as needed for earlier cars). We have all plugs in stock whether you have a 2002tii, a 330ci, or even an M1. Please specify your model and year when you place an order so that we may get you the correct spark plug for your BMW.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Plug Wire Set

Replace old hardened wire sets during every tune-up
on your BMW to increase performance and efficiency.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Worn plug wire sets can cause all sorts of crazy things to happen to your BMW's performance. We carry most plug wire sets including those for motorsport cars. New ingnition caps and rotors are also recommended when replacing your old wire set--an important part of any major service and tune-up.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Pertronix Electronic Ignition Kit

The Ignitor by Pertronix replaces your points and condenser with a solid-state electronic ignition system. The unit fits entirely under your stock distributor cap.  What style points and what type of distributor do you have? Not sure? Check out our distributor decipher page found on the “Information and Downloads” link above.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
The Ignitor will give your engine better fuel economy, more horsepower, longer plug life and all the advantages of an electronic ignition system. The Ignitor installs in less than 30 minutes in most cases. Maintain the stock look and never change your points again! What Pertronix has to say about their Ignitor kits: "Engineering: A precisely engineered solid-state breakerless ignition system. Rotating cobalt magnets, mounted on the distributor shaft trigger an electronic switching module (Hall Cell) for higher voltages up to 35,000... and with 1/4 degree timing accuracy from zero to 15,000 RPM. The module is epoxy encapsulated for protection against moisture, dirt, dust, oil, etc. Economy: Engines enjoy improved fuel economy, maintaining an efficient state-of-tune with no points to ever get out of adjustment. Users also report two to three times the spark plug life after installation. The Ignitor eliminates minor tune-ups and quickly pays for itself."

Call us for pricingPrice:

Oil Filter M10/S14

BMW Part No 11 42 9 063 138 or OX41D

Only top quality for your 5, 6 or 7 series BMW. Never settle for less when it comes to your oil filter. Replace your engine oil and filter every 3-5000 miles depending on your year. Call for advice!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
This filter will be either a Mann or Mahle unit depending on current stock. Don't settle for a non-german low quality filter at a higher price. Call or Email today to order!

Call us for pricingPrice:

OEM Hardware

We stock all harware new (if available) and have buckets and buckets of hard to find nuts, bolts and washers.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Always use the correct hardware size and rating when restoring your car, or simply replacing old rusty nuts and bolts. In addition to our stock of new hardware, we have an unbelievable selection of used hardware for those odd-ball items. Don't settle for sub-par hardware, give us a call with your hardware needs; from exhaust nuts to hose-clamps, we've got it.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Italian Turn Signal Lens Set

Once again we have produced a long since NLA and heavily sought-after lens for your vintage E9.  These two-tone replicas of the original Italian style turn signal lenses will look great and unique aboard your vintage E9 of any type!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Exacting in construction much like our US reproduction lenses, these are a fantastic example of the original Sidler Italian two-tone turn signal lens in the European (shallower) cross section. Set your coupe apart from the competition at the next Clean Car show with a pair of new and shiny turn lenses like no one has ever seen! Get yours today in time for your next group drive!

Call us for pricingPrice:

Ignition Points/Condensor Kit

Replace and adjust your points during a major tune-up on your BMW. Get a set free when you purchase a Pertronix Kit. Just request it with your order!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Don't forget to replace your spark plugs, wires, and filters with your tune-up. A complete tune up will provide you with the most noticeable returns and performance enhancement on your BMW.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Gifts

Looking for that perfect gift for your BMW fan? We have a great collection of gifts for any BMW enthusiast. If you are looking for a special item but not quite sure what to get, we can make recommendations depending on what your BMW fanatic drives. Or, you can get that someone a gift certificate good for both parts and service.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Fuel Filter

Replace your fuel filter as part of a major
tune-up to keep your BMW’s fuel delivery system clean and efficient.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Changing your fuel filter should be part of every major tune-up when your BMW is serviced. We carry only the finest fuel filters for your BMW from an Isetta to a new 7 series. Fuel filter maintenence becomes crucial on cars that are over 10 years old as deposits and rust can develop over time in the bottom of your tank. Specify your year and model before ordering (In some cases you will need a production date).

Call us for pricingPrice:

E9/2800/3.0cs Control Arms

When adding lowering springs, sway bars, camber plates and shocks, give your BMW the tight ride it deserves with a fresh pair of control arms

Additional DescriptionMore Details
For the past year e9 control arms have been unattainable worldwide. BMW was out of stock and our most favorite aftermarket supplier also ran out. Now back in stock are the Ocap control arms to fit your 3.0cs! While the bushings are serviceable on the existing arms in your car, the ball joint is one with the whole assembly. When the ball joint is done, the jig is up! These arms are of very high quality and in our experience have been up to the test for year after year of use. This may be the best money you’ve ever spent to tighten up the suspension in your vintage BMW!

Call us for pricingPrice:

E9 Trunk-lid Mounted Tool Kit

Currently on Back Order

Brand new tool kit for your E9 of any type!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Finally available! An answer to the vintage E9 owner's search for a proper tool kit for your cs, this unit is stronger and thicker than the original items that originally came on the cars in the 70's. The box includes a brand new foam insert for keeping the toolkit organized in your trunk. Pictured here with a full set of tools installed (tools sold separately)

Call us for pricingPrice:

Differential Reinforcement for E9/CS Cars

Currently on Back Order

Differential reinforcement box for your damaged (or undamaged) differential mounting points.  Choose the option with no welded nuts for an undamaged car that you want to reinforce, or the one with welded nuts for the mangled one that needs repair!  Custom manufactured locally in California.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Cap & Rotor

Replace your BMW’s ignition cap and rotor as part of a major tune-up. Call or email with your model and year of car for pricing.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
A worn Ignition Cap and Rotor can lead to many problems including failure to run. We have tested the durability of many different 'OEM' suppliers and found that the Bosh unit is the only one we will back for both it's build quality and durability. Replace your worn out Cap and Rotor to insure that your BMW engine runs at peak performance. Don't forget your other tune-up parts such as plugs, wires and points/condensor for those earlier BMWs!

Call us for pricingPrice:

Brake Line Grommets (4)

34 32 1 102 417

Each car requires four, a must have after a paint job or if they are missing. Keep your hard lines in check.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Belts

Replace your worn engine drive belts early and often. Old, cracked belts can leave you stranded or cause damage to your BMW’s engine.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
We stock all of the correct belts for your BMW. Engine drive belts wear and age over time becoming more prone to breakage during operation. Replacing your BMW's drive belts is another important step in ensuring your vehicle's reliability. These should be replaced with every major service or work to the cooling system. Call or email us for prices and details. Be sure to include year and model of your car.

Call us for pricingPrice:

Air Filters

We stock every air filter regardless of what BMW you drive. Replace frequently as a part of your routine tune-up
to keep dirt out and clean air in.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Getting clean air into your BMW's engine as well as your engine components such as air flow meters and air mass meters is crucial to engine longevity and performance. Certian 'High Flow' filters are not approved as they simply do not filter well enough and cause significant damage to your intake valves and various air monitoring systems. We have all filters in stock from an early 1600 to a late 745li. Please specify the year and model of your BMW to get the correct air filter.

Call us for pricingPrice:

3.0cs/2002 Dome Light Lens

A brand new reproduction of the previously NLA dome lens, these pieces are perfect in shape and color and will freshen up your old, cracked and yellowing dome light in your vintage BMW 3.0cs or 2002!  These pieces are an inexpensive way to out-perform your competitors in the next clean car contest! (Matches part number 63 31 8 690 150)

Call us for pricingPrice:

3.0 CS Turn Signal Lenses

Right lens currently on backorder. Expected in stock March 2018

BMW Part Number 63 13 1 811 295 & 63 13 1 811 296

Turn signal lenses for your US Spec E9!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
These lenses for the right side of your coupe have been unavailable for many years. Knowing the demand for clean looking turn signal lenses, LJI has had these lenses custom cast from a new original lens. These reproductions are perfect in shape and color. Left hand sides are also available at the same price, original from the factory.

Call us for pricingPrice:

3.0 CS Negative Camber Plates (Front)

A great addition to your suspension package upgrade for your 3.0cs!  These camber plates offer a negative .5° change in the suspension geometry of the front end of any coupe.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Ben's recommendation: When paired with the special La Jolla springs and sway bars that have been custom designed for these cars, this setup will provide your classic ride with the perfect balance between sporty responsiveness and comfortable ride for those lengthy trips to and from the famous tracks of the US with the BMW CCA! Call or email us today to discuss options for upgrading your suspension.

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002tii Throttle Body Spring

Have a broken or worn spring on the inside of the ‘tuna can’ of your tii?  BMW no longer makes this spring, so we did!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Please email for current pricing and availability.

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002/M10 Ignition Wire Set

Built with high quality Beru wire and ends, these sets are numbered 1 through 4 for ease of installation, their lengths already cut to fit.  We’re confident that you’ll be pleased with the look and performance of this wire set.  (Wire set part nr 12 12 1 360 842)

Additional DescriptionMore Details
After several frustrating attempts at using the popularly provided wire sets from various vendors, we discovered that there was a significant lack in quality wire sets for the 4 cylinder engines. Our solution? Make our own! Manufactured by the very company that has been making ignition wire sets for BMW for the last 40 years, we commissioned them to build us 20 sets for our in house and parts customers.

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002/E3/E9 Front Sunroof Seal

These have been out of stock at BMW for several months now.  Back on the shelf and ready to be shipped anywhere along with the rear, if needed, too!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Please email for current pricing and availability.

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002 tii Fuel Injector Tube Set

Currently out of stock, please email to reserve a set in advance.

Complete set of four (4) fuel injection tubes for your 2002 tii.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
If you’ve tried to buy new fuel injection tubes for your tii in the last few years, you’ve probably found that the #1 injection tube you received from your parts source was wrong! BMW has incorrectly superseded a black, un-formed fuel line that simply will not work on your tii! Seeking injection tubes that match for our customer’s restorations both in house and elsewhere, our prayers were answered when we found a factory-quality source for custom made tubes! Using original injection tubes from BMW as a pattern, these have been carefully modified to make for better clearance and more accurate curves to bring the beautifully flared ends from the Kuglefischer to the injectors on the manifold, making installation easier and completing the clean look of the engine bay of your restored tii!

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002 Speedo Cable for 5 Speed

Make connecting your speedo cable a breeze when installing your 5 speed gearbox in your 2002!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
These cables were imported from German manufacturer GEMO, not from BMW! BMW's cables are incorrect and will not fit in your transmission or to the back of your speedometer. This is the only true 5 speed speedo cable available!

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002 European-Style Headlight Inserts

*****SOLD OUT*******

Want the Euro look for your ‘02 but don’t want the hassle and expense?  Use our direct drop-in replacement original Hella lenses with enclosed city lights to achieve the look with your existing US style buckets!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Simply installed at home on your US 1600 or 2002, these lights take the place of your sealed beams and give you the look and advantage of the European H4 lens without sourcing all the hard-to-find parts needed to complete a European headlight conversion. Just install the H4 lens into your car, add wires from the side-marker in the turn signal to the city light and you’ll be motoring away with the European appearance of city light and extra-bright low & high beams!

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002 CV Joint

Currently on Back Order

Long since extinct, we have reproduced the original spec. 2002 CV Joints for the 2002!  Replace your worn, loose CV joints with brand new units and keep your 2002 operating in tip-top condition.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
New axles from BMW are up over $400 each, so rebuilding your existing ones with new CV joints is the only way to go! These will fit any 1600 or 2002 with CV joints on them (as opposed to universal joints). Solidly built, tested and approved, these items are in stock and we can ship today!

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002 Brake Shoe Set (new)

——— Out of Stock ——-

One complete set of brand new rear brake shoes for any 2002 (standard, ti, tii, touring etc).

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Yes, believe your eyes! This is a complete set of rear brake shoes for any 2002. Don't be fooled by other vendors selling them for less; other lower priced options are for only one or two shoes! This brake shoe set comes with 4 shoes, two of which include a brand new hand brake lever arm. Made of high quality braking compound, we're sure you'll be pleased with the quality of these fantastic shoes! **Note: these will not fit your 1600. If you require 1600 brake shoes please contact us to specifically request them.**

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002 Ball Joint (Moog)

Update the suspension on your 2002 with a set of Moog ball joints.  Although the ball joint is a hearty component of the suspension set up on an 02, they do wear out and cause sloppy steering and premature tire wear.

Additional DescriptionMore Details
Other suppliers may offer a similar part for less, but the quality is found here with the Moog ball joint. Moog (a subsidiary of Federal Mogul) is one of the top end manufacturers for suspension components of numerous makes and models and has been supplying these parts for BMWs for years. Give your car the best and don't think about it when you're hammering through the next corner!

Call us for pricingPrice:

2002 5-Speed Conversion Clutch Hose

New Item!  An all-too-simple 5-speed conversion hose with two male ends that connects your clutch master directly to slave!

Additional DescriptionMore Details
A common question mark among the 5-speed conversion procedure, we now have and answer with this custom stainless steel braided hose to connect your 02's clutch master directly to the slave cylinder with a single piece! This hose is DOT approved and features a centrally located bracket for securing to the transmission to prevent chafe during normal driving. This hose not available from BMW! Get yours today!

Call us for pricingPrice:

2.5/2800/3.0 CS/csi Headliner Material

Currently on backorder

This material is the best match we have ever found to what came from the factory on your car. 3 Meters for your sunroof car or 2.5 meters for your non sunroof car will cover your entire roof’s interior with beautiful, new white material that will look better than it ever has! Quantities are limited so call or email to place your order today! BMW Part number 51 92 1 802 983

Call us for pricingPrice:

1600/2002 Cabriolet Dome Light Lens

These lenses have been unavailable for years!  Using our last remaining original, we had this lens custom remanufactured to fit the very special (and rare) dome light found on the center console of a 1600/2002 convertible right in front of the shift lever.  Spruce up that tired old dome light.  Order today and we’ll include a brand new bulb free of charge! (Matches part number 63 31 1 353 177 or 63 31 9 055 589).

Call us for pricingPrice: