DFV Coilover Kit for BMW 3 Series & M3 (E46)

The Öhlins Road & Track shock absorber kit is precision-engineered for the BMW 3 Series E46 1999 - 2005 (excluding xDrive models) and the legendary BMW M3 E46 2001 - 2006. Drawing directly from Öhlins’ extensive motorsport experience, this suspension upgrade delivers uncompromising performance on the track while retaining comfort and safety for daily driving.

Developed to provide sharper handling, increased traction, and greater driver confidence, the Road & Track kit transforms the E46 chassis into a truly versatile machine. The car becomes more responsive and predictable under demanding conditions, while maintaining a compliant, composed ride during everyday use.

At the heart of the system is Öhlins Dual Flow Valve (DFV) technology, which enables quick adjustment of damper stiffness. With a simple turn of the golden knob, the suspension can be switched from refined road settings to aggressive track performance. This adjustment influences both low- and high-speed compression and rebound damping, resulting in improved agility, balance, and overall chassis control.

For E46 and M3 E46 owners, the Öhlins Road & Track coilover kit delivers the perfect blend of motorsport engineering and everyday usability, ensuring maximum performance when it matters most.

General Features:

• DFV technology (Dual Flow Valve)
• 1 way adjustment - 25 meaningful clicks of damper adjustment 
• Individual height adjustment
• Rebuildable
• Corrosion salt spray tested (ISO 9227)
• TUV Approved
• 2 year warranty
• Weight saving of approx 10 Kg over original equipment 

Features Front:

• McPherson strut, upside down
• Compression and rebound damping with one adjuster
• Spring preload adjuster
• Approx. 15 - 35 mm lowering range
• Spring rate 70 N/mm
• Uses original top mounts

Features Rear:

• Aluminium monotube shock absorber
  
• Spring preload adjuster
• Separate damper length adjuster
• Approx. 5 - 35 mm lower than standard adjustment range
• Spring rate 110 N/mm
• Use with original top mounts

Purchased Parts Package:

• Coil over kit incl. mounting parts
• C-Spanner (for spring preload adjustment)
• Owners manual and mounting instruction
• Sticker set

Additional Available Parts: 

• Adjustable front top mounts that allow for greater control of camber set up