THE SPORT SEDAN BENCHMARK

E30, E36, E46, E90, F30, G20 — every 3-Series generation defined its era.

BMW 3 Series HERITAGE

THE GERMAN SPORT SEDAN

The BMW 3 Series has been the benchmark sport sedan since 1975. Each generation — E21, E30, E36, E46, E90, F30, G20 — refined the formula of rear-drive, inline-six, and chassis balance that competitors are still chasing.

MOTORMIA 3 Series builds range from restored E30 enthusiast cars to E46 track builds, modified F-series N54/N55/B58 turbo tuning, and G20 ECU-tune dailies. The platform has more chassis bracing, suspension, and engine-management options than any other in the German segment.

BMW 3 Series ON MOTORMIA

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7,525
Parts that fit
12,000+
MOTORMIA Builds
PowerStop
#1 brand by SKUs
$873
Average MSRP

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Clevite

ENGINE OIL COOLER GASKET

OIL FILTER

Bosch

OIL FILTER

BMW 2497CC 2.5L 2996CC 3.0L N52 N52B30A 20062012 MISCELLANEOUS GASKET

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BMW 2497CC 2.5L 2996CC 3.0L N52 N52B30A 20062012 MISCELLANEOUS GASKET

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SPARK PLUG TUBE SEAL

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Victor Reinz

Engine Intake Manifold Gasket - 71-24594-10

BMW 318I (9195) MAHLE OIL FILTER

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BMW 318I (9195) MAHLE OIL FILTER

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Mahle

Engine Oil Filter Adapter Gasket

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Gates

Gates Serpentine Drive Belt

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Mahle

BMW 1895CC 1.9L M44 1996-1999

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MAHLE FILTERS

OIL FILTER

Bosch

OIL FILTER

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FILTER-DRIER AND ACCUMULATOR

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EXHAUST VALVE

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VALVE GUIDES

PCV HOSE

Dorman

PCV HOSE

NTK EF0083 TEMPERATURE SENSOR

NGK

NTK EF0083 TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set - 15-28484-01

Victor Reinz

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set - 15-28484-01

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Denso

ENGINE OIL FILTER

MAHLE FILTERS

Clevite

MAHLE FILTERS

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Gates

Gates 87-92 BMW 325I 6-Cyl. 2.5L Valve Cover To Throttle Body Emission Control Hose

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Supertech

Supertech BMW N S55 6mm Stem Manganese Bronze Intake Valve Guide - Single (Drop Ship Only)

Supertech Titanium Retainer for H1000 Series Springs

Supertech

Supertech Titanium Retainer for H1000 Series Springs

Supertech Ford Ecoboost 2.3L Conical Spring - Single (Drop Ship Only)

Supertech

Supertech Ford Ecoboost 2.3L Conical Spring - Single (Drop Ship Only)

Supertech Steel Retainer BMW N54 Exhaust 7 Degree 6mm Valve Stem Single/Triple Groove Valve

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Supertech Steel Retainer BMW N54 Exhaust 7 Degree 6mm Valve Stem Single/Triple Groove Valve

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Gates

Gates 01-05 BMW 325I 6-Cyl. 2.5L Air Intake Hose Connector Air Intake Hose

Supertech BMW M50 52 31.5x5.96x105.65mm 1+mm Blk Nitride Exhaust Valve - Single (Drop Ship Only)

Supertech

Supertech BMW M50 52 31.5x5.96x105.65mm 1+mm Blk Nitride Exhaust Valve - Single (Drop Ship Only)

Supertech BMW / VW 7mm Stem Triple Groove Hardened 7 Degree Valve Lock (Req 2 Per Valve)

Supertech

Supertech BMW / VW 7mm Stem Triple Groove Hardened 7 Degree Valve Lock (Req 2 Per Valve)

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Supertech

Supertech BMW M42/M50/S50/S52 Intake/Exhaust Valve Guide 6mm Stem 12.56mm OD

Supertech 5mm Single Groove Valve Lock Conversion - Single (Drop Ship Only/Req 2 Per Valve)

Supertech

Supertech 5mm Single Groove Valve Lock Conversion - Single (Drop Ship Only/Req 2 Per Valve)

Supertech Honda H22A1/H22A4 Dual Valve Spring - Single (Drop Ship Only)

Supertech

Supertech Honda H22A1/H22A4 Dual Valve Spring - Single (Drop Ship Only)

Supertech BMW N/S55 SS Black Nitride Intake Valve - Single (Use w/Locks KPR-5.0/7S)

Supertech

Supertech BMW N/S55 SS Black Nitride Intake Valve - Single (Use w/Locks KPR-5.0/7S)

Supertech Titanium Retainer for Toyota Supra (A90) Spring SPRK-B58B

Supertech

Supertech Titanium Retainer for Toyota Supra (A90) Spring SPRK-B58B

Supertech Spring Seat Locator for BMW M50/M52/M54/S50/S52/S54

Supertech

Supertech Spring Seat Locator for BMW M50/M52/M54/S50/S52/S54

Supertech Spring Seat Locator for BMW M50/M52/M54/S50/S52/S54 +2mm (SPR-H1000 Series)

Supertech

Supertech Spring Seat Locator for BMW M50/M52/M54/S50/S52/S54 +2mm (SPR-H1000 Series)

Supertech Honda H22A1/H22A4 Dual Valve Spring - Single

Supertech

Supertech Honda H22A1/H22A4 Dual Valve Spring - Single

Supertech BMW N54/N55/S55/B48/B38/B58 Viton Integral Intake Valve Stem Seal - Set of 8

Supertech

Supertech BMW N54/N55/S55/B48/B38/B58 Viton Integral Intake Valve Stem Seal - Set of 8

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Supertech

Supertech Cam Follower Solid 33x26x3.0mm - Single (D/S Only)

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Supertech

Supertech BMW / VW 7mm Stem Triple Groove Hardened 7 Degree Valve Lock (Req 2 Per Valve) - Set of 16

GSC P-D BMW E92 335i Inline 6 Manganese Bronze Exhaust Valve Guide Stopper Style - Single

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GSC P-D BMW E92 335i Inline 6 Manganese Bronze Exhaust Valve Guide Stopper Style - Single

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GSC Power Division

GSC P-D BMW 335i E92 L6 Manganese Bronze Intake Valve Guide +.003in OD - Single

Supertech BMW S14/S38 Manganese Bronze Intake/Exhaust Valve Guide 7mm Stem

Supertech

Supertech BMW S14/S38 Manganese Bronze Intake/Exhaust Valve Guide 7mm Stem

Supertech black intake system

Supertech

Supertech BMW M20 2.5L Black Nitrided Intake Valve - Single

Supertech black exhaust

Supertech

Supertech BMW E36 S50B32 3.2L (Euro Version) Black Nitrided Exhaust Valve - Single

Supertech black intake system

Supertech

Supertech BMW M50/M52/S50/S52 Black Nitrided Intake Valve - Single (Drop Ship Only)

Supertech titanium auto part

Supertech

Supertech Titanium Retainer for SPR-H1000 Series - Single (Drop Ship Only)

Supertech black intake system

Supertech

Supertech BMW N54 Black Nitrided Intake Valve (Use w/Locks KPR-5.0 / 7S)

Supertech black intake system

Supertech

Supertech BMW / Mini B38 / B48 / B58 Black Nitrided Intake Valve - Single

Supertech black intake system

Supertech

Supertech BMW M50/M52/S50/S52 Black Nitrided Intake Valve - Single (Drop Ship Only)

King Engine Bearings auto part

King Engine Bearings

King BMW N47 D20 A/N47S D20 D Sputter (Size +0.5mm) Replacement Connecting Rod Bearing Set

K&N Engineering oil filter

K&N Engineering

K&N Oil Filter OIL FILTER AUTOMOTIVE

ACL auto part

ACL

ACL BMW 6 2494-2693cc 1982-96 Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set

ACL auto part

ACL

ACL BMW M20/M50/M52/M54 - 1919CC 80.0mm Bore 66.0mm Stroke Standard Size Rod Bearing Set

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Italian RP

Italian RP - IRPP031BDA

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Italian RP

Italian RP - IRPP098DA

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Italian RP

Italian RP - IRPP023LD015

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Italian RP

Italian RP - IRPP023AD025

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Italian RP

Italian RP - IRPR017

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Mahle

Mahle Engine Cooling Fan Clutch 70819471NA

Mahle Engine Piston Kit 225-3732

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Mahle Engine Piston Kit 225-3732

Mahle Engine Piston 083 19 01

Mahle

Mahle Engine Piston 083 19 01

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About the BMW 3 Series

What are the best aftermarket parts brands for the BMW 3 Series?

The top brands MOTORMIA owners trust for BMW 3 Series builds are PowerStop, EBC, Bilstein, H&R, and Magnaflow. The catalog carries 7,525 parts that fit the 3 Series. Use the fitment selector to filter to your specific year and trim, then browse by category or brand.

What's the best trim or sub-model of the BMW 3 Series to modify?

The most-modified 3 Series trims are M3 (E30 / E36 / E46 / E90 / F80 / G80) and 335i / 340i. These trims typically came with performance-focused suspension, brakes, and engine options that give a higher starting point. That said, the 3 Series's engine family (M3 S14/S50/S52/S54/S65/S55/S58, N54, N55, B58 turbo straight-six) shares aftermarket across most trims, so base-trim builds with the right bolt-ons can match higher trims on power.

What's the typical mod path for a BMW 3 Series?

For most BMW 3 Series builds, the recommended modification order is: intake → exhaust → ECU tune (especially N54/N55/B58) → suspension → brakes. This sequence stages upgrades so each mod supports the next — tuning unlocks gains from intake/exhaust, suspension keeps the added power planted. MOTORMIA member builds let you see exact part lists for BMW 3 Series builds at every power level.

How does the BMW 3 Series aftermarket compare to the Audi A4?

The BMW 3 Series is the rear-drive sport-sedan benchmark with the broadest M-platform aftermarket. On MOTORMIA, 7,525 parts fit the 3 Series across 12,000+ active member builds, with an average part MSRP of $873. The decision usually comes down to which platform you own — both have full bolt-on catalogs.

Will any BMW 3 Series part fit my year and trim?

Not always. The BMW 3 Series has had multiple generations and engine changes (e.g., M3 S14/S50/S52/S54/S65/S55/S58, N54, N55, B58 turbo straight-six), and parts are generation- and trim-specific. MOTORMIA's catalog uses verified fitment data — every product page shows exactly which years and submodels of the 3 Series a part fits. Use the fitment selector at the top of any page to pre-filter to your build.

Does MOTORMIA offer returns on BMW 3 Series parts?

Yes. Most BMW 3 Series parts on MOTORMIA are eligible for our 30-day return policy provided they're unused, uninstalled, and in original packaging. Special-order parts are flagged with a "Special Order" badge on the product page. Manufacturer warranties are processed through MOTORMIA on your behalf.

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