The battery terminal clamps to the battery post and connects it to the vehicle's cabling, giving a secure, low-resistance link for starting and charging. This one is copper or brass with a corrosion-resistant coating and a clamp or bolt-on design, sold used and inspected before it ships. A loose or corroded terminal causes hard starting, slow cranking, and flickering electrics.
A fitment note worth raising: the live page lists a '1977 BMW 323i', but that year looks off. The E21 323i began around 1978 and was largely a non-US model (the US E21 was sold as the 320i), and the US-market 323i is the E46 (1999 to 2000). Because a battery terminal is largely generic, exact year matters less than the post type and polarity, but it is worth clarifying which 323i this is for. Confirm post type and positive vs negative before ordering.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Which 323i | E21, E30, or E46, by VIN. |
| Polarity | Positive or negative. |
| Post Type | Match your battery post. |
Which 323i you have (the '1977' entry looks off)
Positive or negative terminal
Your battery post type and size
Clamp or bolt-on style
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| INCLUDED | The used battery terminal as confirmed for your 323i. |
| NOT INCLUDED | Battery cable, hardware, and covers, unless confirmed at order. |
| Tools You Need | A wrench or socket set, and a terminal cleaner for a clean connection. |
This BMW 323i battery terminal is offered for the following:
| Vehicle | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| BMW 323i | Confirm which generation (E21, E30, or E46) by VIN |
| Note | The '1977' entry looks off; the 323i began around 1978 and was largely non-US |
This terminal is offered for the BMW 323i, but the '1977' year on the live page looks off and the 323i was largely a non-US model until the E46 (1999 to 2000). Because a terminal is generic, confirm the post type and polarity rather than relying on year. We disclose the donor details before shipping.
Not sure which terminal you need? Call (240) 301-0095 with your VIN and a photo of your battery posts. Our team confirms post type and polarity before your order ships.
Quality control for this part includes:
This is a used terminal. Because it is largely generic, we focus on confirming the post type and polarity, inspect the clamp and contact surfaces, and clean any corrosion before it ships. Disconnect the battery before any terminal work.
| Application | BMW 323i | confirm generation |
|---|---|
| Material | Copper or brass |
| Finish | Corrosion-resistant coating |
| Connection | Clamp or bolt-on |
| Voltage | 12V automotive |
| Weight | 0.11 to 0.33 pounds |
| Fitment Note | Live '1977 323i' likely off; the 323i was largely non-US until the E46 |
| Sold As | Used | inspected |
| Shipping | Free to all 50 states | no core charge |
| Warranty | 15 day replacement warranty from delivery |
| Polarity | Positive or negative |
| Condition | Used |
| Sku | vaz338 |
Contact (240) 301-0095 within 15 days of delivery.
