How to Customize a 1:64 Model Car: Wheels, Suspension & Paint Guide (BMW M3 Touring)
Want to give your 1:64 diecast car a serious makeover? In this blog, we take the BMW 2023 M3 Competition Touring G81 by Mini GT and walk through the full customization process—wheel upgrades, suspension tuning, and detailed paintwork, with step-by-step visuals.
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🔧 Tools You’ll Need
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B-6000 / B-3000 model glue
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Blu Tack & fine tweezers
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Custom suspension parts & brake calipers
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Precision paint pens
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Aftermarket metal wheels set
🛞 Wheels Upgrade: From Stock to Street Beast
We replaced the stock wheels with a high-detail, multi-spoke silver alloy set, complete with blue brake calipers. The stance is lower, the grip looks tighter, and the whole car pops with style.
🛠 Suspension Tuning: Lower, Tighter, Meaner
Using blue mini dampers and inner bushings, the car gets a lowered stance that mimics real-life track setup. The fitment between the wheels and fenders is tighter, giving it an aggressive vibe.
🎨 Paint Touch-Up: Make the Interior Pop
The seats are painted in silver-gray and black to create a bucket seat effect. Details like the dashboard, steering wheel, and center console are hand-painted to add realism and depth.
✅ Final Thoughts
Who said 1:64 cars can’t look fierce? This BMW M3 Touring shows how small-scale models can pack a big punch with the right mods. Perfect for beginners looking to dive into custom builds!