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The MTS Stance E30 Gold is a height-adjustable send-in kit (coilover) from MTS Technik for the BMW E30 Sedan, Cabrio and Touring, model years 1982 to 1994. Stance is the lowest and firmest setup from MTS Technik, for those who want the wheel tight under the wheel arch.

On the Gold version, the steel parts have a yellow zinc coating and the aluminium parts are black anodised. This is a send-in kit: MTS Technik builds the kit with your own original front struts, so you don’t have to weld anything yourself.

Key benefits

• Zinc-plated damper bodies with a yellow zinc coating to protect against rust
• Lower by 25 to 90 mm, front and rear independently adjustable
• Eibach springs of 80 N/mm front and 260 N/mm rear
• Gas-oil twin-tube dampers that stay stable even under intensive use
• hexaCOIL spring perch: the adjusting nut does not seize up during adjustment
• Front camber plates included, so you can adjust the camber
• TÜV certificate and 2 year warranty with no mileage limit

Suitable for

The MTS Stance E30 Gold fits the following versions:

• 3 Series E30 Sedan (09/1982 to 03/1992): 315, 316, 316i, 318i, 318is, 320i, 323i, 324d, 324td, 325e 2.7, 325i
• 3 Series E30 Cabrio (09/1982 to 11/1993): 318i, 320i, 325i
• 3 Series E30 Touring (07/1987 to 10/1994): 316i, 318i, 320i, 324td, 325i

Note: not suitable for versions with four-wheel drive (325iX). Axle load: maximum 865 kg front and maximum 1030 kg rear; check your car’s vehicle type plate.

Also suitable for versions with M-Technik (M package).

Technical specifications

• Product: MTS Stance E30 Gold
• Manufacturer: MTS Technik
• Article number: MTSGWBM80-S
• EAN: 5903855610699
• Version: Stance, Gold (zinc-plated steel)
• Type of kit: send-in kit, made using your own original front struts
• Lowering: front 25 to 90 mm, rear 10 to 50 mm
• Springs (Eibach): GWFE81 with 80 N/mm front, GWFE112 with 260 N/mm rear
• Helper springs: GWHE01 (20 N/mm) and GWHE02 (20 N/mm)
• Height adjustment: front via threaded damper body, rear via separate adjuster element
• Front ride height: adjustable independently via the lower damper mounts
• Thread block rear: at the top
• Damper body for: diameter 51 mm
• Camber plates: included at the front
• Included: complete front and rear set with springs and height adjustment, plus front camber plates
• TÜV certificate: yes
• Weight: 36.9 kg
• Warranty: 2 years with no mileage limit

Fitting and delivery

MTS Technik builds the MTS Stance E30 Gold with your own original front struts: after receipt they are stripped of their paint, welded to size and zinc-plated.

• The stated lowering applies relative to the standard suspension. If the car has a factory sport suspension, the lowering will be smaller.
• When fitting, check the clearance between tyre or wheel and the strut: at least 5 mm. If it is less, use approved wheel spacers.
• Tip for adjusting the rear: remove the height adjuster, set the spring seat to the new position and refit the adjuster.
• After fitting the MTS Stance E30 Gold, have the wheel alignment checked, because camber and toe change as well.

How a send-in kit works

• After your order we will email you the shipping instructions and the address for your original front struts.
• Beforehand, remove all parts from the struts, such as hubs, bearings, cover caps, damper cartridges, bolts and nuts. If the struts arrive not disassembled, or if damage is found (for example broken bolts), they will be sent back or extra costs will be charged.
• Send in the struts in their original paint, even if it looks bad. Do not spray or paint them beforehand; they are stripped, welded and then zinc-plated.
• Because the kit is made to measure with your struts, the right of withdrawal for distance purchases does not apply: a send-in kit cannot be returned.
• This kit is only delivered within the European Union.

The delivery time depends on when your struts arrive. After your order we will keep you updated by email about the dispatch and the expected delivery time.

The MTS Stance E30 Gold combines zinc-plated damper bodies, Eibach springs of 80 and 260 N/mm and up to 90 mm of lowering for the BMW E30 Sedan, Convertible and Touring.

Why choose the MTS Stance E30 Gold?

With the MTS Stance E30 Gold you choose the lowest possible car with direct, firm handling; the stiffer springs keep the body steady, even with a large lowering. The Gold version is the most affordable way to get an MTS Technik coilover kit, with a zinc coating that protects well against rust. If you also drive in winter, take a look at the Inox version with stainless steel damper bodies. With the included camber plates you set the camber, which with a large lowering means less tyre wear and more grip. And because it is a send-in kit, you don’t have to weld anything yourself.

Frequently asked questions

Does this kit also fit a four-wheel-drive (325iX) version?

No. The MTS Stance E30 Gold is made for the rear-wheel-drive versions.

What is the difference between Comfort, Street and Stance?

All versions use the same dampers; the difference lies in the Eibach springs and the lowering range: Comfort (50 and 46-90.1 N/mm), Street (60 and 46-90.1 N/mm) and Stance (80 and 260 N/mm). Comfort is the softest. Street is the standard. Stance is the firmest and the lowest.

What is the difference between Gold and Inox?

Gold has steel damper bodies with a yellow zinc coating, Inox has stainless steel damper bodies. Inox is more resistant to road salt and moisture and therefore costs more. Otherwise, the kits are identical.

How long does delivery take?

The delivery time of the MTS Stance E30 Gold depends on when your struts arrive. After your order we will keep you updated by email about the dispatch and the expected delivery time.

Other MTS Technik sets for the E30

• BMW E30 (82-94) MTS Technik coilover kit (45 mm strut, front camber plates, weld-in insert kit)
• BMW E30 (82-94) MTS Technik coilover kit (51 mm strut)
• BMW E30 (82-94) MTS Technik coilover kit (51 mm strut, front camber plates, weld-in insert kit)
• BMW E30 (82-94) MTS Technik coilover kit (45 mm strut, front camber plates, send-in kit)
• BMW E30 (82-94) MTS Technik coilover kit (51 mm strut, front and rear camber plates, weld-in insert kit)
• BMW E30 (82-94) MTS Technik coilover kit (45 mm strut, front and rear camber plates, weld-in insert kit)