BMW 3 Series E46 parts on a BMW 3 Series E36: what swaps

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Which BMW 3 Series (E46, 1999-2006) parts fit a BMW 3 Series (E36, 1992-1999)?

ChassisDex has 5 sourced answers for BMW 3 Series E46 parts on the BMW 3 Series E36: 2 reported to fit, 2 fit with extra parts or work, 0 do not fit and 1 unclear.

Part (from BMW 3 Series E46)Result on BMW 3 Series E36YearsConfidence
OEM E46 Style 45 wheel (16x7, 325i / 325xi)Fits Reported to fit1992-1999Limited
OEM E46 330i ZHP Style 135M wheels (18x8 ET47 / 18x8.5 ET50)Unclear Unclear — details missing1992-1999Limited
E46 330i front brakes (325 x 25 mm rotors, calipers and carriers)Fits with mods Fits with extra parts or work1992-1999Limited
E46 330i ZHP steering rack (about 3.0 turns lock to lock)Fits with mods Fits with extra parts or work1992-1999Limited
E46 M3 / E46 convertible rear shock mount (BMW 33526754096)Fits Reported to fit1992-1999Limited

More: BMW 3 Series (E46, 1999-2006) · BMW 3 Series (E36, 1992-1999)

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