BMW E36/E46 REAR BALL JOINT OFFSET SOLID BUSHINGS

The BMW E36/E46 Rear Ball Joint Offset Solid Bushings by NP Parts & Engineering is designed for motorsport and performance applications where increased suspension rigidity and modified rear suspension geometry are required.

The offset design allows the mounting position to be altered compared with the standard centered configuration, making it suitable for lowered and competition BMW E36 and E46 builds where additional suspension geometry adjustment is required.

The solid construction eliminates the movement associated with conventional rubber bushings, helping maintain more consistent rear suspension geometry under high cornering, acceleration, and braking loads.

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KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Designed for BMW E36 and E46 – developed for compatible BMW rear suspension applications.
• Offset design – changes the mounting position to provide additional suspension geometry adjustment.
• Solid construction – eliminates unwanted bushing movement and provides a rigid suspension mounting point.
• More consistent suspension geometry – helps reduce geometry changes under high cornering, acceleration, and braking loads.
• Improved suspension response – provides a more direct connection between the suspension and chassis.
• Ideal for lowered vehicles – suitable for modified suspension setups where factory geometry is no longer optimal.
• Motorsport-focused design – intended for circuit, drift, rally, endurance, time attack, and other competition applications.

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APPLICATIONS

The BMW E36/E46 Rear Ball Joint Offset Solid Bushing is suitable for:

• Lowered BMW E36 and E46 builds
• Circuit and track cars
• Endurance race cars
• Drift cars
• Rally cars
• Time attack and hillclimb cars
• Custom rear suspension setups
• Motorsport BMW builds

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

• Product type: Rear ball joint offset solid bushing
• Position: Rear suspension
• Compatibility: BMW E36 / BMW E46
• Design: Offset
• Bushing type: Solid
• Intended use: Motorsport and performance applications
• Manufacturer: NP Parts & Engineering
• Condition: New

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IMPORTANT

The offset position changes the suspension mounting geometry compared with the standard configuration. Correct orientation should be selected according to the vehicle setup and required suspension geometry.

A professional rear suspension alignment is strongly recommended after installation.

As this is a solid motorsport component, increased noise, vibration, and harshness may be transmitted into the chassis compared with factory rubber bushings.

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PRICING & VAT

All prices are shown excluding VAT.

For bulk orders, motorsport teams, workshops, or custom suspension inquiries, please contact us.

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Why Choose Offset Solid Bushings

Lowering an E36 or E46 moves the rear suspension away from its ideal geometry, and worn rubber lets it shift even further under load. Offset Solid Bushings solve both problems at once.

• Geometry correction – the offset gives you adjustment that standard centred bushings cannot.
• No deflection – solid mounting keeps the rear axle stable under cornering, braking and acceleration.
• Sharper response – a direct connection between suspension and chassis.

Installing Offset Solid Bushings

Press out the old bushings, clean the housing and press the Offset Solid Bushings in with the offset facing the direction your setup requires. Have the car aligned afterwards. Solid bushings transmit more noise and vibration than rubber, which is normal for a motorsport part. For background, see this article on suspension bushings, and pair them with our BMW E36/E46 billet control arms.

Offset Solid Bushings FAQ

Which cars do the Offset Solid Bushings fit?

BMW E36 and E46 with the compatible rear ball joint layout.

Will they make the car louder?

Yes, solid bushings pass more noise and vibration into the chassis than rubber.

Do I need an alignment afterwards?

Yes, always align the car after changing suspension bushings.

Are prices shown with VAT?

No, all prices are excluding VAT.