KW V3 Coilovers - BMW F80 M3 / F82 M4

Plenty of F80 M3 and F82 M4 owners find the standard car nervous over bumps and keen to step out when the road gets lumpy. A well set-up coilover settles it down. The KW V3 gives you stainless struts, adjustable ride height and separately adjustable rebound and compression, so the car can be calm on the road and properly tied down on track.

What you get

• KW V3 inox-line coilover struts and dampers with KW's recommended spring rates for the F80/F82
• Independent rebound (16 clicks) and compression (12 clicks) adjustment
• Continuously adjustable ride height on KW's trapezoid thread
• Stainless construction that won't seize or corrode through UK winters

Getting the right kit for your car

KW makes the F80/F82 V3 in two versions: one for cars with Adaptive M Suspension (EDC), which includes the parts to switch the system off cleanly, and one for cars without it. Early cars built up to December 2014 also use a different front top-mount fixing (3 bolts rather than 5). Give us your registration or build date when you order and we'll supply the right kit. If you have an F83 Convertible, ask us first.

How it compares

If you only want to lose the arch gap and keep your factory dampers, the KW height adjustable spring kit or the slightly cheaper ST height adjustable springs for the M3 and M4 will do it. If you'd like adjustable damping you can change from the driver's seat, see KW DDC. For regular track work, look at the KW V3 Clubsport. A 1-way alternative is the AST 5100 Street.

Fitting and setup at String Theory Garage

We fit KW kits in our own workshop and finish every job with ride-height setting, corner weighting and a full four-wheel alignment. Add AST adjustable drop links for the M3 or M4 if you're lowering the car a fair way. Get in touch when you order and we'll book your car in.

Questions we get asked

How do I know if my car has Adaptive M Suspension?
If your car has a damper button (Comfort / Sport / Sport+) on the centre console, it has Adaptive M. If you're not sure, send us your registration and we'll check.

Is it suitable for the M4 CS or GTS?
Get in touch and we'll confirm fitment for your exact car before ordering.

Photos may show a similar kit rather than the exact one for your car.