ST Suspensions Sport Lowering Kit for BMW 3 Series E46 Coupe (2-Door) 1999-2005 – Springs & Shocks Set – 40/30mm Drop – Fast Road Damper & Spring Upgrade – Fits 320Ci 323Ci 325Ci 328Ci 330Ci 320Cd – 346L/346C/346R/346K

Transform your BMW E46 two-door with a matched spring and shock upgrade

Dial in sharper turn-in, reduced body roll and a purposeful stance with this ST sport damper and spring package. The kit delivers a balanced ride height drop of 40 mm at the front and 30 mm at the rear while keeping daily comfort intact. Expect confident handling on British roads, precise body control in fast corners and an OEM-quality finish that lasts.

Why choose this kit

• Balanced drop 40 mm front and 30 mm rear for a level, aggressive look without compromising drivability
• Progressive-rate springs for supple cruising that tightens up when you push on
• Twin-tube gas-pressure dampers with vehicle-specific valving for predictable, fast-road performance
• High-tensile steel springs with multi-layer coating and final epoxy finish for long-term corrosion resistance
• Low-friction, pressure-resistant damper internals with a robust monoblock guide and sealing package
• Matched spring and shock pairing for consistent grip and improved traction out of bends

Real-world results

We have fitted this setup on customer cars and our own builds. Feedback is consistently positive: tighter steering response, flatter cornering, improved confidence on B-roads and a tidy ride height that looks right without being impractical.

Vehicle fitment

For BMW 3 Series E46 coupe models built 04/1999 to 02/2005. Compatible with the following engines:

• 320Ci
• 323Ci
• 325Ci
• 328Ci
• 330Ci
• 320Cd

Chassis codes: 346L, 346C, 346R, 346K.

Technical details

• Lowering amount front and rear: 40 mm front, 30 mm rear
• Engine output range: 100 to 170 kW
• Maximum front axle load: up to 970 kg
• Maximum rear axle load: up to 1100 kg

Please check axle loads on your VIN plate to confirm suitability before ordering.

What you get

• Vehicle-specific shock absorbers front and rear
• Progressive-rate lowering springs front and rear
• All components engineered to work together for fast-road use

Installation and setup

Professional fitting and a four-wheel alignment are strongly recommended for the best results. For installation, contact MJ Modifications in Warwickshire for a quote at info@mjmodifications.co.uk.

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