General Information

E46 M3 Body

Changes Compared to E46/2
The increase in engine output, torque, dynamic driving characteristics and sport design of the E46 M3 places more demand requirements on the individual components in the body. Visual, functional as well as technical features of the E46 M3 body have been modified in order to satisfy all these requirements. The individual changes contribute to increasing the E46 M3 body rigidity.

The visual differences of the E46 M3 as compared to the E46/2 in the body area include widening of the front and rear side panels, a modified aluminum hood as well as front and rear bumper covers.

The increased body rigidity is achieved by the use of additional gusset plates and weld points. Both functional and technical modifications have been made to the side frame structures, front and rear wheel arches, reinforcement in the C-pillar area as well as the luggage compartment floor.

The body of the E46 M3 corresponds to that of the E46/2 but with the above Changes:
1. Floor Assembly / Luggage Compartment Floor
2. Side Frame / Wheel Arches
3. Front / Rear Side Panels
4. Hood / Fuel Filler Flap
5. Front Bumper
6. Rear Bumper
7. C-Pillar Reinforced
8. Spring Strut Tower
9. Rear Axle Mounts