1998-2006 BMW 3 M3 5 X5 Series Sport | E39 E46 E53 Custom Steering Wheel by Exclusive Steering
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1998-2006 BMW 3 M3 5 X5 Series Sport | E39 E46 E53 Custom Steering Wheel by Exclusive Steering
The E46 generation has earned its place among BMW’s most celebrated driver’s cars, but why is it that the factory wheel still feels dated? That’s where a custom E46 steering wheel comes in. It changes the whole experience. It gives a more sculpted grip. Better materials. The best part? A driving experience that feels more deliberate and way more rewarding.
The E46 3 Series, M3 models, E39 5 Series, and M5 models are just some of the cars you can get a custom steering wheel for. It’s built for the way you drive and for what you want in a steering wheel. It’s not designed to overpower your BMW. It’s built to complement its character.
It’s not just about the driving feel. A custom BMW E39 steering wheel can change the way your cabin looks. Your choice of material has the potential to completely modernize the interior. But it doesn’t ruin your BMW’s DNA; it simply amps it up.
About Exclusive Steering
Every E46 steering wheel is built to order using high-quality materials that come from trusted suppliers. But how can you trust that? Because it’s the Exclusive Steering guarantee. We’re a family-run company that’s been completely focused on custom steering wheels for luxury and performance builds. For over 15 years, we’ve worked with customers who care about the finer details. The feel of the grip. The texture of the materials. The way a steering wheel ties your interior together.
Pricing
Pricing for your E46 steering wheel really depends on the materials, shaping, and what else you’re adding onto it. Since every steering wheel is handcrafted to order, pricing varies based on your final configuration.
Customers can also send in their own steering wheel core to get a custom build. Feeling a bit confused? Our team can help you out with a fully customized BMW E39 steering wheel. All you have to do is reach out.
Upgrades & Additions
Take your E46 steering wheel beyond factory specifications with upgrades designed to improve both functionality and visual appeal.
Here’s what you can get:
- LED competition displays with RPM tracking
- Heated steering wheel functionality
- Ergonomic rear finger grooves
- Custom logos and illuminated emblems
- Carbon fiber trim finishes
- Custom stitching layouts and center stripes
These upgrades are designed to improve both performance and appearance.
Available Materials and Finishes
Your steering wheel should look just as good as it feels. We offer premium material options for every style. Material samples are also available if you'd like to compare finishes before production begins.
- Carbon Fiber: Lightweight, modern, and available in multiple weave styles with matte or gloss finishes.
- Alcantara: Soft-touch material commonly found in high-performance interiors for added grip and texture.
- Smooth Leather: Clean, timeless, and ideal for an OEM+ finish.
- Perforated Leather: Adds texture and improves grip without sacrificing refinement.
- Painted Finishes: Perfect for custom accent colors or unique interior themes.
- Hydro-Dipped Wood Grain: A more classic option for luxury-oriented BMW interiors.
A custom BMW E39 steering wheel can also combine materials for a more layered and distinctive look.
Shape and Thickness
The feel of the wheel matters just as much as the appearance. Every E46 steering wheel can be reshaped with different profiles, including flat bottom, flat top, OEM round, competition-inspired, or luxury-focused styles.
We also offer thickness adjustments ranging from factory-style sizing to noticeably thicker grips with softer padding. The result is a steering wheel that feels more planted in your hands without losing the balanced feel BMW enthusiasts love.
Shipping and Turnaround Time
All steering wheels are handcrafted and built to order. Most E46 steering wheel builds require approximately 8–12 weeks, depending on design complexity and material selection.
Pricing includes worldwide expedited and insured shipping. International customers may be responsible for local customs duties or import taxes, depending on the destination country's regulations. Tracking information is provided once your order ships.
FAQs
What do we do?
We take pre-loved OEM, OEM equivalent, or any aftermarket steering wheel as the base, or in our language the core. Then reshape them and refinish them with different materials to your desired design. Thus, we will accommodate ALL MAKES AND MODELS.
How to place an order?
Website: Our website offers a pretty extensive selection of options, if you are looking for something simple or think you can build it out on your own, you may find the listing by clicking the shop button located on the top of the screen. Contact us if you are having trouble locating your vehicle, basic cost starts at $899+ cost of the steering wheel.
Phone/Text: (833) 388-8837 (TOLL FREE) M-F 9-5 est
Email: sales@exclusivesteering.com
Social Media: @exclusivesteering Facebook/Instagram
In-person: Locate our dealers on the top of the screen in the ‘Dealers’ section:https://www.exclusivesteering.com/retailers/ We will be opening a retail location mid-Feb 2022 at
3701 Welsh Rd, Unit E, Willow Grove, PA 19090
Please contact us to set up an appointment prior to your visit.
Pricing
All prices on the website for each specific make and model include the cost of the core-which means you do NOT need to return your OEM steering wheel. For some models, we do take the core back for a partial refund so please contact us if this is something that you would be interested in.
Alternatively, if you send in your steering wheel for us to work on price will just start $899. You may view some of the options on this listing here:
https://www.exclusivesteering.com/products/all-makes-and-models-exclusive-steering-wheels
Do I have to send you a steering wheel or return my core?
You can but it’s not required– All listings on the site include the cost of a new wheel already but you may choose to return the core for a credit(please contact us first on the amount we offer) or you may send in your existing wheel for us to work on. Wheels can be sent to the following address:
Exclusive Steering (Attn: Leo Y.)
3701 Welsh Rd, Unit E, Willow Grove, PA 19090
833-388-8837
**Please ensure to contact us first before sending anything over
Heating Function
We can retain the heated function for a fee starting at $300-depending on core availability, we may or may not provide a plug to connect to your OEM connection but it should be very simple soldering.
LED Competition Display
Available for most vehicles equipped with OBD II port– you may visit our retail facility to test it out or send us an email to order a sample to test if you do not live close by.
LED Units– by default we will use our own unit with the screen. We do offer another option for a flat-top steering wheel with LEDs only and without a screen. If you have a specific requirement we can use LED units from a third party but we will not offer a lifetime warranty as we do on our own unit, it’s $200 for labor to add the LED unit+however much the LED unit cost.
Functions– LED lights will light up as RPM changes, the screen would display engine speed, current vehicle speed, engine load, water temp. Unit is connected to your vehicle via Bluetooth through the OBD II port so some level of delay could be expected. LED lights’ color can be changed in our standard unit.
Installation– No extra wiring for data reading is needed, but you do have to use a multimeter to find out the 12V (+) (positive) and ground (-) (negative) to power up the shift light module. They are usually found in the steering wheel multifunction plugs wiring for most European and American vehicles. Japanese vehicles usually will have to run an extra ACC wire from the closest point to the steering wheel clock spring.
Available Materials and Finishes
Carbon Fiber and all the kevlar or hybrid material that’s available in the market, you may choose to purchase your own material or ask one of our exclusive agents here on the available options. 2×2 Twill, 1×1, 4×4, Honey Comb, Forged, Forged with color pearl, Forged with glow in the dark, 2×2 Twill with red/blue/purple/silver/white etc. Here is one of our raw material suppliers and you may select from ANY of the available options from their site directly: https://compositeenvisions.com
Alcantara – We carry dozens of options in stock and you may order a sample from us if you are looking for a specific color to match:
https://www.exclusivesteering.com/products/sample-material
Leather – Besides the standard options we list on the site, we can also help in sourcing more color options if you are looking for a particular color/pattern/finish. We also offer the option for you to send in your own material 🙂
Painted – Gloss black or any special paint code we got you covered!
Wood Grain – Please email us with a picture if you are looking for a specific finish, we can get 95% close in most cases
Gloss / Satin – all the carbon fiber / painted / wood grain finish can be done in either gloss for a shiny look or matte.
Shape and Thickness
Reshape to your liking – whether it be a cut-off top, flat bottom, flat top, rectangle, triangle, or whatever crazy idea you have, we can make it happen. Just bear in mind we need to keep the core structure so we need to at least keep the horizontal spoke intact and some shapes will be limited by the button layout. But anywhere beyond those areas we can cut, re-weld, and reshape them.
Thickness – some prefer OEM some like it thicker some might want to go even thinner than OEM. Not a problem, we take our time, listen to your request, and will make it happen.
What’s in the package?
By default, only the core part will be included-which means you will be transferring all the buttons and trims from your existing steering wheel unless you have opted for upgrades on trim, in which case we will be providing the finished trim
Turn-around Time
Depending on the availability of core and the complexity of the build– it can take anywhere from 3-10 weeks assuming no delays after we have the core in hand. Additional delays are expected during peak season. We will try our best to deliver in a timely manner but unfortunately, there will be cases where it will take us up to 3-4 months.
Shipping
We offer FREE worldwide shipping. Domestically all orders will be shipped via ground through UPS/FedEx and internationally through UPS/FedEx/DHL. All shipments are fully insured so rest assured that your purchase is well protected!
Transit Time-varies depending on your location, it will be shipped out of PA and domestic should take 1-6 business days and 3-10 business days for international
