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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0105 BW 3SRS 2.5L/2.8L L6 FUEL MODULE

Braum auto part

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Braum 48-51 Universal Racing Harness Bar Kit - Space Gray - BRHB-48SG

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Wheel Pros, LLC

20X9 PNT 5X112 28 66.56

Sherman Parts black bumper

Sherman Parts

REAR BUMPER VALANCE PANEL E90; 3.0L; SDN; W/M PKG; MATTE BLACK BMW 328I/335I 0711

A1 REMFG INC auto part

A1 REMFG INC

NEW WINDOW LIFT MOTOR W/REGULATOR

SPEC D TUNING auto part

SPEC D TUNING

BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN E90 FULL LED TL CHRM HOUSING SMK LENS WHITE LT BAR

A1 REMFG INC auto part

A1 REMFG INC

UNLOAD BRAKE CALIPER IMP

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Sherman Parts

CAPA LT FRT FENDER ASSY G20; SEDAN; ALUMINUM BMW 330I 19C

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A1 REMFG INC

UNLOAD BRAKE CALIPER IMP

Wheel Pros, LLC auto part

Wheel Pros, LLC

STATUS MASTADON 22X9.5 5/120 ET30 C

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3 SERIES SEDAN XENON PROJECTOR HEAD

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SPEC D TUNING

F30 PROJECTOR HEADLIGHTS GLOSSY BLACK WITH CLEAR LENS

SPEC D TUNING auto part

SPEC D TUNING

3 SERIES R8 STYLE LED PROJECTOR WIT

SPEC D TUNING auto part

SPEC D TUNING

92-98 E36 3 SERIES TAIL L

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Sherman Parts

CAPA LT FRT FENDER ASSY E92|E93; COUPE/CONV BMW 328I 0713

OMP Racing roof rack

OMP Racing

OMP 06-08 Audi A4/S4 - Passenger Bracket

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RADIATOR SUPPORT W/GAS ENGINE FORD F250/F350 19921997; BRONCO 9296

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Wheel Pros, LLC

19X8.5 STINGER 5X120 51 72

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TYC

1216 BW 3SRS 2.0/3.0 L4/L6 AT 1RPA(w/oSULEV)RAD

A1 REMFG INC auto part

A1 REMFG INC

PROP SHAFTS

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SPEC D TUNING

G20 M PERFORMANCE SPOILER - GLOSS BLACK

TYC auto part

TYC

0611 BW 3 SERIES 5PIN (C) WINDOW MOTOR & REGULATOR ASSY RL

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SPEC D TUNING

E90 SEDAN PROJECTOR HEADLIGHTS MATTE BLACK HOUSING SMOKED LENS - OE HALOGEN MODELS ONLY - AMBER REFLECTOR SWITCHBACK LED LIGHT BAR LED SEQUENTIAL SIGNAL BREATHING LIGHT EFFECT

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E90 SEDAN PROJECTOR HEADLIGHTS CHROME HOUSING CLEAR LENS - OE HALOGEN MODELS ONLY - AMBER REFLECTOR SWITCHBACK LED LIGHT BAR LED SEQUENTIAL SIGNAL BREATHING LIGHT EFFECT

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SEAT MOUNTING BRACKET 8091 BMW 3181/325E/328/E30 PASSENGER

TYC auto part

TYC

9298 BW 3 SRS E36 2.5/2.8L V6 A/MT 1R PA RAD

TYC auto part

TYC

CAPA 0911 BW 3 SRS SDN LID TAILLAMP ASSY RH

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OMP BMW 3 83 Aluminum Bar

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1921 BW 330I 2.0L L4 1R PA (w/ TUR) RADIATOR ASSY

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SEAT MOUNTING BRACKET 6876 BMW 1600 2002 TURBO COMMON DR/PS

TYC auto part

TYC

9905 BW 3 SRS SDN w/o MEM FLD PWR NHT MIR RH

Sherman Parts auto part

Sherman Parts

RH FENDER W/O SIDE REPEATER LAMP BMW 3 SERIES (E36) CPE/CONV 9296

SPEC D TUNING headlights

SPEC D TUNING

R8 STYLE PROJECTOR HEADLIGHT GLOSS

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0810 HD ACORD 2.4L L4 A/MT 1R PA (w/ TOC) RAD

TYC fog light kit

TYC

1922 BW 3 SERIES W/O M PKG LED FOG LIGHT ASSY LH

G20 M PERFORMANCE SIDE SKIRT - GLOSS BLACK

SPEC D TUNING

G20 M PERFORMANCE SIDE SKIRT - GLOSS BLACK

Samco BMW E36 318is (1) Induction Hose (BLAZE)

Samco

Samco BMW E36 318is (1) Induction Hose (BLAZE)

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SPEC D TUNING

F30 F35 UNPAINTED FRONT BUMPER LIP

IMPORT POWER BOOSTER

A1 REMFG INC

IMPORT POWER BOOSTER

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Samco

Samco BMW E46 M3 1/2000 - 5/ 2006 (1) Airbox Hose (WHITE)

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Sherman Parts

RT FRONT FENDER ASSY V167; SUV; ALUMINUM MERCEDESBENZ GLE350 20C

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BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN E90 FULL LED TL FULL BLK HOUSING CLR LENS WHITE LT BAR

92-98 E36 3 SERIES ALTEZZ

SPEC D TUNING

92-98 E36 3 SERIES ALTEZZ

Wheel Pros, LLC auto part

Wheel Pros, LLC

TSW TWSVN 18X9.5 5X120 G-BLK 40MM - 1895SVN405120B76

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STARTER BMW 3 SERIES 3.0L L6 0611

Sun Coast Converters auto part

Sun Coast Converters

Suncoast SUNCOAST 8HP70 REBUILD KIT WITH ALTO G3 CLUTCHES SUNSC-216901PWR

TYC auto part

TYC

0205 BW 3 SRS SDN/WGN HALGN H.L LH

IMPORT POWER STERING PUMP

A1 REMFG INC

IMPORT POWER STERING PUMP

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A1 REMFG INC

IMP UNLOADED CALIPERS

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A1 REMFG INC

BMW 3 SERIES 05-99 F/R

AEM cold air intake

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Cold Air Intake System

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A1 REMFG INC

BMW 3 SERIES L6 12-06 F/R

1215 BW 3 SRS SDN/ 1315 HYBD QTR LED T.L RH

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1215 BW 3 SRS SDN/ 1315 HYBD QTR LED T.L RH

Sherman Parts bumper

Sherman Parts

CAPA FRT BUMPER COVER;W/O H/LAMP WASHER;W/O PDC; W/O PARK ASSIST; W/O CAMERA; PRIME BMW 328I 1215

Wheel Pros, LLC auto part

Wheel Pros, LLC

BEYERN MESH 17X8.0 5/120 ET15 CB74.

LH FRONT FENDER ASSY E90; SDN BMW 323I 0611; 325I/330I/330XI 0606;335I 0711

Sherman Parts

LH FRONT FENDER ASSY E90; SDN BMW 323I 0611; 325I/330I/330XI 0606;335I 0711

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Sherman Parts

CAPA LT FRT FENDER ASSY F30; SEDAN BMW 320I 1218

NEW WINDOW LIFT MOTOR W/REGULATOR

A1 REMFG INC

NEW WINDOW LIFT MOTOR W/REGULATOR

3 SERIES ALTEZZA TAIL LIGHT RED SMO

SPEC D TUNING

3 SERIES ALTEZZA TAIL LIGHT RED SMO

3 SERIES TAIL LIGHT SMOKE CLEAR 4 D

SPEC D TUNING

3 SERIES TAIL LIGHT SMOKE CLEAR 4 D

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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