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By Lee Shahin ·
2008-2013 BMW M3 lowering springs
5 lowering springs for the E92 2008-2013 BMW M3 (S65 4.0L V8) from 4 brands. Shorter springs that lower ride height on the factory or aftermarket dampers.
Before you order
- xDrive and rear-wheel-drive cars use different springs. Confirm drivetrain.
- Check whether the set is listed for cars with adaptive dampers.
- Listings are read from the retailer's E92 M3 coupe category. Sedan (E90) and convertible (E93) cars share most mechanical parts; body parts differ. Confirm body style on the retailer page before ordering.
Brands on this page: H&R (2), AFE (1), Dinan (1), Swift (1).
AFE · Part no. 410-503006-N
aFe Control Lowering Springs BMW M3 (E90/92) 08-13
Eliminate the stock fender gap - works great with stock shocks!
Dinan · Part no. D100-0917
Performance Spring Set
Civilized performance for the discerning enthusiast
H&R · Part no. 50493-88
Race Spring Set
For aggressive street vehicles
H&R · Part no. 29053-1
Sport Spring Set
Unrivaled comfort and performance.
Swift · Part no. 4X903R
Swift Springs - E9X M3 1"F 0.7"R
Designed for optimum performance and driveability
Retailer fitment note: Average lowering of 1.0"F 0.7"R
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