Took some pics after I Installed Koni FSD shocks, Eibach Pro-Kit springs, and Macht Schnell spacers (15mm F 12mm R) with the stock 264 wheels and staggered stock 215/40/18, 245/35/18 Bridgestone runflat tires. I hope to add some M3 suspension parts and BMW Performance Parts in the future. The car is Black Sapphire Metallic over Savanna Beige leather and burl wood trim. I did 35% tint all the way around except the windshield. I really enjoy driving it!
The set up I'm running is geared more towards a grand touring daily driver car, if that makes sense. The firmness is about the same as stock because of the trick FSD damper technology, and slightly stiffer Eibach Pro-Kit springs. It feels slightly more stable on curvy back roads, and does a better job sorting out the bumps and cracks on the road. I wanted to lower the car, but not get too far away from the stock feeling. Reason being, I drive my car everyday on Southeast Michigan roads (not the best condition). There is no rubbing at all during any driving situation or car load. Spacers are definitely not required - I only added them for enhanced aesthetics (wider stance).
If you're going for more of an autocrosser or light track use set up, don't even consider the FSDs and Eibach Pro-Kit.
Harold at HP Autowerks is great at guiding customers to a proper setup while keeping your budget in mind (also great customer service).
There have been no issues with my car - the set up has met my expectations of slightly enhancing the stock feel and lowering the ride height. My next mod will be ditching the runflats - slightly wider (225/255) regular tires will make the car ride even better. I am also thinking of adding the M3 sway bar to my 135i coupe for a sharper, more stable turn-in.
My mod resource list:
1. Eibach Pro-Kit Pt# 2097.140 HP Autowerks or Tire Rack ($237)
2. Koni FSD Damper Set Pt# 2100-4036 HP Autowerks or Tire Rack ($628)
3. Take your car to someone locally that can do a good alignment about a week after you install the parts. This way it will have had a chance to settle. (around $100)
4. Macht Schnell Spacers - 15mm F, 12mm R ($120 x 2)
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5. BMW Performance Grilles (gloss black). Can pick up at your local dealer or order from
Tischer Get BMW Parts
6. Wash, and wax. Then sit back and smile.
Updated photos 2011:
4/17
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showp...3&postcount=56
5/07
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showp...3&postcount=65
6/02
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showp...3&postcount=76
8/07
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showp...1&postcount=77
9/26
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showp...8&postcount=86
10/7
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=595234
2012:
5/1
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...8#post11874258
Winter season set up: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=622495
