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Front strut brace BMW F30 F31 F32 F33 F80 F82

This BMW F30 strut brace connects the two front strut towers of your 3 Series or 4 Series with a sturdy steel tube. It fits the F30, F31, F32, F33 and F34, as well as the M3 F80 and the M4 F82. Because the towers move less relative to each other, the front end responds more directly to your steering. Even under heavy load on the front axle, the geometry stays in place better.

The brace is intended for drivers who want more feel in the front wheels, on the road, during a trackday or in the drift class. You fit it without drilling or welding, because it uses the original mounting holes in the body.

Key benefits of the BMW F30 strut brace

• Stiffer front end: the strut towers are linked together
• Better handling: that is what the brace is designed for
• Flat oval steel profile of 40 x 20 mm with a 3 mm wall thickness
• MIG/MAG-welded in fixed welding jigs by an experienced, certified welder
• Black powder coating that suits any paint colour
• Bolt-on using the original holes in the body
• One brace for the F30 up to and including the F82, including M3 and M4

Suitable for

BMW 3 Series, 4 Series, M3 and M4 of the F generation

• BMW 3 Series F30 saloon
• BMW 3 Series F31 Touring
• BMW 3 Series F34 Gran Turismo
• BMW 4 Series F32 coupé and F33 convertible
• BMW M3 F80
• BMW M4 F82

Technical specifications

• Item number: 0011
• Type: front strut brace
• Main profile: flat oval steel, 40 x 20 mm
• Wall thickness: 3 mm
• Welding method: MIG/MAG in special welding jigs
• Finish: black powder coating
• Mounting: original mounting holes in the body
• Weight: 2.84 kg

Installation and delivery

The BMW F30 strut brace goes on the existing mounting points of the front strut towers, so you do not need to modify anything on the body. Put the brace in place, first screw in all bolts by hand and only tighten them once both feet sit flat. This prevents stress from building up in the brace.

Tighten the bolts with a torque wrench and check the BMW F30 strut brace again after the first few drives. If you are doing more work on the suspension, also take a look at the rest of our strut braces and reinforcements.

Two strut towers that work together instead of moving independently: you feel it straight away in the steering.

Why choose this BMW F30 strut brace?

A modern 3 Series is already quite stiff from the factory, but when turning in hard and under lateral load the strut towers still flex. This brace removes that last bit of movement with a simple, strong design: a flat oval profile with a 3 mm wall, neatly welded and powder-coated. It fits seven body variants, from F30 up to and including F82, and goes on without modifications. If you are looking for a BMW F30 strut brace that also fits the M3 and M4, this single item number covers it all.

Frequently asked questions

Does this brace also fit the F34 Gran Turismo?

Yes. Besides the F30, F31, F32, F33, F80 and F82, the manufacturer also lists the F34 as a fitting model.

Is any drilling or welding needed?

No. The BMW F30 strut brace is fitted to the original mounting holes in the body.

How heavy is the brace?

The brace weighs 2.84 kg.

What colour is the strut brace?

It is powder-coated black. That finish does not stand out in the engine bay and suits any paint colour.

Can I combine the brace with lowered suspension?

Yes. The brace sits on top of the strut towers and has no effect on the ride height. It works well with coilovers and stiffer springs. That is exactly when the towers are loaded more heavily.

Does this also make sense for a car that is only driven on the road?

Yes. On public roads, too, you will notice a tighter front end with a BMW F30 strut brace, especially in fast corners and on poor road surfaces. For trackdays and drifting, the effect is greatest.

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.