Which cars do the BILSTEIN B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 fit?

BILSTEIN lists this kit for the E46 BMW M3 from the 2001 to the 2006 model year. The non-M E46 3 Series uses different suspension parts, and BILSTEIN makes a separate B16 PSS10 kit for those models, so confirm the car is an M3 before ordering.

How much lower will the E46 M3 sit?

For the E46 M3, BILSTEIN quotes lowering of 10mm to 35mm at the front and 20mm to 35mm at the rear compared with the factory ride height. On the E46 M3, the threaded bodies set the exact height inside that range. The B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 are rated for axle loads up to 990kg front and 1,170kg rear.

What is the difference between BILSTEIN B14 and B16 kits?

For the E46 M3, both would be height-adjustable BILSTEIN coilover kits with threaded bodies and matched springs. B14 dampers have fixed valving chosen by BILSTEIN, while the B16 adds a 10-stage adjuster, so an owner of the E46 M3 can firm the damping up for a track day and soften it for the drive home without changing parts.

Does the kit need a wheel alignment afterwards?

Yes. Any change to ride height alters camber and toe, so the E46 M3 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 M3 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 M3 goes through us to BILSTEIN, so the owner has one point of contact from order to support. The kit for the E46 M3 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 M3

BILSTEIN’s B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 BMW M3 replace the factory struts and shocks of the 2001 to 2006 M3 with monotube dampers on threaded, zinc-coated bodies and a 10-click adjuster at every corner. BILSTEIN has supplied BMW with original-equipment dampers for decades, and the B16 kit turns that engineering into something an owner can tune. The E46 M3 is a car people keep, drive hard and maintain properly, and this is the suspension for the owner who wants it lower and sharper without giving up a ride that works on real roads.

Features

10-stage damping adjustment on every corner of the E46 M3, changing rebound and compression with each click
Threaded, zinc-coated damper bodies for setting ride height at each corner of the E46 M3
Springs and dampers tuned as a pair for the E46 M3, with progressive spring rates and a blue finish
Built in Germany, the B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 are backed by the BILSTEIN Limited 5-Year Warranty

Specifications

Damping adjustment: 10 stages, rebound and compression together
Damper design: Monotube
Front spring rate: 342 lbs/in, progressive
Rear spring rate: 565 lbs/in, progressive
Front lowering: 10-35mm
Rear lowering: 20-35mm
Maximum axle load: 990kg front, 1,170kg rear
Finish: Zinc-plated front, yellow rear dampers, blue springs
Country of origin: Germany
Warranty: BILSTEIN Limited 5-Year Warranty

Applications

BMW M3: E46 | 2001-2006

Notes

BILSTEIN specifies its coilover spanner wrench for setting the spring seats and lock rings on this kit
For the non-M E46 3 Series, BILSTEIN makes the B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 3 Series
A wheel alignment is needed after installation and after any ride height change

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cars do the BILSTEIN B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 fit? BILSTEIN lists this kit for the E46 BMW M3 from the 2001 to the 2006 model year. The non-M E46 3 Series uses different suspension parts, and BILSTEIN makes a separate B16 PSS10 kit for those models, so confirm the car is an M3 before ordering.
How much lower will the E46 M3 sit? For the E46 M3, BILSTEIN quotes lowering of 10mm to 35mm at the front and 20mm to 35mm at the rear compared with the factory ride height. On the E46 M3, the threaded bodies set the exact height inside that range. The B16 PSS10 Coilovers for E46 are rated for axle loads up to 990kg front and 1,170kg rear.
What is the difference between BILSTEIN B14 and B16 kits? For the E46 M3, both would be height-adjustable BILSTEIN coilover kits with threaded bodies and matched springs. B14 dampers have fixed valving chosen by BILSTEIN, while the B16 adds a 10-stage adjuster, so an owner of the E46 M3 can firm the damping up for a track day and soften it for the drive home without changing parts.
Does the kit need a wheel alignment afterwards? Yes. Any change to ride height alters camber and toe, so the E46 M3 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 M3 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 M3 goes through us to BILSTEIN, so the owner has one point of contact from order to support. The kit for the E46 M3 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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Items that are in stock in the US, either at Bulletproof’s warehouse or at a supplier’s warehouse, are generally delivered within 7-10 days. Special order items from overseas take considerably longer. As a courtesy Bulletproof offers delivery estimates to our customers which take into consideration manufacturer availability and shipping schedule. These estimates represent our best guess based on previous orders from the manufacturer and do not in any way imply a guaranteed delivery window. Many manufacturers work in a “just in time” inventory system and often take 2-20+ weeks to produce an item once an order is submitted. All deliverable items are then sent to our Japanese warehouse. Bulletproof ships a minimum of one full ocean freight container every month from Japan, oftentimes more than one a month. Ocean freight takes an average of 4 weeks. Typically it breaks down to one week in Japan for paperwork and customs, two weeks by boat and one week in US customs/clearance. Due to the wide number of variables between manufacturer and shipping schedules, delivery estimates are simply just that – estimates. We attempt to estimate conservatively and we usually deliver faster than our estimates suggest. It is not Bulletproof’s policy to guarantee delivery time of any special order item, this is impossible for us to do. By ordering you acknowledge that there is no required delivery ETA and an order may not be canceled or altered due to manufacturing or shipping delays, all ETA’s are provided as a best guess only. Please review the full Terms & Conditions here.

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We do pricing a little differently on our JDM brands and we believe in making things simple and clear. No hidden fees or surcharges. Every price you see includes the shipping cost to our office in Los Angeles, California and all the associated taxes/duties/fees for bringing the products into the US. The only shipping you ever pay is from our facility in the US to your location. Be wary of resellers that don’t include the cost of international shipping in their pricing on JDM parts. While we believe we’ll always have the lowest all-in price on JDM products, we offer a price match guarantee for all authentic parts purchased from authorized dealers as well. For many international customers, it’s much more affordable to ship from the USA than from Japan directly, as the air freight and ocean freight costs are typically much less. However, for customers looking to ship directly from Japan outside of North America, or domestically in Japan, we can provide pricing specifically for that scenario. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any pricing questions or concerns. Please email us at sales@bulletproofautomotive.com with any inquiries.

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