Which BMW models does the E30 M3 NTR-R1 Coilover Kit fit?

This Nitron M3 NTR-R1 fits the E30 BMW M3, spanning the 1986-1991 years.

What does the Nitron NTR-R1 replace on the E30 M3?

It replaces the factory springs and dampers at all four corners with Nitron NTR-R1 coilover units, adding adjustable damping, adjustable ride height, and firmer race springs, with a coilover setup at the rear.

What kind of adjustment does the Nitron NTR-R1 offer?

Combined compression and rebound adjustment at each corner, with an internal reservoir so there is no remote reservoir to mount or route.

Do I need to supply anything for the Nitron NTR-R1 front suspension?

Yes. Customers must supply donor OE front suspension legs, and a Bulletproof Automotive specialist will contact you directly to confirm the details once the order is placed.

Can the ride height and top mounts be adjusted?

Yes. The Nitron NTR-R1 has adjustable spring perches for independent ride height setting at each corner, and the kit includes adjustable top mounts.

Can I get custom spring rates for my setup?

Yes. Every kit is hand assembled to order, and custom spring rates outside the standard range are available by contacting us directly.

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Nitron NTR-R1 Coilover Kit for E30 BMW M3

The Nitron E30 M3 NTR-R1 Coilover Kit is for the M3 that has outlived its original suspension and now needs to handle the car the way it was built to be driven. The E30 M3 is a lightweight homologation special built to go racing, with struts up front and semi-trailing arms at the rear, and a car that’s now decades old has dampers that no longer control the body and springs that have settled, which dulls a chassis that was engineered to be sharp. Nitron’s NTR-R1 replaces the spring and damper at each corner with a coilover, firmer race springs, a damper built to control them, and adjustable top mounts so the alignment can be set up for how the car is driven. The front works with the customer’s own donor OE front suspension legs, and the rear is specified as a coilover, combining the spring and damper into one unit in place of the separate parts the car carries from the factory. The result is an M3 that turns in more precisely, stays flatter through a corner, and settles after a bump instead of floating, whether it’s a collector car kept for road use or one that’s driven hard at track days.

Unique Technology

Each Nitron NTR-R1 damper is a monotube design pressurized with nitrogen gas, which keeps the oil from aerating and holds damping consistent as the dampers heat up over a long session. The valving came out of motorsport work and is tuned to the weight and spring rates of an E30 M3 rather than adapted from a generic BMW curve, with 2-way combined compression and rebound adjustment at each corner so the car can be set firmer or softer without pulling anything apart. The reservoir is internal, so there’s nothing remote to mount or route.
- Basic Damper Design:
  1. End Eye / Top Mount
  2. Damper Piston & Shim Stack
  3. Shaft / Rod
  4. Floating / Separator Piston
  5. Suspension Oil
  6. Compressed Nitrogen Gas

Bespoke Engineering

Every Nitron E30 M3 NTR-R1 Coilover Kit is hand assembled to order in the UK. Spring rates and valving are matched to how the car will really be used, whether that’s a well-kept road car or a track build, and custom spring rates are available for owners who want to move the balance of the car one way or the other.

Features

Coilover rear suspension type
Internal reservoir type
2-way combined adjustment
Full alloy body
Preload adjuster
Combined 24 clicks of adjustment
Nitrogen gas charged
Precision bearing spacers supplied as required
Consists of 4 coilovers, and top mounts
Hand made to order

Specifications

Coilover Type: NTR-R1
Adjustment Type: 2-way combined
Adjustment: 24 clicks combined
Rear Suspension Types: Coilover
Droplinks Included: No
Recommended Spring Rates:
- FRS – Fast Road Spec:
  - Front: 513lbs/inch (90N/mm)
  - Rear: 285lbs/inch (50N/mm)
- TDS – Track Day Spec:
  - Front: 628lbs/inch (110N/mm)
  - Rear: 350lbs/inch (61N/mm)

Applications

BMW M3: E30 | 1986-1991

Other Suspension Kits for E30 BMW M3

NTR-R3 Coilover Kit

Notes

Fits Sedan and Convertible models
DONOR OE FRONT SUSPENSION LEGS MUST BE SUPPLIED BY THE CUSTOMER. ONCE THE ORDER IS PLACED, A BULLETPROOF AUTOMOTIVE SPECIALIST WILL CONTACT YOU DIRECTLY TO CONFIRM THE DETAILS.
Custom spring rates also available, please contact us directly here for more information or for a consultation on custom rates
Images used for illustration purposes only. Specific details, finishes and end fittings may differ from that shown.
Precision bearing spacers supplied as required

Frequently Asked Questions

Which BMW models does the E30 M3 NTR-R1 Coilover Kit fit? This Nitron M3 NTR-R1 fits the E30 BMW M3, spanning the 1986-1991 years.
What does the Nitron NTR-R1 replace on the E30 M3? It replaces the factory springs and dampers at all four corners with Nitron NTR-R1 coilover units, adding adjustable damping, adjustable ride height, and firmer race springs, with a coilover setup at the rear.
What kind of adjustment does the Nitron NTR-R1 offer? Combined compression and rebound adjustment at each corner, with an internal reservoir so there is no remote reservoir to mount or route.
Do I need to supply anything for the Nitron NTR-R1 front suspension? Yes. Customers must supply donor OE front suspension legs, and a Bulletproof Automotive specialist will contact you directly to confirm the details once the order is placed.
Can the ride height and top mounts be adjusted? Yes. The Nitron NTR-R1 has adjustable spring perches for independent ride height setting at each corner, and the kit includes adjustable top mounts.
Can I get custom spring rates for my setup? Yes. Every kit is hand assembled to order, and custom spring rates outside the standard range are available by contacting us directly.

About Nitron Suspension

Nitron Suspension has been at the forefront of precision suspension engineering since 1998, founded by Guy Evans with the goal of building high-performance shocks for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Over 200 dealers now carry Nitron products across Europe, Asia, the US, Australasia, and Africa. In 2008, the company moved into a dedicated facility in the UK’s Motorsport Valley, adding dynamometers, 5-axis CNC machines, and 3D CAD capabilities to support both growing demand and continued product development. A second expansion came in 2023 with a new office in Murrieta, California. The team behind every Nitron product draws from deep backgrounds in machining, materials technology, hydraulics, bike engineering, and F1 racing, with many engineers bringing firsthand experience as competitive drivers and riders. That depth of knowledge across both the technical and competitive sides of motorsport shapes every product Nitron develops.

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Shipping Policy

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.

BP Pricing Difference

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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