1997 BMW M3 Vehicle Hoods

Keep Your 1997 BMW M3 in Top Shape with Quality Vehicle Hoods

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Vehicle Hood, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1997 BMW M3 looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Lift Supports and Hood Panels. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1997 BMW M3 Vehicle Hood at Advance Auto Parts is around $268.32, with a range that starts at $26.99 and goes up to $731.99. With 3 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Hood Lift Support: 16.18" Ext Length, 6.25" Travel, 65 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk, Trunk Lift Support: 11.6" Ext Length, 3.0" Travel, 124 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk, and Hood Panel start at just $26.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Vehicle Hood, don’t forget to check out other key components like Vehicle Grilles and Vehicle Windows. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1997 BMW M3 in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1997 BMW M3 Vehicle Hoods

KAI – Hood Panel (Part No.BM1230112)

Hood Panel

from

$731.99
New Standard Replacement Hood Panel, Coupe/Convertible Models

Product Features:
  • Coupe/Convertible Models, Made Of Steel
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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StrongArm – Trunk Lift Support: 13.74" Ext Length, 3.98" Travel, 90 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.E4124)

Trunk Lift Support: 13.74" Ext Length, 3.98" Travel, 90 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

from

$20.49
Opening your vehicle’s rear hatch or checking under the hood should not be a serious safety hazard for you, your family or the technician working on your vehicle. Just like tire wear, your hood lift supports lose strength over time. Temperature changes, frequent usage, and driving environments all affect the lift power. StrongArm lift supports are designed for the everyday driver to be installed in minutes with no special tools required.

Product Features:
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Body
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly
  • Rubber O-Ring Piston Seal
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StrongArm – Hood Lift Support: 11.06" Ext Length, 3.55" Travel, 143 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.F6025)

Hood Lift Support: 11.06" Ext Length, 3.55" Travel, 143 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

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$59.99
Lift supports are pressurized cylinders that are used to support hoods, hatches and rear window glass in automotive applications. Lift supports are also used in many non-automotive applications. Each Strongarm lift support is custom engineered, and manufactured beyond industry standards to provide smoother operating, and longer lasting performance. Lift supports should be replaced in pairs to ensure safe, reliable support of your hood, hatch, or liftgate.

Product Features:
  • Exact fit original equipment design guarantees correct fit and function
  • Engineered and built to meet or exceed original equipment quality standards
  • Individually tested for performance and reliability
  • Hardened, nitride plated steel shaft provides optimal durability
  • Rubber O-ring piston seal prevents leakage for a controlled lift and consistent performance
  • Heavy gauge steel body is electrostatically painted and heat cured to OE specs
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly provides smooth operation and more reliable performance
  • Upper bushing is manufactured with quality precision providing exact fit and promotes longer operating life
  • No special installation tools required
  • Consistent Performance In All Weather Conditions
  • Engineered And Built To Meet Or Exceed Original Equipment Quality Standards For Long Lasting Performance
  • Replacing Your Worn Lift Supports Eliminates A Potentially Unsafe Condition In Your Vehicle
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StrongArm – Trunk Lift Support: 14.5" Ext Length, 4.0" Travel, 78 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.E6651)

Trunk Lift Support: 14.5" Ext Length, 4.0" Travel, 78 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

from

$30.99
Lift supports are pressurized cylinders that are used to support hoods, hatches and rear window glass in automotive applications. Lift supports are also used in many non-automotive applications. Each Strongarm lift support is custom engineered, and manufactured beyond industry standards to provide smoother operating, and longer lasting performance. Lift supports should be replaced in pairs to ensure safe, reliable support of your hood, hatch, or liftgate.

Product Features:
  • Exact fit original equipment design guarantees correct fit and function
  • Engineered and built to meet or exceed original equipment quality standards
  • Individually tested for performance and reliability
  • Hardened, nitride plated steel shaft provides optimal durability
  • Rubber O-ring piston seal prevents leakage for a controlled lift and consistent performance
  • Heavy gauge steel body is electrostatically painted and heat cured to OE specs
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly provides smooth operation and more reliable performance
  • Upper bushing is manufactured with quality precision providing exact fit and promotes longer operating life
  • No special installation tools required
  • Consistent Performance In All Weather Conditions
  • Engineered And Built To Meet Or Exceed Original Equipment Quality Standards For Long Lasting Performance
  • Replacing Your Worn Lift Supports Eliminates A Potentially Unsafe Condition In Your Vehicle
See More

StrongArm – Hood Lift Support: 16.18" Ext Length, 6.25" Travel, 65 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.E6341)

Hood Lift Support: 16.18" Ext Length, 6.25" Travel, 65 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

from

$45.99
Opening your vehicle’s rear hatch or checking under the hood should not be a serious safety hazard for you, your family or the technician working on your vehicle. Just like tire wear, your hood lift supports lose strength over time. Temperature changes, frequent usage, and driving environments all affect the lift power. StrongArm lift supports are designed for the everyday driver to be installed in minutes with no special tools required.

Product Features:
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Body
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly
  • Rubber O-Ring Piston Seal
  • Non-Stick Back-Up Ring
  • Hardened Nitride Plated Steel Shaft
  • Engineered In USA To OE Quality Standards For Performance And Durability
  • IATF 16949, ISO 9001 Certified; Passes Extensive Quality Checks And Testing
  • Easy To Install In Just Minutes. No Special Tools Required.
  • Exact Fit Original Equipment Design Guarantees Correct Fit And Function
  • Consistent Performance In All Weather Conditions
  • Engineered And Built To Meet Or Exceed Original Equipment Quality Standards For Long Lasting Performance
  • Replacing Your Worn Lift Supports Eliminates A Potentially Unsafe Condition In Your Vehicle
See More

StrongArm – Trunk Lift Support: 21.88" Ext Length, 8.5" Travel, 55 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.C6867)

Trunk Lift Support: 21.88" Ext Length, 8.5" Travel, 55 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

from

$54.99
Lift supports are pressurized cylinders that are used to support hoods, hatches and rear window glass in automotive applications. Lift supports are also used in many non-automotive applications. Each Strongarm lift support is custom engineered, and manufactured beyond industry standards to provide smoother operating, and longer lasting performance. Lift supports should be replaced in pairs to ensure safe, reliable support of your hood, hatch, or liftgate.

Product Features:
  • Exact fit original equipment design guarantees correct fit and function
  • Engineered and built to meet or exceed original equipment quality standards
  • Individually tested for performance and reliability
  • Hardened, nitride plated steel shaft provides optimal durability
  • Rubber O-ring piston seal prevents leakage for a controlled lift and consistent performance
  • Heavy gauge steel body is electrostatically painted and heat cured to OE specs
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly provides smooth operation and more reliable performance
  • Upper bushing is manufactured with quality precision providing exact fit and promotes longer operating life
  • No special installation tools required
  • Consistent Performance In All Weather Conditions
  • Engineered And Built To Meet Or Exceed Original Equipment Quality Standards For Long Lasting Performance
  • Replacing Your Worn Lift Supports Eliminates A Potentially Unsafe Condition In Your Vehicle
See More

StrongArm – Trunk Lift Support: 11.6" Ext Length, 3.0" Travel, 124 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.E4471)

Trunk Lift Support: 11.6" Ext Length, 3.0" Travel, 124 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

from

$26.99
Opening your vehicle’s rear hatch or checking under the hood should not be a serious safety hazard for you, your family or the technician working on your vehicle. Just like tire wear, your hood lift supports lose strength over time. Temperature changes, frequent usage, and driving environments all affect the lift power. StrongArm lift supports are designed for the everyday driver to be installed in minutes with no special tools required.

Product Features:
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Body
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly
  • Rubber O-Ring Piston Seal
See More

StrongArm – Trunk Lift Support: 19.69" Ext Length, 7.6" Travel, 38 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.D4347)

Trunk Lift Support: 19.69" Ext Length, 7.6" Travel, 38 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

from

$24.99
Opening your vehicle’s rear hatch or checking under the hood should not be a serious safety hazard for you, your family or the technician working on your vehicle. Just like tire wear, your hood lift supports lose strength over time. Temperature changes, frequent usage, and driving environments all affect the lift power. StrongArm lift supports are designed for the everyday driver to be installed in minutes with no special tools required.

Product Features:
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Body
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly
  • Rubber O-Ring Piston Seal
See More

StrongArm – Trunk Lift Support: 14.84" Ext Length, 5.35" Travel, 30 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.E6018)

Trunk Lift Support: 14.84" Ext Length, 5.35" Travel, 30 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

from

$49.99
Lift supports are pressurized cylinders that are used to support hoods, hatches and rear window glass in automotive applications. Lift supports are also used in many non-automotive applications. Each Strongarm lift support is custom engineered, and manufactured beyond industry standards to provide smoother operating, and longer lasting performance. Lift supports should be replaced in pairs to ensure safe, reliable support of your hood, hatch, or liftgate.

Product Features:
  • Exact fit original equipment design guarantees correct fit and function
  • Engineered and built to meet or exceed original equipment quality standards
  • Individually tested for performance and reliability
  • Hardened, nitride plated steel shaft provides optimal durability
  • Rubber O-ring piston seal prevents leakage for a controlled lift and consistent performance
  • Heavy gauge steel body is electrostatically painted and heat cured to OE specs
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly provides smooth operation and more reliable performance
  • Upper bushing is manufactured with quality precision providing exact fit and promotes longer operating life
  • No special installation tools required
  • Consistent Performance In All Weather Conditions
  • Engineered And Built To Meet Or Exceed Original Equipment Quality Standards For Long Lasting Performance
  • Replacing Your Worn Lift Supports Eliminates A Potentially Unsafe Condition In Your Vehicle
See More

Most Popular Lift Supports for 1997 BMW M3s

Enhance your 1997 BMW M3 with one of the 2 Lift Supports we have in stock, starting at just $26.99.

StrongArm – Hood Lift Support: 16.18" Ext Length, 6.25" Travel, 65 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.E6341)

Hood Lift Support: 16.18" Ext Length, 6.25" Travel, 65 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

from

$45.99
Opening your vehicle’s rear hatch or checking under the hood should not be a serious safety hazard for you, your family or the technician working on your vehicle. Just like tire wear, your hood lift supports lose strength over time. Temperature changes, frequent usage, and driving environments all affect the lift power. StrongArm lift supports are designed for the everyday driver to be installed in minutes with no special tools required.

Product Features:
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Body
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly
  • Rubber O-Ring Piston Seal
  • Non-Stick Back-Up Ring
  • Hardened Nitride Plated Steel Shaft
  • Engineered In USA To OE Quality Standards For Performance And Durability
  • IATF 16949, ISO 9001 Certified; Passes Extensive Quality Checks And Testing
  • Easy To Install In Just Minutes. No Special Tools Required.
  • Exact Fit Original Equipment Design Guarantees Correct Fit And Function
  • Consistent Performance In All Weather Conditions
  • Engineered And Built To Meet Or Exceed Original Equipment Quality Standards For Long Lasting Performance
  • Replacing Your Worn Lift Supports Eliminates A Potentially Unsafe Condition In Your Vehicle
See More

StrongArm – Trunk Lift Support: 11.6" Ext Length, 3.0" Travel, 124 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk (Part No.E4471)

Trunk Lift Support: 11.6" Ext Length, 3.0" Travel, 124 Lbs of Force, 1 Pk

from

$26.99
Opening your vehicle’s rear hatch or checking under the hood should not be a serious safety hazard for you, your family or the technician working on your vehicle. Just like tire wear, your hood lift supports lose strength over time. Temperature changes, frequent usage, and driving environments all affect the lift power. StrongArm lift supports are designed for the everyday driver to be installed in minutes with no special tools required.

Product Features:
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Body
  • Self-Cleaning Piston Assembly
  • Rubber O-Ring Piston Seal
See More

Best-Selling 1997 BMW M3 Hood Panel

Upgrade your M3 with our best-selling Hood Panel.

KAI – Hood Panel (Part No.BM1230112)

Hood Panel

from

$731.99
New Standard Replacement Hood Panel, Coupe/Convertible Models

Product Features:
  • Coupe/Convertible Models, Made Of Steel
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
See More

FAQs for 1997 BMW M3 Vehicle Hoods

What are the best-selling Vehicle Hoods for 1997 BMW M3s?

Out of 3 Vehicle Hoods that fit 1997 BMW M3s, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1997 BMW M3 Vehicle Hoods?

The prices of Vehicle Hoods for the 1997 BMW M3 range from $26.99 up to $731.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Vehicle Hood for a 1997 BMW M3?

The average price for Vehicle Hoods for the 1997 BMW M3 is $268.32. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Vehicle Hood category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Vehicle Hoods for other BMW M3 model years?

Yes, we carry Vehicle Hoods for 22 model years of BMW M3s between 1988 and 2017. The following model years are the most popular for Vehicle Hood purchases: 2017, 2016, 2015, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, and 2008.

What are the cheapest Vehicle Hoods for my 1997 BMW M3?

The cheapest 1997 BMW M3 Vehicle Hoods we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Vehicle Hoods for any other 1997 BMW models?

Yes. We stock Vehicle Hoods for 12 other popular 1997 BMW models. Some of the most popular are 1997 328i Vehicle Hoods, 1997 528i Vehicle Hoods, 1997 Z3 Vehicle Hoods, 1997 750iL Vehicle Hoods, and 1997 540i Vehicle Hoods.

What types of Vehicle Hoods do you sell for my 1997 BMW M3?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Vehicle Hoods for a 1997 BMW M3:

Can I get help with 1997 BMW M3 Vehicle Hood orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about BMW Vehicle Hoods and more.

What is your return policy for BMW M3 Vehicle Hoods?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new BMW M3 Vehicle Hoods and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.