In this entry, exposed black plastics are the enemy. The backrests get painted and accessories are recovered in Alcantara. I document our design choices and the selected customization processes.
It deserves to live on.
The Generational Gap.
As a millennial, I grew up with the E92 and E60 as my M poster cars.
The E46 M3 was a faint signal on my radar: I understood the classic appeal yet it wasn't enough to trigger an emotional purchase.
Until it did.
After getting my hands dirty revamping the E92: I wanted a new restoration challenge.
This is it - and I might just be in over my head.
Welcome to my build journal.
- Matt / @m3_epoustouflant
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"Gone in 60 days" from idea to product in hand.
The 1:1 CSL Carbon Diffuser.
The specs
My latest entries
In this entry, we turn our attention to the Sportster's backrest and accessories, exploring opportunities to augment the Strada's profile. We then disassemble the seats for upcoming customization work.
In this entry, we cut into the original Sportster CS foam and fill in other sections to set the foundation for the new Strada CS covers.
In the first entry to this Series, I discuss the intentions behind creating the Strada CS for my E46 M3 as part of the Bespoke Recaro seat program. I take you through the iterative design process of creating luxury.
The previous owner of my E46 M3 simply didn't bother replacing the OE plastic undertray section: it wasn't even there. I'll be doing it once and I'll be doing it right by documenting and fitting the Performance Aluminum Skidplate. It promises durability, and cooling benefits.
In this entry, CanadaPost gets lost, kindness wins, and freedom is in sight. I unbox the V2
widened carbon fenders to document a rapid test fit
The Phoenix's Journey
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