Ok so many people here just bought there bimmer and now you want to upgrade. When you upgrade there are two methods:street and track. Track has much rougher ride when on the street some thing don't even work on street use.
First thing is get everything upto OEM standards or better: oil, coolant, if your lights are fogged over from age then replace them. Replace the stock water pump and thermostat, rear strut mounts if 94 or under. Upgrade wheels if the rims are in poor shape and the tires are bald.
The next thing that you should upgrade is the brakes; no point in having a fast car if you can't stop it. You should get SS braided brake lines(there included w/ big brake kits). If your going with wheels over 18' then go with a big brake kit. For racing don't use cross drilled rotor because they will crack when under long term high heat use.
Next is suspension have your car realigned FIRST. Lowering your vehicle for street should be based off of how high your speed bumps are or else start getting comfortable parking in the street. Your shocks should be based off of your wallet unless for racing then buy the racing. springs kits, X-brace, strut bars, sway bars(optional for street). Rear strut bar is only needed for racing. Adjustable rear control arms are needed for 18" or bigger wheels. If you live in all year wam climate go with the best summer tires; for others buy the best all weather tires. Look for tires with a side buldge that protect the wheels from curb rash. For racing buy slicks or z rating tires.
Next upgrade transmission parts such as fly wheel clutch assembly and short shift kits I suggest UUC w/ ERK.
Now the engine upgrades first a chip. Next change the throttle body. then go on to buy engine upgrade available to your car. Now change the intake and exhaust. If you have the money have the engine balanced and have a port and polish. Lastly add a super charger or turbo.
Lastly upgrade the looks. Change what you want how you want just remember speed bump clearance in terms of body kit and no rice upgrades. Change the sound system how you like. Some dealerships offer a package for the M3 bumper for 500 with molding, and brake duct kit which will be the best offer because most websites only give you a bumper and usually a carbon fiber copy. Get a paint job last and find out weither your scratches can be compounded out or if the whole panel needs painting(which is based off of the number and size.
First thing is get everything upto OEM standards or better: oil, coolant, if your lights are fogged over from age then replace them. Replace the stock water pump and thermostat, rear strut mounts if 94 or under. Upgrade wheels if the rims are in poor shape and the tires are bald.
The next thing that you should upgrade is the brakes; no point in having a fast car if you can't stop it. You should get SS braided brake lines(there included w/ big brake kits). If your going with wheels over 18' then go with a big brake kit. For racing don't use cross drilled rotor because they will crack when under long term high heat use.
Next is suspension have your car realigned FIRST. Lowering your vehicle for street should be based off of how high your speed bumps are or else start getting comfortable parking in the street. Your shocks should be based off of your wallet unless for racing then buy the racing. springs kits, X-brace, strut bars, sway bars(optional for street). Rear strut bar is only needed for racing. Adjustable rear control arms are needed for 18" or bigger wheels. If you live in all year wam climate go with the best summer tires; for others buy the best all weather tires. Look for tires with a side buldge that protect the wheels from curb rash. For racing buy slicks or z rating tires.
Next upgrade transmission parts such as fly wheel clutch assembly and short shift kits I suggest UUC w/ ERK.
Now the engine upgrades first a chip. Next change the throttle body. then go on to buy engine upgrade available to your car. Now change the intake and exhaust. If you have the money have the engine balanced and have a port and polish. Lastly add a super charger or turbo.
Lastly upgrade the looks. Change what you want how you want just remember speed bump clearance in terms of body kit and no rice upgrades. Change the sound system how you like. Some dealerships offer a package for the M3 bumper for 500 with molding, and brake duct kit which will be the best offer because most websites only give you a bumper and usually a carbon fiber copy. Get a paint job last and find out weither your scratches can be compounded out or if the whole panel needs painting(which is based off of the number and size.