B&M 45126 Short Shifter for BMW E36 E46

by B&M

E46 E36

$268.95

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Key Features

Fits BMW E36 and E46 applications
Reduces shift throw about 20-25 percent
CNC-machined 303 stainless steel shifter stick
6061-T6 aluminum bearing housing
Good choice for worn, long factory throws
Worn linkage bushings will still feel sloppy

Product Details

Brand: B&M
Category: Short Shifters
ASIN: B000CCBNKC

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B&M 45126 Short Shifter for BMW E36 E46 — Overview

The B&M 45126 is a mechanical short shifter for E36 and E46 cars, built to cut shift throw by about 20-25 percent without getting into gimmicky double-shear setups. It uses a CNC-machined 303 stainless stick with a 6061-T6 aluminum bearing housing, so the hardware itself is a step up from tired factory linkage parts. If your stock shifter feels long and rubbery but you do not want to piece together an OE hybrid setup, this is the straightforward fix.

I would pick this over stock replacement parts when the goal is a shorter, more defined shift rather than just restoring factory feel. It makes the most sense on street cars and weekend builds that still use the factory transmission and linkage layout in E36 or E46 chassis. Just keep in mind a short shifter will not hide worn selector rod joints, carrier bushings, or transmission mounts, so refresh the linkage if the car has high miles.