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Hydraulic Handbrake Mounting Plate Driver

With this hydraulic handbrake mounting plate you put the lever on the driver’s side of the centre tunnel, close to your right hand. That way you do not have to reach as far and you react faster when initiating a drift or correcting in a hairpin. The plate is made of 5 mm steel, finished in black and fits all BMW tunnels.

This version is intended for drivers who want the handbrake as close to them as possible. You bolt it in place without welding, because the mounting holes are already there.

Key benefits of this hydraulic handbrake mounting plate

• Driver position: the lever is closer to you, for a shorter reaction time
• Bolt-on mounting without welding
• 5 mm steel for a stiff, flat base
• Mounting holes already provided, so no measuring and marking out for the base
• Works with all handbrakes and shifters from the same product line
• Fits all BMW centre tunnels, and thanks to the simple shape often other makes too
• Weighs only 1.10 kg

Suitable for

BMW 3 Series, from the E30 to the E9x generation

• BMW 3 Series E30
• BMW 3 Series E36 and E36 Compact
• BMW 3 Series E46
• BMW 3 Series E90, E92 and E93
• Other car makes: often usable, measure the tunnel beforehand

Technical specifications

• Item number: 0092heart
• Type: base plate for a hydraulic handbrake
• Position: driver’s side of the centre tunnel
• Material: steel, 5 mm thick
• Colour: black
• Mounting: bolted on via the existing mounting holes, no welding
• Weight: 1.10 kg

Installation and delivery

First remove the centre console and the carpet so that the tunnel is exposed. Hold the hydraulic handbrake mounting plate in the desired position, sit in the seat for a moment and check that you can grip the lever properly without hitting your leg or the steering wheel. Only then mark the holes and drill through the panel.

Fix the plate with bolts, wide washers on the underside and self-locking nuts. Before drilling, check carefully what runs under the tunnel, such as brake and fuel lines or wiring looms. After fitting the handbrake, connect the lines and bleed the brake system.

All handbrakes, adapters and accessories can be found in our hydraulic handbrake category. If you are looking for the reversed layout, take a look at the mounting plate for a reversed handbrake on the driver’s side.

The closer the handbrake is to your hand, the faster you use it.

Why choose this hydraulic handbrake mounting plate?

Every tenth of a second counts when you turn into a corner. By placing the lever on the driver’s side, you use the handbrake without changing your posture. The thick steel plate keeps the lever steady, even when you pull it hard. Because everything is pre-drilled, you are done faster than with a home-made plate and the result looks neat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference with the passenger version?

With this hydraulic handbrake mounting plate, the lever sits on the driver’s side of the tunnel, closer to the driver. This makes the reaction time shorter.

Does anything need welding?

No, the hydraulic handbrake mounting plate has mounting holes and is bolted in place.

Which BMW models does the plate fit?

All BMW tunnels, including the E30, E36, E36 Compact, E46 and E90/E92/E93.

How heavy is the plate?

The plate weighs 1.10 kg and is made of 5 mm steel.

Is a handbrake on the driver’s side harder to fit?

Not really, but take your time with the trial fit. With the seat in your driving position, check that the lever moves freely and that there is enough room for your knee and the gear lever.

Can I also mount a shifter on this plate?

Yes, the plate is suitable for the handbrakes and shifters from the same product line.

Delivery outside the European Union: different shipping costs may apply. Don’t worry: we will email you as soon as possible after your order and agree the shipping with you. You are not committed to anything without your consent.