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E30, E36, E46, E90, F30, G20 — every 3-Series generation defined its era.
BMW 3 Series HERITAGE
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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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KW
KW Coilover Kit V1 BMW 4-Series
H&R
H&R 90-91 BMW 318i/318is E30 Super Sport Spring (Non Cabrio)
Bilstein
Bilstein B12 2012 BMW M3 Base Coupe Front and Rear Suspension Kit
KONI
Koni Sport (Yellow) Shock 99-06 BMW 3 Series - E46 M3 - Right Front
Hotchkis
Hotchkis 22826R Sport Sway Bar -Rear
KYB
KYB BMW 318/323 Series /325Ci/325i/328Ci/328i/328is/330Ci/330i Gas-a-Just Strut
Bilstein
Bilstein B4 1992 BMW 318i Base Front Left Twintube Strut Assembly
Bilstein
Bilstein 19-20 BMW 330i / 2020 M340i B6 Performance Strut Front Right
Bilstein
Bilstein B4 13-14 BMW 335xi / 320xi / 328xi / 428xi Front Left Twintube Strut Assembly
Bilstein
Bilstein B12 1985 BMW 318i Base Sedan Front and Rear Suspension Kit
Bilstein
Bilstein B4 OE Replacement 12-15 BMW 328i/335i Front Left DampTronic Suspension Strut Assembly
KONI
Koni 1125 STR.T Kit 06-11 BMW E90 325i/328i/330i Sedan (excl AWD)
H&R
H&R 19-22 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan/M340i xDrive Sedan (AWD) G20 Sport Spring (Incl. Adaptive Susp.)
Whiteline
Whiteline BBK001 Front (27mm) and Rear (22mm) Swaybar Kit; fits BMW 328i 96-98
Bilstein
Bilstein B4 06-13 BMW 3 Series Base 3.0L Front Left Twintube Strut Assembly
KW
KW Coilover Kit V2 BMW 3 Series G20 340i RWD w/ EDC Sedan
Whiteline
Whiteline Plus 4/91-5/01 & 10/01-05 BMW 3 Series/9/88-04 5 Series Rear 20mm Sway Bar Mount Bushing
KONI
Koni Sport (Yellow) Shock 83-91 BMW 3 Series - E30 318i/ (Exc. M-Technik/ and Cabriolet) - Front
Bilstein
Bilstein B16 (PSS10) 13-15 BMW 320i/13-14 328i/335i /14-15 428i/435i Front & Rear Perf Susp System
KONI
Koni Sport (Yellow) Shock 99-06 BMW 3 Series - E46 M3 - Rear
KYB
KYB Shocks & Struts Excel-G Front Right BMW 323 Series 1999-00 BMW 325Ci 2001-06 BMW 325i 2001-05 BM
Bilstein
Bilstein B4 01-06 BMW M3 Front Left Twintube Shock Absorber
Bilstein
Bilstein B8 SP 01-05 BMW 325xi/330xi Front Right Monotube Strut Assembly
Eibach
Eibach Pro-Spacer 5mm Spacer / Bolt Pattern 5x120 / Hub Center 72.5 for 01-06 BMW M3 (E46)
KYB
KYB Shocks & Struts Strut Mounts Front Left BMW M3 Series 1995-99
Bilstein
Bilstein B4 2007 BMW 328i Base Coupe Front Right Suspension Strut Assembly
Bilstein
Bilstein 19-20 BMW 330i B4 OE Replacement Front Right Strut
Bilstein
Bilstein 19-20 BMW 330i / 19-20 330i xDrive / 20 M340i / 20 M340i xDrive B6 Performance Shock Rear
H&R
H&R Trak+ 20mm Wheel Adapter Porsche wheels 5/130 - 71.6 CB - 14x1.5 to 5/120 - 72.5 CB - 12x1.5
KYB
KYB 07-13 BMW 325i E90 Rear Shock Gas-A-Just
Bilstein
Bilstein 2021 BMW 330e xDrive B6 Performance Suspension Strut Assembly - Front Left
KYB
KYB Shocks & Struts Strut Mounts Front BMW 318 Series 1983-92 BMW 325 1984-88 BMW 325e 1984-88 BMW 3
Bilstein
Bilstein B4 OE Replacement BMW M3 E46 Front Left Twintube Strut Assembly
KYB
KYB Shocks & Struts Gas-A-Just Rear BMW 320 Series 1977-83
Bilstein
Bilstein 19-21 BMW 330i xDrive B4 OE Replacement Suspension Strut Assembly - Front Right
Bilstein
Bilstein B8 SP 01-05 BMW 325xi/330xi Front Left Monotube Strut Assembly
KW
KW Coilover Kit V1 2020+ BMW 3 Series (G20) M340i xDrive Sedan w/ EDC Bundle
KONI
Koni Special Active Shock FSD 06-11 BMW 3 Series AWD (E90/E91) Front Left
KONI
Koni STR.T (Orange) Shock 10/91-99 BMW 3 Series - Sedan/Coupe/Vert 318i/is - Right Front
KONI
Koni STR.T (Orange) Shock 99-05 BMW 3 Series - all models excl. AWD & M3 - Rear
KONI
Koni STR.T (Orange) Shock 10/91-99 BMW Sedan/Coupe/Convtr. 318i/ 318is/ incl. M-Technkik - Rear
Bilstein
Bilstein B4 01-05 BMW 325xi/330xi Front Right Twintube Strut Assembly
Bilstein
Bilstein B4 1992 BMW 318i Base Sedan Front Right Suspension Strut Assembly
KW
KW Coilover Kit V1 2 Series F22 Coupe 228i / 230i / AWD(xDrive) w EDC (Includes EDC Cancellation)
Bilstein
Bilstein B8 82-92 BMW 3 Series (E30) Rear 36mm Monotube Shock Absorber
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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