Re: 2002 330xi suspension questions

["Eric M. Hunt" <bmw1@xxxxxxxx>]

Dinan has several packages available for the 330xi.  You will want to have the
parts installed at a Dinan authorized BMW dealer so they won't "void" the
warranty.

- -Eric
87 325ic

Jeff Sokolov wrote:

> Hi:
>
> I'm just about to purchase a 2002 3 series BMW and am trying to decide
> between a 330i and a 330xi. I live in New England (Lexington, MA) and would
> like to have an all-wheel-drive car. However, I am disappointed that BMW
> has not done any suspension tweaking to the 330xi when purchased with a
> sports package.
>
> I have some questions that would help make my decision easier:
>
> (1) What are the exact changes that BMW makes to the 330i when the sports
> package is added?  I'm assuming that BMW tweaks the tires, springs, shocks,
> and sway bars.  Is it possible to obtain enough detailed information so
> that the setup could be replicated (just asking)?
>
> (2) Is it possible to modify the suspension of a stock 330xi to be more
> like the 330i tuned suspension and not void the warranty?
>
> (3) Besides the tires, if I was only going to make one or maybe two
> changes, where would I get the biggest bang for my buck?
>
> (4) Can I make the changes with BMW OEM parts?
>
> (5) What are the risks?  Any war stories folks might have making changes to
> e46 models?
>
> Any information would be appreciated,
> -- Jeff
>
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