Exo Performance’s E46 M3 With ARC-8 Wheels

APEX: Tell us some details about yourself & your car.

Sebastien: My name is Sebastien Riel, i have been a long time motor enthusiast! For as long as I can remember I’ve been working under a car with my father. I received my professional degree as a technician which led me to becoming the owner of a 6 bay shop in Repentigny, QC, Canada.

Our shop is a 35 year old general maintenance franchise with a European performance division that began in 2014 called EXO Performance. What would a performance shop be without a performance car??? So it all started with a bone stock E46 M3 that we planned on transforming into a dedicated track car.

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APEX: What is your track day wheel setup & what upgrades have you done to your M3?

Sebastien: Wheel Setup: – APEX 18×9.5” ET35 ARC-8 in Satin Black – APEX 75mm M12 Bmw 5-lug Kit With Bullet Nose – Black Nuts – Bimmerworld Spacer 5mm Front / 12mm Rear – 275/35r18 Nitto Nt-01 Tires – AST 5200 Full Coilover

Performance Upgrades: – AFE Air Intake – Ground Control Adjustable Swaybars – PFC 11 Brake Pads With Stoptech Rotor – Bimmerworld Solid Brake Guide Kit – Hard Motorsport Brake Duct – VAC Motorsports Bump Steer Correction Kit – Turner Monoball Rear Control Arm Bushings – Bimmerworld Rear Trailing Arm Bearing Kit – Bimmerworld Street/track Adjustable Rear Lower Control Arm Set – Bimmerworld Insulated E46 2wd V2 Stainless Steel Brake Line Kit – Bimmerworld S54 Vanos Line – Rogue Engineering Racebrace Strut Tower Brace – AKG Front Subframe Engine Mount Reinforcement Plate Kit – AKG Rear Subframe Reinforcement Plate – AKG Front Control Arm Bushing – AKG Motor And Trans Mount Set For – AKG Differential Mount Bushing Set – AKG Subframe Bushing Set – Active Autowerke Performance Pulley Kit – Active Autowerke Header E46 M3 Brushed Kit – Sparco Seat Circuit W/vac Race Seat Installation Kit – Driver Side – Sparco Seat Evo W/sparco Seat Installation Kit – Passenger Side And Still A Lot To Do!

APEX: Why did you choose APEX Wheels over the rest?

Sebastien: I chose APEX wheels because they are lightweight quality track wheels, but before anything else I liked the fact that they are a great company ran by passionate people.

APEX: How did you get into track racing & for how long?

Sebastien: I’m not yet into track racing but you can still find me at the track each and every week as a HPDE Instructor always working on improving lap times! I’ve only owned a track car for about 3 years now, but motorsport is not new to me as I did a lot of dirt bike racing winning a championship in 2013.

What is your favorite memory or entertaining story from the track?

Sebastien: Ehh if I would have been interviewed sooner I wouldn’t have had a recent experience to share. I would say without a doubt the most memorable experience on the track for me is my last HPDE as it was my first experience with the wall!

APEX: How many events do you participate in each year, care to share any track results?

Sebastien: I attend an event almost every week at ICAR which I participate as an instructor. Instructing certainly helps with my track times with personal bests of 1:45,86 and a few time. at LCMT with track time of 1:53,65.

APEX: If you could give one tip to a new racer, what would your tip be?

Sebastien: Consistency, precision, smoothness & seat time.

APEX: Where can we follow you?

Sebastien: https://www.facebook.com/exoperformance/ https://www.instagram.com/exoperformance/ www.exoperformance.com

APEX: Do you have any clubs, shops or racing buddies you want to give a shout out to?

Sebastien: Daniel Caron! Seriously he is one of the most passionate and dedicated guys i know. He also was my first instructor which i and probably he remember really well 😉 Shout out to all the passionate instructors at ICAR which do a great job also!

Tom M.

Tom is a BMW Fitment Expert at APEX Wheels. Prior to joining the company in 2019, he worked for BMW of North America as Fleet Manager: Portland (OR) for the ReachNow car-sharing program, and as Warranty Administrator/Loaner Fleet Manager at BMW Portland. In addition, Tom has extensive training in BMW TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins) as well as in-depth knowledge of all BMW chassis and their wheel fitment options, with and without aftermarket brake and suspension upgrades. His high-performance driving experience includes autocross events in southern Oregon and track days at PIR in his 2004 E46 330i with 17x9 ET42 APEX ARC-8 wheels. Vehicles he owned prior to indulging his passion for BMWs include a 1989 Jaguar XJ6 and a 2006 S197 Ford Mustang. Fun Fact: Tom is a huge Formula 1 fan. Have questions about wheels for your BMW? Use our contact form and ask for Tom.