Coilover recs?

e93moiz · 03-10-2025, 04:04 AM

I drive an 08 e93 328i with about 110k miles. I took it up the mountain pass today and anytime I did any sort of turn at speed it would be very bumpy and rough. But the car still drove properly and it responded the way i wanted it to, it was just rough. So I’ve been looking at coilovers and wanted to know what’s the best bang for buck option and which set i can get the most performance out of. I’d prefer if the set came with adjustable dampening.

Thanks

Jaronbwall · 03-10-2025, 06:58 AM

Bilstein B14 kit is probably the best quality kit for the price. The ride height is adjustable and rides better than stock sport suspension. If you don't go upgrade just buy new replacement sport suspension. It will ride way better than stuff with 110k miles. Check out Rock Auto.
https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...assembly,15174

What ever route you choose buy this kit from Turner Motorsports. It's a no brainer because these parts will be dry rotted and worn out. Cheers.
https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-1...ce-suspension/

rasabatino · 03-25-2025, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaronbwall

Bilstein B14 kit is probably the best quality kit for the price. The ride height is adjustable and rides better than stock sport suspension. If you don't go upgrade just buy new replacement sport suspension. It will ride way better than stuff with 110k miles. Check out Rock Auto.
https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...assembly,15174

What ever route you choose buy this kit from Turner Motorsports. It's a no brainer because these parts will be dry rotted and worn out. Cheers.
https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-1...ce-suspension/

Just to add to this: B14's are a lot firmer than the sport suspension. So if you're not into sacrificing a bit of comfort for better handling, they're not for you.

Source: I just installed B14's in my car and think they're great.

Bcastle · 04-30-2025, 04:16 PM

Not sure how to tell if my 328i convertible has sport suspension. Bought used 1 month ago. VIN?

Phil325i · 05-12-2025, 08:28 AM

I know I'm biased, but don't overlook Ohlins Road and Track. Not cheap, but if you're keeping your car for the long term, well worth considering...

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e93moiz Registered 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: e93 328i Join Date: Apr 2024 Location: San Francisco iTrader: (0)	Coilover recs? I drive an 08 e93 328i with about 110k miles. I took it up the mountain pass today and anytime I did any sort of turn at speed it would be very bumpy and rough. But the car still drove properly and it responded the way i wanted it to, it was just rough. So I’ve been looking at coilovers and wanted to know what’s the best bang for buck option and which set i can get the most performance out of. I’d prefer if the set came with adjustable dampening. Thanks
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Jaronbwall Driving cars and riding bikes really fast 301 Rep 1,029 Posts Drives: 2009 335i Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Indianapolis iTrader: (0)	Bilstein B14 kit is probably the best quality kit for the price. The ride height is adjustable and rides better than stock sport suspension. If you don't go upgrade just buy new replacement sport suspension. It will ride way better than stuff with 110k miles. Check out Rock Auto. https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...assembly,15174 What ever route you choose buy this kit from Turner Motorsports. It's a no brainer because these parts will be dry rotted and worn out. Cheers. https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-1...ce-suspension/ __________________ 335i, sport pkg, 3 pedals, Blacked out, LED markers, OZ Ultraleggera wheels, Firestone Indy 500s, x-pipe, vibrant 1792, PE mod MHD stage 2+, BMS DPs, ARM charge pipe, Tial BOV, ARM FMIC, dual cone, CSF radiator, M3 control arms, sways, HAWK pads. https://www.strava.com/athletes/8309149 Follow me on Strava
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Bcastle New Member 2 Rep 8 Posts Drives: BMW 328i Join Date: Apr 2025 Location: Spokane, Wa iTrader: (0)	Not sure how to tell if my 328i convertible has sport suspension. Bought used 1 month ago. VIN?
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