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2015-2018 BMW M3 lowering springs
12 lowering springs for the F80 2015-2018 BMW M3 (S55 3.0L twin-turbo inline-six) from 7 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 F80 M3 (S55 3.0L) category. Competition Package and CS cars can use different parts. Confirm model year and options on the retailer page before ordering.
Brands on this page: H&R (3), MMX Performance (3), AFE (2), CTS (1), ECS (1), Emmanuele Design (1), Swift (1).
AFE · Part no. 415-503001-N
AFe Control Variable Height Springs
Designed for those who want the adjustability of coilovers and the reliability of factory shocks
AFE · Part no. 410-503001-N
aFe Control Lowering Springs
Get rid of that fender gap - works great with stock shocks!
CTS · Part no. CTS-LS-003
CTS Turbo Lowering Springs - F80/F82 M3/M4
The perfect performance and visual upgrade for your M3/M4!
Retailer fitment note: DCC compatible: These springs are compatible with DCC. These springs couple very well with dynamic damper
ECS · Part no. 051084LA01
F80 M3 Lowering Springs
Enhance both the performance dynamics and visual appeal of your vehicle with our cutting-edge lowering springs, engineered to provide an average drop of 1.25" front and 1.0" rear.
Emmanuele Design · Part no. EMD-F80-LS
F80 M3 Emmanuele Design Lowering Spring Kit
Linear designed lowering springs matched to the factory dampers. Lowering of 1.3" front and .3" rear.
H&R · Part no. 23003-1
H&R VTF Adjustable Lowering Springs
More lowering, more features, and more personalization!
H&R · Part no. 50474-6
Sport Springs Set
Unrivaled comfort and performance
H&R · Part no. 28802-1
Super Sport Springs Set
Aggressive looks and ultimate handling for street or track
MMX Performance · Part no. MMR08-1005
F8X Height Adjustable Sport Spring Kit
Retains the use of your factory shocks while providing the ability to adjust ride height from 20-45mm Front and 10-35mm Rear
MMX Performance · Part no. MMR08-1003
MMR Lowering Springs
Lower your M3's ride height for better handling and a sportier appearance
MMX Performance · Part no. MMR08-1001
MMX Lowering Springs
Lowering springs from MMX!
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles Without Adaptive Suspension
Swift · Part no. 4X909R
Swift Springs - F8X M3 1"F 0.4"R
Designed for optimum performance and driveability
Retailer fitment note: Average lowering of 1.0"F 0.4"R
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