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

THE NUMBERS

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

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REPLACEMENT MIRROR

K-Source Inc.

REPLACEMENT MIRROR

BRAKE ROTRS

Raybestos Brakes

BRAKE ROTRS

FRICTION CALIPERS

Raybestos Brakes

FRICTION CALIPERS

R

Raybestos Brakes

FRICTION CALIPERS

M

Morimoto Lighting

~(0.1 lbs. 6X5X0)~ RQ Hardware: E46/ZKW Projectors (D2S 5.0)

REPLACEMENT MIRROR

K-Source Inc.

REPLACEMENT MIRROR

K

K-Source Inc.

REPLACEMENT MIRROR

FRICTION CALIPERS

Raybestos Brakes

FRICTION CALIPERS

~(0.3 lbs. 4X4X2)~ H7 Xtreme White Hybrid Bulb 3900K - 12V 55W - Twin Pack

Piaa

~(0.3 lbs. 4X4X2)~ H7 Xtreme White Hybrid Bulb 3900K - 12V 55W - Twin Pack

M

Morimoto Lighting

BMW E46 OUTER PROFILE PRISM FITTED HALO

FRICTION CALIPERS

Raybestos Brakes

FRICTION CALIPERS

FRICTION CALIPERS

Raybestos Brakes

FRICTION CALIPERS

XB Side Markers BMW Applications (06-15 Pair)

Morimoto Lighting

XB Side Markers BMW Applications (06-15 Pair)

R

Regionmax

LH TAILLAMP ASSY; 4DR SDN; E46; BODY MOUNTED; W/RED & CLEAR LENSES; 325I 0204

LH PARKLAMP ASSY; CONVERT; PARK/SIGNAL COMBINATION; 318I 9497

Regionmax

LH PARKLAMP ASSY; CONVERT; PARK/SIGNAL COMBINATION; 318I 9497

K

K-Source Inc.

REPLACEMENT MIRROR

RH BACK UP LAMP ASSY; 4DR SDN; E46; DECK LID MOUNTED; W/WHITE LENS; 323I 0205

Regionmax

RH BACK UP LAMP ASSY; 4DR SDN; E46; DECK LID MOUNTED; W/WHITE LENS; 323I 0205

DISC BRAKE CALIPER

Raybestos Brakes

DISC BRAKE CALIPER

K

K-Source Inc.

REPLACEMENT MIRROR

FRICTION CALIPERS

Raybestos Brakes

FRICTION CALIPERS

LH BACK UP LAMP ASSY; 4DR SDN; E46; DECK LID MOUNTED; W/WHITE LENS; 323I 0205

Regionmax

LH BACK UP LAMP ASSY; 4DR SDN; E46; DECK LID MOUNTED; W/WHITE LENS; 323I 0205

RH PRK LMP ASSY; PRK/SGNL/MRKR COMBO; 2DR CPE/CONV.; W/WHITE LENS 330CI 200101

Regionmax

RH PRK LMP ASSY; PRK/SGNL/MRKR COMBO; 2DR CPE/CONV.; W/WHITE LENS 330CI 200101

ENGINE HEAD GASKET

Dana

ENGINE HEAD GASKET

RH PRK LMP ASSY; PRK/SGNL/MRKR COMBO; 4DR SEDAN; W/AMBER LENS 330I 200101

Regionmax

RH PRK LMP ASSY; PRK/SGNL/MRKR COMBO; 4DR SEDAN; W/AMBER LENS 330I 200101

M

Moog

LINK KIT

LINK KIT

Moog

LINK KIT

CRANKCASE COVER GASKET SET

Dana

CRANKCASE COVER GASKET SET

ENGINE HEAD GASKET

Dana

ENGINE HEAD GASKET

ENGINE HEAD GASKET

Dana

ENGINE HEAD GASKET

STABILIZER BAR LINK KIT

Dorman

STABILIZER BAR LINK KIT

D

Dorman

STABILIZER BAR LINK

D

Dorman

BRAKE HOSE

STABILIZER BAR LINK

Dorman

STABILIZER BAR LINK

D

Dorman

BRAKE HOSE

AIR INTAKE HOSE

Dorman

AIR INTAKE HOSE

D

Dorman

WINDOW SWITCH

HANDLE BRACKET

Dorman

HANDLE BRACKET

Control arm - lower bushing 2 Bushings 2 Tubes 2 Bolts 2 Nuts Install Guide

Nolathane

Control arm - lower bushing 2 Bushings 2 Tubes 2 Bolts 2 Nuts Install Guide

Ferrea Racing auto part

Ferrea Racing

Ferrea BMW S54 30.5mm 5.96mm 119.2mm 30 Deg Taper Stk Trpl Comp Plus Exh Valve - Single (D/S Only)

D

Dorman

CONTROL ARM BUSHING

CONTROL ARM BUSHING

Dorman

CONTROL ARM BUSHING

Control arm - lower inner rear bushing 2 Shell Bushings 2 Bushings Install Guide Grease

Nolathane

Control arm - lower inner rear bushing 2 Shell Bushings 2 Bushings Install Guide Grease

ABS SENSOR

Dorman

ABS SENSOR

SEAT GEAR

Dorman

SEAT GEAR

Subframe - mount bushing 4 Bushings 2 Tubes Install Guide Grease

Nolathane

Subframe - mount bushing 4 Bushings 2 Tubes Install Guide Grease

Control arm - lower inner rear bushing 2 Shell Bushings 2 Bushings Install Guide Grease

Nolathane

Control arm - lower inner rear bushing 2 Shell Bushings 2 Bushings Install Guide Grease

TIE ROD

Dorman

TIE ROD

SUEDEMAT CUSTOM DASH COVER - BLACK

Covercraft

SUEDEMAT CUSTOM DASH COVER - BLACK

9911 BMW (VARIOUS) CABIN AIR PANEL FILTER 25.98IN L X 4.12IN W .779IN H QTY

WIX

9911 BMW (VARIOUS) CABIN AIR PANEL FILTER 25.98IN L X 4.12IN W .779IN H QTY

B

Brembo

DISC BRAKE ROTOR

STABILIZER BAR LINK KIT

Dorman

STABILIZER BAR LINK KIT

W

WIX

CABIN AIR FILTER MIN ORDER QTY1

PIGTAIL OR SOCKET

Dorman

PIGTAIL OR SOCKET

D

Dorman

CONTROL ARM

TIE ROD

Dorman

TIE ROD

CONTROL ARM W/O BALL

Dorman

CONTROL ARM W/O BALL

TURBOCHARGER OIL FEED LINE

Dorman

TURBOCHARGER OIL FEED LINE

TURBO COOLANT FEED LINE

Dorman

TURBO COOLANT FEED LINE

TIE ROD ASSY

Dorman

TIE ROD ASSY

CONTROL ARM LOWER INNER REAR BUSHING LOWER INNER REAR BUSHING CASTER CORRECTION.

Nolathane

CONTROL ARM LOWER INNER REAR BUSHING LOWER INNER REAR BUSHING CASTER CORRECTION.

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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