Which BMW 3 Series and M3 models do the Moton 3-Way Motorsport Coilovers for E46 fit?

MOTON lists the Moton 3-Way Motorsport Coilovers for E46 for the BMW 3 Series (rear-drive models; E46, 1997 to 2006) and BMW M3 (E46, 2000 to 2006). Each Motorsport set is built to order in the Netherlands for that fitment, so confirm the exact model, year and any previous suspension changes with us before ordering.

How does the 3-Way Motorsport kit compare with the other MOTON kits for the E46?

The 3-Way Motorsport adds a second compression circuit, so low-speed and high-speed compression are set separately on the reservoir at each corner of the E46. The 1-Way adjusts rebound alone and suits road use with track days. On the E46 it is the kit for racing and data-led setup work, and it rewards time spent with a setup engineer.

Which droplinks come with the E46 kit?

The kit includes a pair of adjustable aluminum front droplinks, MOTON part DLA-10-188-206, with M10 threads and a length range of 188 mm to 206 mm. Adjustable links let the front anti-roll bar be set back to neutral at the new ride height, which matters on a lowered E46.

What comes in the box?

Four non-inverted monotube coilovers with springs and remote reservoirs, each adjustable for rebound, low-speed compression and high-speed compression, pillowball front camber plates, and a pair of adjustable aluminum front droplinks with M10 threads, built to order for the E46. Wheel spacers, any electronic damper cancellation and the alignment are not included, and the kit ships without spring preload set.

Are the E46 dampers rebuildable, and is there a warranty?

Yes to both. MOTON designs every damper to be serviced and refreshed rather than replaced, which matters on an E46 that sees heavy track use. AST x MOTON covers its coilover kits with a 24-month warranty, registered with the order ID on the product certificate or on a damper.

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Moton 3-Way Motorsport Coilovers for E46 BMW 3 Series and M3

Moton’s 3-Way Motorsport Coilovers for E46 BMW 3 Series and M3 bring the full MOTON race specification to the E46 3 Series and M3: rebound, low-speed compression and high-speed compression each on its own adjuster. The E46 M3 used a 3.2-litre S54 inline-six and wider tracks than the 3 Series, yet MOTON covers it and the rear-drive 3 Series with one part number. Low-speed compression governs roll and pitch on the E46, while high-speed compression governs kerbs and sharp bumps, and each can be set without disturbing the other.

Design and Performance

Two compression circuits separate the response to slow inputs, such as roll and pitch under braking, from fast ones such as kerbs and ripples. On the E46, body control can be firmed up without making the car skip over bumps. It is overkill on a road car; the Moton 1-Way Coilovers suit that use.

Features

Non-inverted monotube dampers, adjustable for rebound and separate high-speed and low-speed compression
Compression adjusters on external remote reservoirs
Threaded ride height at all four corners
True coilover layout front and rear
Pillowball front camber plates
Elevated top guide with helper piston
Adjustable aluminum front droplinks, DLA-10-188-206, M10, 188 mm to 206 mm
Fully rebuildable, 24-month AST x MOTON warranty

What’s Included

Front coilovers with remote reservoirs (L/R)
Rear coilovers with remote reservoirs (L/R)
Front and rear springs
Pillowball front camber plates (L/R)
Adjustable front droplinks (x2)

Applications

BMW 3 Series (rear-drive models): E46 | 1997-2006
BMW M3: E46 | 2000-2006

Notes

The Moton 3-Way Motorsport Coilovers for E46 fit rear-drive E46 models including the M3; xi models are not covered
Route reservoir hoses clear of moving parts and secure them at the banjo
Keep at least 5 mm between wheel and damper; some factory wheels need a spacer
Kits are built to order in the Netherlands; lead time is confirmed at order
Images show representative MOTON kits

Frequently Asked Questions

Which BMW 3 Series and M3 models do the Moton 3-Way Motorsport Coilovers for E46 fit? MOTON lists the Moton 3-Way Motorsport Coilovers for E46 for the BMW 3 Series (rear-drive models; E46, 1997 to 2006) and BMW M3 (E46, 2000 to 2006). Each Motorsport set is built to order in the Netherlands for that fitment, so confirm the exact model, year and any previous suspension changes with us before ordering.
How does the 3-Way Motorsport kit compare with the other MOTON kits for the E46? The 3-Way Motorsport adds a second compression circuit, so low-speed and high-speed compression are set separately on the reservoir at each corner of the E46. The 1-Way adjusts rebound alone and suits road use with track days. On the E46 it is the kit for racing and data-led setup work, and it rewards time spent with a setup engineer.
Which droplinks come with the E46 kit? The kit includes a pair of adjustable aluminum front droplinks, MOTON part DLA-10-188-206, with M10 threads and a length range of 188 mm to 206 mm. Adjustable links let the front anti-roll bar be set back to neutral at the new ride height, which matters on a lowered E46.
What comes in the box? Four non-inverted monotube coilovers with springs and remote reservoirs, each adjustable for rebound, low-speed compression and high-speed compression, pillowball front camber plates, and a pair of adjustable aluminum front droplinks with M10 threads, built to order for the E46. Wheel spacers, any electronic damper cancellation and the alignment are not included, and the kit ships without spring preload set.
Are the E46 dampers rebuildable, and is there a warranty? Yes to both. MOTON designs every damper to be serviced and refreshed rather than replaced, which matters on an E46 that sees heavy track use. AST x MOTON covers its coilover kits with a 24-month warranty, registered with the order ID on the product certificate or on a damper.

About Moton

MOTON Suspension Technology was founded in the Netherlands in 1999, and by June 2000 around 30 percent of the cars at the 24 Hours of Le Mans ran its dampers. MOTON has since won in the FIA GT and FIA Sportscar championships, the ETCC and WTCC, Grand-Am and World Challenge. AST Suspension acquired the brand in 2011, and every MOTON damper is now developed, tested and built by the AST x MOTON team in the Netherlands, part of the Roosen Industries group since 2016.

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