Product Details

Looking for a front strut tower brace for your 2001-2006 BMW M3 Base? The Whiteline Front Strut Tower Brace is made for it. Application note: Exclude models with traction control. It goes on the front of the vehicle. Whiteline part number: KSB557. Chassis code: E46. Trim named on the listing: Base. In the box: 1 strut brace.

Body panels flex slightly under load, and in a corner the tops of the front struts move toward and away from each other. This brace spans that gap, which stiffens the front of the chassis and lets the suspension do its job with fewer unwanted changes in geometry.

Whiteline rates the install as moderate and lists about half an hour. It does not require a wheel alignment. Working on the same car? We also list Adjustable Front Sway Bar Link, Rear Sway Bar Link, and Front Strut Tower Brace Quick Release Kit for the BMW M3.

Features

  • Matched kit: The parts in the kit are picked to work together on this car.
  • Chassis stiffness: Helps keep alignment angles and spring rates consistent by cutting down flex.
  • Finish: The polished alloy finish is a visual upgrade as well.
Specifications
Part Number KSB557
Part Name Strut Bar
Vehicle 2001-2006 BMW M3 Base
Chassis Code E46
Adjustable Yes
Bar Color Black
Bar Material Aluminum Alloy
Drilling Required No
Finish Anodized
Grade Type Performance
Installation Difficulty Moderate
Installation Time (hrs) 0.5
Kit Contents 1 Strut Brace
Mount Color Grey
Mounting Hardware Included No
Suspension Grade Type Performance
Vehicle Placement Front
Wheel Alignment Required No
Notes Exclude models with traction control

Vehicle fitment

This product fits the vehicles listed below.

YearMakeModelDrivetrainNotes
2001BMWM3RWDExclude models with traction control
2002BMWM3RWDExclude models with traction control
2003BMWM3RWDExclude models with traction control
2004BMWM3RWDExclude models with traction control
2005BMWM3RWDExclude models with traction control
2006BMWM3RWDExclude models with traction control

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