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Air Lift Performance 06-11 BMW 3 Series E9X / 04-14 BMW 1 Series E8X Performance Front Kit

$1,831.10

SKU: A009 78552

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Moderate — 2–4 hours

Description

Part #: 78552

When you purchase a BMW, you expect the ultimate automotive experience. The BMW E8X/E9X gives you all of that, but Air Lift Performance knew that something had to be done about the wheel gap... Our engineers started on the BMW by adding exactly what our air suspensions are famous for -- providing you with the maximum drop without sacrificing performance. With the ability to air out 4.84in from stock in the front, it will be impossible to go unnoticed. But that superior drop was not enough for Air Lift Performance. Our kits are also about achieving the versatility that the common coilover cannot achieve -- eliminating classic lowered-car problems with the touch of a button. We pride ourselves on making sure that every kit we build not only rides great but handles the curves like a fine sports sedan should. In front, the BMW E8X/E9X kit features our compact, double-bellow air springs over monotube, threaded-body struts, which provide a comfortable ride and great body support during cornering or braking. With 30 levels of damping adjustability, the struts allow for a huge range of customization, with the ability to go from super soft to racecar stiff. The struts are then topped off with adjustable camber plates that use high quality spherical bearings for precise steering feel and superior damper actuation. These plates allow for you to dial in up to three degrees of negative camber for that perfect wheel fitment or optimized handling. Now featuring our NEW pass-through lower mount damper design, the damper can be threaded completely through the supplied upper mount, providing increased suspension travel and further drop capabilities. By reducing the damper body, ALP engineers were able to design a longer damper, which improves the total stroke, all without sacrificing your drop height. How slammed your BMW can be is now no longer limited by the damper assembly! As the leader in air suspension products for more than 65 years.

Features:

  • 30 clicks of damping adjustment with a huge range from super soft to race car stiff
  • Progressive rate springs allow for a lower ride height than coils and excellent handling balance.
  • High quality monotube dampers dissipate heat faster than twin tube dampers and provide more consistent damping during hard driving or bumpy road conditions
  • Lower mount design with damper pass-through allows increased suspension travel
  • With huge range of available damping adjustment, driver can alter settings to maximize handling or create preferred ride feel
  • Air suspension is lighter than OEM coil suspension, reducing unsprung mass for improved ride and handling.
  • Key components are rig-tested to 1,000,000 cycles to ensure long life and performance.
  • Highest quality coatings and hardware keep parts looking good

It's time to revolutionize your BMW E8X/E9X experience and begin your #lifeonair with Air Lift Performance! Our air spring suspension will get you the maximum drop, as well as superior handling, and a comfortable ride.

This product may expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

MIA's Description

If you're chasing that perfect stance without sacrificing ride quality, the Air Lift Performance kits (78552 & 78610) deliver exactly what your build needs. Designed for enthusiasts who want both form and function, these kits give you full control over ride height at the push of a button- slam it for shows, raise it for daily driving, and fine-tune it for any road condition. Unlike traditional coilovers, air suspension absorbs imperfections better, giving you a smoother, more refined ride while still maintaining confident handling. What sets Air Lift Performance apart is their relentless focus on quality and innovation. Every component - from the air springs to the threaded shock bodies - is built to handle real-world driving while giving you that head-turning stance. Whether you're building a clean street car or a full show setup, this kit delivers versatility, reliability, and performance in one package. Bottom line: if you want a suspension that adapts to your lifestyle and elevates your build, this is the upgrade worth making.

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Specifications

BrandAir Lift
Part NumberA009 78552

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Built for enthusiasts. Every order is backed by our 30 day return window on eligible items. Unused and uninstalled products may be returned with approved RMA and no restocking fees when received in new condition. Orders placed through the MOTORMIA app with a complete build qualify for our Fitment Guarantee — free return shipping if the part doesn’t fit your exact setup. The guarantee covers fit only; installation must follow manufacturer instructions, and we recommend a qualified shop for parts marked Difficulty 4–5.

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