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Front Strut Brace BMW E39

If you want to make the front end of your BMW E39 stiffer and more precise, this E39 front strut bar is a logical first step. The brace connects the tops of both front strut towers of the 5 Series E39 and fits the saloon and the Touring. It is suitable for all engine versions except the M5.

The E39 is known as one of the best-handling large saloons of its time. Even so, the body gives a little after years of use, especially with wider tyres, coilovers or a few trackdays a year. With this brace you keep the front-end geometry together better.

Key benefits of the BMW E39 front strut bar

• Fits saloon and Touring of the E39
• All engines, with the exception of the M5
• Steel main profile: flat oval, 40 x 20 mm
• 3 mm wall thickness for a stiff connection
• Plates laser-cut and bent on CNC press brakes, holes pressed
• MIG/MAG-welded in dedicated welding jigs by a certified welder
• Put to the test in drifting and rallying

Suitable for

BMW 5 Series E39

• BMW 5 Series E39 saloon
• BMW 5 Series E39 Touring
• All engine versions, not for the M5

If you have an M5, this brace is not the right choice. If you are unsure about your version, we are happy to help.

Technical specifications

• Item number: 0011
• Position: front, top of the strut towers
• Profile: flat oval steel, 40 x 20 mm
• Wall thickness: 3 mm
• Mounting plates: laser-cut, CNC-bent, pressed holes
• Welding: MIG/MAG in welding jigs
• Colour and finish: powder-coated black
• Weight: 2.84 kg

Installation and delivery

The brace is mounted with its plates on top of the front towers. Clean the contact surfaces first and check that the panels around the towers are in good condition. Put the brace in place, tighten the nuts hand-tight and then tighten them evenly in a few steps with a torque wrench. The car stands on its own wheels while you do this, so that the towers are in their normal position.

Check after the first few hundred kilometres that everything is still tight. A quick check at the next service keeps the E39 front strut bar firmly in place for years.

For other models, take a look at our strut braces category. If you also drive a predecessor, take a look at the front strut brace for the BMW E34.

The E39 already steers well, but with a stiff front end it steers even better.

Why choose this BMW E39 front strut bar?

Because it was made precisely for this car. The E39 front strut bar fits the saloon and the Touring, is built from a heavy profile with a 3 mm wall and has been tested in drifting and rallying. The whole thing has a neat black finish, so it looks well cared for under the bonnet.

Frequently asked questions

Does this brace fit the E39 M5?

No. The brace fits all E39 engines except the M5.

Is the brace suitable for the Touring?

Yes, the E39 front strut bar fits both the saloon and the Touring.

Why fit an E39 front strut bar?

It limits the movement between the towers, so the car responds more directly to steering inputs and goes through corners more stably.

What material is used?

Steel with a flat oval profile of 40 x 20 mm and a 3 mm wall, powder-coated black.

Can I fit the brace myself?

Yes. With normal hand tools and a torque wrench it is a manageable job that you can easily do in your own garage.

How much does the brace weigh?

The E39 front strut bar weighs 2.84 kg.

Delivery outside the European Union: different shipping costs may apply. Don’t worry: we will email you as soon as possible after your order and agree the shipping with you. You are not committed to anything without your consent.