This part is listed by BMW as BMW part number 12417501668 (12-41-7-501-668) and is described as OEM Bosch SR0474N Starter Motor for E53 X5 3.0i M54 (2001-2006).
No core charge. This is a brand new starter motor, so there is no need to return a used core.
This is an OEM starter motor manufactured by Bosch - an original supplier to BMW for this part, as well as many other components. As an OEM it meets all of BMW's original design, fitment, and performance requirements and is TUV approved. OEM parts are the best alternative to more expensive Original BMW parts because they are virtually identical without the inflated price tag. This part has a two year warranty.
BMW Fitments:
X5 Series
E53 X5 (00-06) > X5 3.0i M54
