{"product_id":"karbonius-e46-m3-3-series-carbon-strut-brace","title":"Karbonius E46 M3 \/ 3-Series Carbon Strut Brace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Karbonius E46 M3 \/ 3-Series Carbon Strut Brace is one of the most effective handling upgrades available for the E46 platform — directly inspired by the discontinued BMW Performance strut bar, but re-engineered in premium prepreg carbon fiber. A strut tower brace adds meaningful structural strength to the chassis, preventing strut tower flex and maintaining suspension geometry under hard cornering, both on road and track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 1,100 grams, the Karbonius brace is exceptionally lightweight without compromising the structural integrity required of a functional chassis component. The carbon bar is manufactured in prepreg carbon fiber and cured in an aluminum mold in an autoclave; the strut tower caps are 5-axis CNC machined from natural anodized aluminum and include six titanium strut tower nuts. The 2×2 carbon weave in standard high-gloss finish provides a striking, eye-catching appearance that complements any E46 engine bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually numbered to guarantee authenticity and origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon fiber strut brace with integrated aluminum mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 titanium strut tower nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumbered certificate of authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1,100 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2×2 twill weave prepreg carbon fiber construction\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x1 plain weave available by custom request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCured in aluminum mold and autoclave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural anodized aluminum strut tower caps, 5-axis CNC machined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 titanium strut tower nuts included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled break zone for safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually numbered for authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-Year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ind-distribution.com\/collections\/m3-e46\"\u003eBMW E46 M3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBMW E46 M3 CSL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ind-distribution.com\/collections\/3-series-e46\"\u003eBMW E46 3-Series\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation instructions, including terminal relocation guidance, are available via the official Karbonius document: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/s\/dsavfciv7dy50iw\/E46-strut-brace-install-terminal-relocation.pdf?dl=0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eE46 Strut Brace Installation Instructions (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Upgrades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ind-distribution.com\/products\/karbonius-e46-m3-s54-carbon-airbox-oem-style\"\u003eKarbonius E46 M3 (S54) Carbon Airbox - OEM Style\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ind-distribution.com\/products\/karbonius-e46-m3-s54-carbon-engine-cover-vented\"\u003eKarbonius E46 M3 S54 Carbon Engine Cover - Vented\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ind-distribution.com\/products\/karbonius-e46-m3-carbon-cabin-filter-cover\"\u003eKarbonius E46 M3 Carbon Cabin Filter Cover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and manufactured in Spain by Karbonius Composites under ISO 9001 standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IND Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Gloss \/ Anodized Silver","offer_id":47978028433602,"sku":"E46SB01-CF-2-AS","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gloss \/ Anodized Black","offer_id":47978028466370,"sku":"E46SB01-CF-2-AB","price":1225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte \/ Anodized Silver","offer_id":47978028499138,"sku":"E46SB01-CFM-2-AS","price":1255.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matte \/ Anodized Black","offer_id":47978028531906,"sku":"E46SB01-CFM-2-AB","price":1285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/0784\/7874\/files\/52087558859_e48b799376_b.jpg?v=1782855178","url":"https:\/\/grocerygetterperformance.com\/products\/karbonius-e46-m3-3-series-carbon-strut-brace","provider":"Grocery Getter Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}