Karbonius CF E46 Strut Brace

[WOLFN8TR]

Karbonius M3 E46 Strut Brace

975.00 € – 1,225.00 €( VAT not included )
https://karbonius.net/producto/karbonius-m3-e46-strut-brace/



Strut tower bar is one of the most common and effective upgrades in a vehicle. With installation of strut bar bodywork gets structural strength, preventing tower flex and alignment changes during sporty driving.
Improve your BMW with Karbonius strut bar and prepare for people staring!
In Karbonius Composites, we have inspired in BMW performance strut bar to create our own strut bar. We have designed a piece extremely strong but light at the same time, what adds not only strength and stability, but also a spectacular eye-catching look.
A strut bar manufactured in prepreg carbon fibre and cured in aluminium mould in autoclave; CNC machined manufactured in 5-axis machine, and nuts made of titanium constitute the complete piece.
Standard finish includes varnish high gloss, titanium nuts and natural aluminium anodized.
Options available: mate finish, personalized aerography under varnish and another color CNC machined.
All our pieces are numbered, so its origin and authenticity are granted.

FAQ:
–Can I install Karbonius strut bar in a BMW E46 NON M3?
Yes, our strut bar fits in all E46, even in sedan and compact!!
-Does strut bar require some important modification in vehicle?
No, his product installs easily with common household tools and requires no permanent modifications in your vehicle.
-Regarding aerography under varnish, can I choose any I design want?
You can send us your company’s logo or similar and we will print under varnish, but always complying with the current legislation. I.e., we will not print BMW or any other third parties images without explicit consent of brand owners
-Is this strut bar TUV/ABE approved?
It is not an option we offer at the moment, anyway, some countries allow to install piece without requirements.

Features:


Very light, only 1100 grs weight
Perfect fitment and easy installation.
100% carbon fibre prepreg
Cured in aluminium mould and autoclave.
Controlled break zone.
Exclusive and numbered piece
6 titanium nuts included.
2-year warranty



Karbonius M3 E46 Strut Brace
975.00 € – 1,225.00 €( VAT not included )
https://karbonius.net/producto/karbonius-m3-e46-strut-brace/


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In Karbonius Composites, we have inspired in BMW performance strut bar to create our own strut bar.


"inspired" lol

Literally a carbon (hahahaha...) copy. Pricey but looks really good!

[WOLFN8TR]

"inspired" lol

Literally a carbon (hahahaha...) copy. Pricey but looks really good!

"Inspired by design but Improved Strength".

Think about how much these have been selling for lately if you can find one. $1500-$2000 and the stock one is hollow. That being said the price is pretty good considering.

From Karbonius:

Our bar should be stronger than the OE Performance bar, anyway people asked us for a controlled break zone, they are worried in case of a crash both towers could deform. I saw a lot of OE bars break and is due to less carbon fiber in that area ( in the middle ) we put more carbon fiber compared to the OE bar.

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[cakM3]

I know I will be buying one of these strut bars soon.... :drevil


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[Will]

Wow, that piece looks really good. They have such nice craftsmanship.

[ItsRichieRich]

Sheeeesh....

[WOLFN8TR]

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[JETSET303]

Dang that is a nice piece


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[BADCLOWN]

I mean, HOLY FUCK talk about an exact copy haha

[JPMo]

Looks really good! Wonder if they'd make an inspired garbino lip [emoji102]

[ItsRichieRich]

Anyone else think it's expensive for what it is?

What are some solid alternatives that aren't expensive?

[WOLFN8TR]

Anyone else think it's expensive for what it is?

What are some solid alternatives that aren't expensive?

DINAN $300 used for each bar.
Solid [emoji106]

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[Galapolis]

Anyone else think it's expensive for what it is?

What are some solid alternatives that aren't expensive?

I really love the Schmiedmann one (ACS replica): https://www.schmiedmann.com/en/bmw-E46/15944-new?product=T46M3FME I paid about $270 shipped.

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Definitely solid though and not the lightest thing around.

[BADCLOWN]

Considering the price that BMWP strut bars go for used, I guarantee that’s what they based their pricing off of.

[ItsRichieRich]

DINAN $300 used for each bar.
Solid [emoji106]

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Loving the machined style setup in your engine bay :)

[cakM3]

Considering the price that BMWP strut bars go for used, I guarantee that’s what they based their pricing off of.

I'm glad I have two BMW Performance strut bars... but I have a very strong feeling that I will be ordering one of these for my M3...

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I'm glad I have two BMW Performance strut bars... but I have a very strong feeling that I will be ordering one of these for my M3...

Yeah, I bet Karb makes these a lot stronger than the BMWP bars. Best to not use the BMWP bars just in case they crack. If that happens, that'd be such a sad day!

[cakM3]

Yeah, I bet Karb makes these a lot stronger than the BMWP bars. Best to not use the BMWP bars just in case they crack. If that happens, that'd be such a sad day!

That's why I have a spare BMW Performance carbon fiber strut bar at my place... for this occasion since I'm only using it on my M3. Since the Karbonius offering is reinforced where the strut bar is prone to crack as Botond's did, I would expect the strut bar to be much more durable while maintaining the look of the original BMWP carbon fiber strut bar.

Then I will have two BMWP carbon fiber strut bars sitting at my home.... perfect candidates for home decoration ;)

[az3579]

Anyone else think it's expensive for what it is?



WAY too much money.

[WOLFN8TR]

Loving the machined style setup in your engine bay :)
Thanks... :thumbsup

From Karbonius:
Our bar should be stronger than the OE Performance bar, anyway people asked us for a controlled break zone, they are worried in case of a crash both towers could deform. I saw a lot of OE bars break and is due to less carbon fiber in that area ( in the middle ) we put more carbon fiber compared to the OE bar.

[cakM3]

WAY too much money.

but I like it :)

[BADCLOWN]

Yeah it is too much money. I think 1150USD is too much. If this was marketed around 700-800 at MOST I think that would be reasonable. But again, because of the BMWP strut bar value/market I’m sure these guys feel like their product can bring that too (why wouldn’t they, it’s an exact copy). I’d buy one just so I could hang up my current BMWP one in storage but again, I think the price is too high.

[ItsRichieRich]

If anyone is getting rid of their old setup for this new fancy one, let me know so I can help you put some money towards the new one :p

[cakM3]

Yeah it is too much money. I think 1150USD is too much. If this was marketed around 700-800 at MOST I think that would be reasonable. But again, because of the BMWP strut bar value/market I’m sure these guys feel like their product can bring that too (why wouldn’t they, it’s an exact copy). I’d buy one just so I could hang up my current BMWP one in storage...

This is the only reason why I want to get the Karbonius strut bar to replace the BMW Performance carbon fiber strut bar I currently have installed in my M3. I can then hang my two BMW Performance carbon fiber strut bars someplace in my home for the time being until the time comes that I can swap one of them into my ZHP...

[johnrando]

Beauty! Congrats on getting one Gary!

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[WOLFN8TR]

Beauty! Congrats on getting one Gary!

That’s not mine. I’m still rockin’ the DINAN bars.

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[johnrando]

Ah, lol.

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[WOLFN8TR]

BMW Bar vs Karbonius Bar.

Owner states the Karbonius Bar is slightly heavier. Trying to get the actual weight of the two.

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[cakM3]

Nice side-by-side comparison :thumbsup

[BADCLOWN]

How does karbonius not get hit with a lawsuit on this, just out of curiosity

[WOLFN8TR]

No “BMW Performance” sticker on them from what I’ve heard. Also there is a few minor design changes.

[johnrando]

Hmmm, plus the BMW one is no longer sold, I wonder if that changes things.

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[cakM3]

This eBay auction was brought to my attention.... this is absolutely crazy....

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Here is the link to that auction... https://www.ebay.com/itm/304096531862?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

[WOLFN8TR]

Apparently he doesn’t know about the Karbonius Strut Bar. [emoji3166]