Kurtis's BMW E46
Photography & Words By Wynn
2001 BMW 330i
There's no question that the 3 series is the popular model in the BMW line up. It's the go to model when many think of purchasing a BMW. Now, although the 3 series has been around for ages, the E46 chassis seems to have taken the throne when discussing popularity.
This popularity may have something to do with the body lines that leave this car with a simple yet timeless look.
I first saw this car on Instagram and instantly thought it was one of the better looking E46's out there. There's something about the simplicity of it and that custom Cadillac Pearl White colour has me constantly taking second looks at it. Having previously owned a Volkswagen and wanting to move into BMW's, Kurtis was in the market for a E46 chassis. "This thing popped up in downtown Toronto..". Having only been driven about 20 kms a day to work by an older lady, the car was in very good condition and of course a great buy for Kurtis. With the car now in his possession, Kurtis decided to go with Broadway Static 500 series coilovers and a set of Autostrada Modena's stretching some 205/40's on 17x9 1/2 in the front with 215/40's on 17x10 1/2 in the rear. The way this car sits in person is spectacular. With a car like the E46, there isn't too much needed to increase the already clean look. Kurtis has done a nice job in complementing the look of his car with small yet tasteful decisions.
Future plans may have this E46 with a ZHP front and rear bumper which will surely improve the look of this car even more. Also Kurtis would like to hopefully be able to find the rare original centre caps for his Autostrada's. This car looks even better in person then it does in those photos I first saw on Instagram. Kurtis has done a great job in making subtle touches such as the all red rear taillights that let this car stand out amongst the rest of the E46's out there. It's a great example of simplicity and tasteful styling and it is truly one of the better E46's out there today.
