Which cars does this GTC-500 wing for E46 BMW fit?

This GTC-500 wing for E46 BMW fits the 2000-2006 E46 BMW 3 Series and the 2000-2006 E46 BMW M3, as listed on the page. Confirm your body style and model year with us before ordering.

Does it fit the coupe, the sedan, the convertible or the wagon?

The page lists the E46 3 Series and M3 for 2000-2006 and does not name body styles, which have different trunk lids. The sedan was built through 2005, and the other E46 wing pages list 1999-2005. Confirm with us before ordering, since the trunk has to be slotted.

Does the trunk need to be cut?

Yes. The page says this is a chassis mount wing and that the factory trunk has to be slotted to install it properly. A professional installation is recommended, so contact us if you want to go through the fitment before ordering.

How is it different from APR's other wings for the E46?

This listing is the 61-inch GTC-500 chassis mount wing. APR also lists a 67-inch GT-250, a 67-inch GTC-300 and a 61-inch GTC-250 for the same chassis as separate listings, linked in the Notes. The pages do not compare them, so contact us if you want help choosing.

What is the wing made from, and does it have Gurney flaps?

Carbon fiber reinforced polymer composite airfoils made with high-temperature autoclaving and vacuum bagging in aluminum molds, on 10mm 6061 aircraft-grade billet aluminum pedestals with a matte black powder coating. The airfoil is around 61 inches wide. The page does not mention Gurney flaps or an angle-adjustment range, so contact us if you need those details.

What is the PPF film option, and how long does delivery take?

PPF film is an optional extra for an additional $200, chosen at checkout. The wing is made to order or special order from the manufacturer, so we confirm the estimated lead time after you order. Talk to us first if you have a specific deadline.

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APR Performance Carbon Fiber GTC-500 61″ Adjustable Wing for E46 BMW 3 Series and M3

The GTC-500 wing for E46 BMW 3 Series and M3, featuring an airfoil configuration with a breadth of around 61 inches, provides extraordinary amounts of downforce for a diverse range of sport and touring vehicle models.

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Technical Features

The GTC Series aerofoil has been luxuriously crafted with close scrutiny, incorporating a complex, three-dimensional shape to ensure an impeccable balance between downforce and drag, validated by a plethora of Computational Fluid Dynamics simulations. This aerodynamic configuration ensures maximal downforce while constraining vortices to an utter minimum.
The GTC line of airfoils has attained a rightful reputation in the sector due to its revolutionary robustness and immensely intricate engineering of weight-saving components comprising carbon fiber reinforced polymer composites. Incredibly skilled technicians have capitalized on cutting-edge amalgamation methods, consisting of high-temperature autoclaving and vacuum bagging, to fabricate superior aluminum ingot molds.
- The GTC Series airfoils are constructed from carbon fiber composites, lauded for their sturdiness and agility, supplemented by 10mm 6061 aircraft-grade billet aluminum pedestals adorned with a visually attractive matte black powder coating.

Applications

BMW 3 Series: E46 | 2000-2006
BMW M3: E46 | 2000-2006

Notes

This is a chassis mount wing, and you will need to slot the factory trunk in order to properly install this wing

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cars does this GTC-500 wing for E46 BMW fit? This GTC-500 wing for E46 BMW fits the 2000-2006 E46 BMW 3 Series and the 2000-2006 E46 BMW M3, as listed on the page. Confirm your body style and model year with us before ordering.
Does it fit the coupe, the sedan, the convertible or the wagon? The page lists the E46 3 Series and M3 for 2000-2006 and does not name body styles, which have different trunk lids. The sedan was built through 2005, and the other E46 wing pages list 1999-2005. Confirm with us before ordering, since the trunk has to be slotted.
Does the trunk need to be cut? Yes. The page says this is a chassis mount wing and that the factory trunk has to be slotted to install it properly. A professional installation is recommended, so contact us if you want to go through the fitment before ordering.
How is it different from APR’s other wings for the E46? This listing is the 61-inch GTC-500 chassis mount wing. APR also lists a 67-inch GT-250, a 67-inch GTC-300 and a 61-inch GTC-250 for the same chassis as separate listings, linked in the Notes. The pages do not compare them, so contact us if you want help choosing.
What is the wing made from, and does it have Gurney flaps? Carbon fiber reinforced polymer composite airfoils made with high-temperature autoclaving and vacuum bagging in aluminum molds, on 10mm 6061 aircraft-grade billet aluminum pedestals with a matte black powder coating. The airfoil is around 61 inches wide. The page does not mention Gurney flaps or an angle-adjustment range, so contact us if you need those details.
What is the PPF film option, and how long does delivery take? PPF film is an optional extra for an additional $200, chosen at checkout. The wing is made to order or special order from the manufacturer, so we confirm the estimated lead time after you order. Talk to us first if you have a specific deadline.

About APR Performance

Since 1999, APR Performance has crafted aerodynamic performance components for the aftermarket automotive sector. Products are developed with computational fluid dynamics analysis and tested on track against performance specifications. APR’s proprietary manufacturing processes use pre-impregnated carbon fiber composites to make parts that are sturdy, light, and premium in quality.

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