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The Turner engineering team set out to design a solution that offers far superior durability when compared to OEM, requiring no modification and offering nearly instantaneous cornering and braking response for the absolute best road feel and driving experience possible. Our thrust arm monoballs utilize a sealed OEM BMW ball joint for exceptional quality and durability. The bearing assembly is precision CNC machined from 6061-T6 anodized aluminum and features a knurled OD to ensure a perfect press fit and longest lasting component life possible.

After owning an E90 335i for a couple of years, I was ready for something new. I'm a die-hard BMW fan and knew the M3 was the only logical next step. As the only M3 ever produced with a V8 making over 400 horsepower and revving to 8400 RPM, I knew this was the car for me. So far, I've fitted my M3 with Genuine BMW Style 359 wheels, ECS Carbon Fiber exterior upgrades, KW H.A.S. suspension, a Turner Motorsport skid plate, and Turner Motorsport software to tie it all together.

My first car was a 1998 528i, that's where I was first introduced to BMW. That car was my first experience working on a lot of things by myself, and I found out how straightforward BMW�s were to maintain. I�ve had plenty of other Euro cars, including a 911 SC, but the E46 M3 was always my dream car from the beginning. Eventually, I sold the 911 and bought my M3 in 2009. Since then, I�ve repainted it Daytona Violet, installed a Hamann wing like the Turner Motorsport team used on their race cars, put the factory seats back in, and am re-kitting it for an OE+/CS style build.

It's hard to beat the sound of the S54, unobstructed by the roofline of the car. I scoured the earth to find a Cinnamon dressed E46 convertible, and was looking for one with 100k+ miles so I didn't ever feel guilty enjoying it. My goal with the car is to restore it to it's original condition from a cosmetic perspective. All of the interior bits are being replaced one by one, as well as the badges, emblems etc. Future plans for the car include a few performance upgrades such as Supersprint headers, Turner Suspension goodies, and anything else that will help me enjoy this forever car, forever.

Rubber bushings, fixed trailing arms, and tons of deflection in your BMW suspension makes it comfortable to drive daily if you are just an owner, but enthusiasts, especially those who want to spend time on the track, need more competitive suspension. With Turner Motorsport’s track tested suspension upgrades, you can use the same technology proven by one of the most successful BMW racing teams in America to improve your BMW’s cornering and handling.

With a high-strung S54 inline six under the hood, a manual 6-speed transmission, LSD rear end, and competent suspension, the E46 M3 is a great platform out of the box. That isn’t to say it can’t be improved, however, which is exactly what we did. Below, we’ve listed everything we upgraded on the M3 before it was delivered to the lucky new owner who is surely enjoying our tasteful upgrades provided by our partners that help bring out the full potential of this incredible machine.

This is the Audi 8V A3 we gave away with the help of Bilstein, LIQUI MOLY, Rotiform, Milltek Sport, and so many other lovely partners who helped us create the ultimate version of the platform. Find everything we added to make this A3 incredible right here to take inspiration from our build and apply it to yours!

The E90 M3 was the last naturally-aspirated generation to bear the M-badge with its S65 V8 stuffed between the strut towers. Sporting a manual transmission, eight cylinders of Bavarian fury, and a luxurious interior, the E90 M3 is an enthusiast's daily driver dream car. Our development test mule has received a host of upgrades we designed for the platform and continues to improve daily as we add more to the list of performance and visual improvements available for the platform. Find all the upgrades we've made to our M3 right here!

BMW’s legendary turbocharged engines like the S55 are capable of incredible power with simple bolt-ons, make incredible turbo noises, and offer that unbeatable straight-six smoothness. However, they have more than one Achilles heel: the crank hub tends to back out, the drive belt likes to suck itself into the front main seal, and the oil filter housing tends to be incontinent. That’s why we’ve put together S55 Bulletproof Kits for your BMW! Make sure your turbocharged BMW stays safe at any power level for years with our carefully selected protection kits.

Give your BMW incredible stopping power with BMW Performance calipers from the 135i performance braking package. With Genuine BMW rotors and OE Textar pads. Brake harder with less brake fade with floating euro rotors and 6-piston BMW Performance calipers. Brake bias will not be dramatically affected. For track applications, a more aggressive rear pad is recommended. Most 17” wheels will clear these calipers. The four (4) longer bolts pictured will come attached to the OEM caliper carrier. This carrier must be removed and replaced with the new carrier.

Upgrade the exterior styling on your BMW E46 M3 with the Turner In-House designed and engineered Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser. Using all factory mounting locations, this diffuser is a direct bolt-on upgrade that can be installed in minutes. Featuring a deep profile, an aggressive fin design, and hand-laid 2x2 pre-preg carbon fiber, this exclusive design from Turner Motorsport will be sure to turn heads!

Our bushings provide a more enhanced driving experience by removing unwanted movement from the driveline. By eliminating the drivetrain deflection that factory rubber bushings permit, throttle response is improved, and the tendency for a car to “Wheel Hop” is significantly reduced. Featuring a tough 95A Durometer Red Polyurethane, and Black Anodized 6061-T6 aluminum Sleeve, our Performance Polyurethane Differential Bushings are more resistant to chemicals, road salt, and general wear and tear than factory rubber bushings, resulting in a longer life span.

On your E90, E91, E92, or E93, your rear toe arms are fixed. This is fine for your BMW if your suspension is stock, but as soon as you lower it, you are going to be out of spec. With the new Turner Motorsport Rear Adjustable Toe Arms, you can bring you suspension settings back into spec even with an extremely lowered vehicle. These arms are critical if you want to maximize the effectiveness of your BMW’s handling and prevent premature wear.

When these bushings go bad, it causes sloppy throttle actuation, and can cause binding of the throttle linkage, which can put you in a dangerous situation. Replace Turner bushings on your throttle linkages when they show wear or cracks.

These brake or clutch pedal bushings get rid of that annoying side to side sloppy play in your BMW's worn out pedals.

Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and things come apart. Work efficiently and productively with Schwaben digital torque wrenches. Enabling you to accurately apply specific torque. Trust the tool the pros know, Schwaben.

Believe it or not, when servicing your BMW transmission, the original plastic transmission pan has to be replaced due to the heat cycling and conditions it is exposed to during its service life. That’s not just annoying, but an additional cost for fairly regular service. Fortunately, the new PPE Heavy-Duty Aluminum Transmission Pan kit includes everything you need to complete your pan gasket service along with a pan you’ll never have to replace! This new heavy-duty transmission pan is sturdier and better in every way so it can be the last one you’ll ever need on your BMW.

Bavarian Autosport's M52/M54/S52 Exact-Fit Rubber Vanos Line is far more reliable than OEM, much easier to install, and significantly less expensive than OEM (11361705532) or other alternatives on the market. Even if your factory Vanos line hasn't failed, we recommend replacing it with Bavarian Autosport Exact-Fit Vanos line as cheap insurance.

Bavarian Autosport's M50/S50 Exact-Fit Rubber Vanos Line is far more reliable than OEM, much easier to install, and significantly less expensive than OEM (11361703464) or other alternatives on the market. Even if your factory Vanos line hasn't failed, we recommend replacing it with Bavarian Autosport Exact-Fit Vanos line as cheap insurance.

Are you spending some quality time with your car this Fall? Equip yourself for the season and make the most of your plans with Schwaben Garage Gear! We offer an extensive line of standard & European specialty tools for your collection, as well as high quality items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and improve the DIY experience for both you and your tools.

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Be a hero to the car enthusiast in your life! With ECS Virtual Gift Cards, worrying about fitment, years, makes, models, or any other difficulty you find in shopping for them is gone! These cards are the gift of tuning: you can know their next project was on you, without having to play a guessing game to get the right parts!

Do your wheels look sucked in? The ECS Tuning Flush Kit was researched and assembled to bring your stock wheels out for the best fitment and look. Designed to work with the OE style wheels, this kit will give your car the flush look it was missing from the factory and gives optimal fitment for lowered vehicles. With the wheels pushed out, you may also experience handling benefits by improving the level of grip that your car has in the corners.

The guys at Turner Motorsport have developed an ABS High Kick Trunk Spoiler that transforms the look of your F30/ F80 M3, all while keeping budget constraints in mind. Constructed from impact and UV resistant ABS plastic, this light and durable spoiler provides a sporty style that's sure to set your vehicle apart from the rest, without high price of an equivalent carbon fiber spoiler.

Carista is a smartphone app that allows you to diagnose, customize, and service your car. Diagnose: Check your car's health and report any stored faults. Access manufacturer-specific diagnostics, clear fault codes and reset your CEL. Customize: Personalize the behavior of your car’s windows, lights and more, with a click of a button. Service: With Carista’s DIY tools, resetting your service indicator, or checking your launch control count becomes a 1-click action. Engage: Simply plug in the Carista dongle and download the app subscription from your play store.

Schwaben Specialty tools has earned a reputation for producing exceptionally clever tools for a variety of difficult automotive projects. Their latest Wheel Essentials release contains superb examples of the Schwaben approach to premium tool design and manufacturing. The unique Protecta Socket Kit helps prevent damage during wheel installation & removal. Quickly measure bolt circle on wheels or hubs with the Schwaben Wheel Bolt Pattern Gauge. The Schwaben Low Profile Aluminum Floor Jack is loaded with design details that make this floor jack one of the best jacks on the market.

Free up horsepower easily without sacrificing comfort with the ECS Vacuum Actuated Exhaust Cutouts! A simple modification that allows you to flip between the factory exhaust routing through the full system or dumped out the open valve when you need extra performance. Since the vacuum-actuated valve is not electronic, it will not stick or burn out, meaning you will enjoy this effective modification for a long time without worry. No welding required, instant power, and a fraction the cost of a full exhaust system makes this the perfect upgrade for your German performance car.

ECS engineers have created a performance clutch kit designed with the enthusiast in mind, meaning you get all the benefits of a single mass flywheel without the drawbacks. The stock dual mass flywheel is designed using the weight to smooth out the clutch engagement which means in most cases going to a single mass they develop a chatter and hard shifting. ECS has found a way to keep that smooth feeling and gain the enhancements in response, the quality any daily driver would want Now available with Sachs E34 M5 clutch!

LIQUI MOLY is not only our favorite producer of lubrication and additive products, but they hold the title as the best oil producers in Germany: for seven consecutive years. A major part of any service is often a frequently forgotten one: using proper flushes and additives to ensure buildup and sludge are eliminated with maximum effect. LIQUI MOLY is a leading producer of oil additives, engine flushes, and fuel system cleaners, so we have picked out exactly which of their products your car needs to maintain peak performance at all times.

LIQUI MOLY is not only our favorite producer of lubrication and additive products, but they hold the title as the best oil producers in Germany: for seven consecutive years. A major part of any service is often a frequently forgotten one: using proper flushes and additives to ensure buildup and sludge are eliminated with maximum effect. LIQUI MOLY is a leading producer of oil additives, engine flushes, and fuel system cleaners, so we have picked out exactly which of their products your car needs to maintain peak performance at all times.