Product Details

BC Racing HM Series Coilovers for the 2000-2000 BMW 323Ci Convertible (E46) combine the inverted-damper durability of the RM Series with the independent compression and rebound tuning of the ER Series, BC's pick for track-day McPherson-strut builds. Every kit is extensively tested on the 323Ci Convertible E46 chassis and refined until it balances ride quality with performance, the reason 323Ci Convertible coilovers from BC Racing are the best-selling adjustable kits in their segment worldwide.

HM Series kits use an inverted mono-tube damper on McPherson-strut chassis (upright on double-wishbone) with external reservoirs feeding separate compression and rebound adjusters. The result: the tuning depth of the ER Series inside the heavy-load chassis architecture of the RM. The off-the-shelf setup from BC Racing is deliberately balanced, spring rates and valving chosen so the kit feels comfortable day-to-day without giving up performance when you push it. Drivers who want a different recipe can spec Swift Springs, custom spring rates, or fully custom valving at checkout; BC will tune the dampers to match, which is a depth of customization most brands only offer on their top-tier kits.

BC Racing has been manufacturing adjustable coilovers since 2004 and is one of the most popular coilover brands in the automotive tuning industry for a reason: competitive pricing, deep customization, proven reliability, and a fully rebuildable damper design that lasts years instead of seasons. These 323Ci Convertible coilovers arrive tuned for the E46 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 rebound adjustment (top of damper)
  • 30-level compression adjustment (external reservoir)
  • Inverted mono-tube damper on McPherson-strut vehicles; upright on double-wishbone
  • Combines RM Series inverted-damper architecture with ER Series 2-way adjustability
  • 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-90-HM
Part Name HM Series Coilovers
Vehicle 2000-2000 BMW 323Ci Convertible
Drivetrain RWD
Chassis Code E46
Damping Adjustment 2-Way (30 levels rebound/30 levels compression)
Ride-Height Adjustable Yes
Spring Rate - Front 6 kg/mm
Spring Rate - Rear 8 kg/mm
Spring Size - Front 62-180-6K
Spring Size - Rear 62-150-8K
Swift Springs - Front 62-178-X
Swift Springs - Rear 62-152-X
Camber Plates - Front Included
Camber Plates - Rear Not Applicable
Suspension Design - Front True Coilover
Suspension Design - Rear Divorced
Notes
  • Damping Extenders are not compatible.
  • Fits Non-M models only (does not fit the M3).
  • The HM Series is not available in Extreme-Low configuration.
Vehicle Fitment
  • 2000 BMW 323Ci Convertible RWD (E46)

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