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BC Racing BR Series Coilovers for the 1995-1999 BMW 318ti Compact (E36/5) are BC Racing's entry-level coilover and the most popular kit in their entire lineup, they offer the most accessible entry into adjustable coilover suspension without sacrificing performance, comfort, build quality, or handling. Every kit is extensively tested on the 318ti Compact chassis and refined until it balances ride quality with performance, the reason 318ti Compact coilovers from BC Racing are the best-selling adjustable kits in their segment worldwide.

Every BR Series kit is built around a mono-tube damper with simultaneous compression and rebound adjustment at every corner, a wide damping range without the complexity of a race-only setup. Ride height is fully adjustable independent of spring preload, so you set the stance and the ride separately. BC Racing takes pride in choosing spring rates and damper valving that balance comfort and performance, you never end up with the oversprung, harsh-riding kit some brands ship as their only option. Drivers who want to deviate from the factory setup can order Swift Springs, custom spring rates, and custom valving at checkout; BC will re-valve the dampers to match whatever you specify, a level of customization most brands reserve for their top-tier race kits.

Since 2004, BC Racing has grown into one of the most trusted names in aftermarket coilovers, not by racing to the bottom on price, but by pairing that price with real build quality, deep customization options, and a damper design any suspension shop can rebuild instead of replacing. These 318ti Compact coilovers arrive tuned for the 318ti Compact chassis and ready to bolt in, no break-in period, no guessing at setup. Every kit ships with a 2-year manufacturer warranty, lifetime access to BC service parts (pistons, seals, shafts, no unit replacement required when it's time for a rebuild), and in-house tech support from both BC Racing and the Springrates team.

Features

  • 30-level simultaneous compression/rebound damping adjuster
  • Mono-tube damper with linear piston and hardened chrome shaft
  • Ride height adjustable independent of spring preload
  • Upper mount hardware varies by chassis, camber plates, pillowball, or reused OEM mounts. See the Specifications table for what's included on your kit.
  • Swift Spring and custom spring rate upgrades available at checkout
  • Custom damper valving paired with custom spring rates on request
  • Fully rebuildable, replacement parts available from BC for the life of the shock
  • 2-year manufacturer warranty against defects
Specifications
Part Number I-25-BR
Part Name BR Series Coilovers
Vehicle 1995-1999 BMW 318ti
Drivetrain RWD
Chassis Code E36/5
Damping Adjustment 1-Way (30 levels)
Ride-Height Adjustable Yes
Spring Rate - Front 5 kg/mm
Spring Rate - Rear 8 kg/mm
Spring Size - Front 62-200-5K
Spring Size - Rear 62-150-8K-S
Swift Springs - Front 62-203-X
Swift Springs - Rear 62-152-X
Top Mounts - Front Camber Plates
Top Mounts - Rear Rubber Mounts
Rear Damping Extenders Optional
Suspension Design - Front True Coilover
Suspension Design - Rear Divorced
Notes -

Vehicle fitment

This product fits the vehicles listed below.

YearMakeModelDrivetrainNotes
1995BMW318tiRWD
1996BMW318tiRWD
1997BMW318tiRWD
1998BMW318tiRWD
1999BMW318tiRWD

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