Do the BILSTEIN B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 fit the M3?

No. BILSTEIN lists this kit for the six-cylinder E46 3 Series, from the 323i and 323Ci to the 330i and 330Ci. The E46 M3 uses different suspension geometry and parts, and BILSTEIN makes a separate B16 PSS10 kit for it, which Bulletproof Automotive also stocks.

What ride height range does the kit give the E46 3 Series?

For the E46 3 Series, BILSTEIN quotes lowering of 35mm to 50mm at the front and 25mm to 40mm at the rear compared with the factory ride height. On the E46 3 Series, the threaded bodies set the exact height inside that range. The B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 are rated for axle loads up to 1,030kg front and 1,190kg rear.

What does the 10-stage adjuster change on the E46 3 Series?

On the E46 3 Series, each click changes rebound and compression damping together, so the damper firms up or softens as a whole. BILSTEIN sets the range for the E46 3 Series, which keeps the softest position comfortable on a broken road and gives the firmest position the control a smooth circuit asks for.

Does the kit need a wheel alignment afterwards?

Yes. Any change to ride height alters camber and toe, so the E46 3 Series needs a four-wheel alignment once the suspension has settled at its final height, and again after any later height change. Settle on the final height of the E46 3 Series before the alignment, so it is only paid for once.

Who supports the kit after purchase?

Bulletproof Automotive does. BILSTEIN backs the B16 PSS10 kit with its Limited 5-Year Warranty, and any claim for the E46 3 Series goes through us to BILSTEIN, so the owner has one point of contact from order to support. The kit for the E46 3 Series is made in Germany to the standard BILSTEIN applies to its original-equipment work.

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BILSTEIN B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 BMW 3 Series

BILSTEIN’s B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 BMW 3 Series cover the six-cylinder 323i through 330Ci, the generation many enthusiasts still rate as the best-balanced 3 Series. Monotube dampers sit in zinc-coated threaded bodies with progressive springs, and a 10-position knob on each damper sets how firmly the car is held. It suits the owner restoring a clean E46 who wants it to sit and steer like a modern car.

Features

10 damping settings per corner of the E46 3 Series, with rebound and compression moving together on each click
Monotube dampers in zinc-coated threaded bodies, so the E46 3 Series ride height is set on the car and the bodies resist road salt
Progressive springs in blue, rated by BILSTEIN for the weight on each axle of the E46 3 Series
The B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 are made in Germany and covered by the BILSTEIN Limited 5-Year Warranty

Specifications

Damping adjustment: 10 stages, rebound and compression together
Damper design: Monotube
Front spring rate: 313 lbs/in, progressive
Rear spring rate: 399 lbs/in, progressive
Front lowering: 35-50mm
Rear lowering: 25-40mm
Maximum axle load: 1,030kg front, 1,190kg rear
Finish: Zinc-plated front, yellow rear dampers, blue springs
Country of origin: Germany
Warranty: BILSTEIN Limited 5-Year Warranty

Applications

BMW 3 Series: E46 (323Ci 2000, 323i 1998-2000, 323is 1998-1999, 325Ci 2001-2006, 325i 2001-2005, 328Ci 2000, 328i 1999-2000, 330Ci 2001-2006, 330i 2001-2005) | 1998-2006

Notes

BILSTEIN lists the B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 3 Series models from the 323i to the 330Ci
BILSTEIN also lists some 1998 and 1999 model-year 323i, 323is and 328i cars; confirm the car is an E46 before ordering
BILSTEIN specifies its coilover spanner wrench for setting the spring seats and lock rings on this kit
For the E46 M3, BILSTEIN makes the B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 M3
A wheel alignment is needed after installation and after any ride height change

Frequently Asked Questions

Do the BILSTEIN B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 fit the M3? No. BILSTEIN lists this kit for the six-cylinder E46 3 Series, from the 323i and 323Ci to the 330i and 330Ci. The E46 M3 uses different suspension geometry and parts, and BILSTEIN makes a separate B16 PSS10 kit for it, which Bulletproof Automotive also stocks.
What ride height range does the kit give the E46 3 Series? For the E46 3 Series, BILSTEIN quotes lowering of 35mm to 50mm at the front and 25mm to 40mm at the rear compared with the factory ride height. On the E46 3 Series, the threaded bodies set the exact height inside that range. The B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 are rated for axle loads up to 1,030kg front and 1,190kg rear.
What does the 10-stage adjuster change on the E46 3 Series? On the E46 3 Series, each click changes rebound and compression damping together, so the damper firms up or softens as a whole. BILSTEIN sets the range for the E46 3 Series, which keeps the softest position comfortable on a broken road and gives the firmest position the control a smooth circuit asks for.
Does the kit need a wheel alignment afterwards? Yes. Any change to ride height alters camber and toe, so the E46 3 Series needs a four-wheel alignment once the suspension has settled at its final height, and again after any later height change. Settle on the final height of the E46 3 Series before the alignment, so it is only paid for once.
Who supports the kit after purchase? Bulletproof Automotive does. BILSTEIN backs the B16 PSS10 kit with its Limited 5-Year Warranty, and any claim for the E46 3 Series goes through us to BILSTEIN, so the owner has one point of contact from order to support. The kit for the E46 3 Series is made in Germany to the standard BILSTEIN applies to its original-equipment work.

About BILSTEIN

BILSTEIN was founded in 1873 by August Bilstein in Altenvoerde, now Ennepetal, Germany, where its engineers are still based. In 1957 it fitted the first monotube gas pressure shock absorber to a Mercedes-Benz series production car, and Audi, BMW, Porsche and Volkswagen are among the carmakers that have used its dampers as original equipment since. BILSTEIN develops its suspension on its own test circuit in Papenburg and on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, and it has been part of thyssenkrupp since 2005.

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