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Lackluster performance from a high-performance machine can only mean one thing: poor maintenance. Keep your car at peak operating levels by doing simple things like replacing your air filter. Stock BMW air filters are made from pleated paper. In some cases you can simply remove it from the car and give it a good shake or brush with a very soft bristle brush. But for heavily soiled filters a replacement is the only option. A lot of fresh air is crucial for your BMW's engine to make power. Don't let the filter be the weak link. We only offer OEM quality brands for air filters. Check the Intake category for Performance Air Intakes & Drop In Performance Air Filters
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OEM Mann Air Filter - E36 E46 E39 Z3 6-cyl
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T#:4001
Part#: 13721730946
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Replacement air filter for stock airbox. Made by an OEM supplier.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1992-1998 E36 BMW 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 328i 328ci M3
2003-2005 E46 BMW 325i 325ci - Only with M56 SULEV Engine
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i
1999-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i M Roadster M Roadster -S52 & S54
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ECS Exact-Fit High Flow Air Filter - Dry M52 2.5L & 2.8L / S54 3.2L ...
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Part#: 012054LA08-DRY
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Enhance your BMW's performance with the Turner Motorsport Exact-Fit High Flow Dry Air Filter, replacing the factory air filter for optimal airflow. This reusable filter offers a higher flow than stock paper filters, instantly improving engine power and fuel economy across the power band. As a direct replacement for the OEM filter, it's a hassle-free performance modification that shows immediate results. Choose between oiled and dry filters based on your preference and maintenance preferences, with both options outperforming OE paper filters. The dry filter, in particular, requires minimal maintenance, making it a cost-effective and efficient choice.

  • Enhances engine performance and fuel economy
  • Higher flow than OEM paper filters
  • Reusable and washable for long-term use
  • Direct replacement for the OEM filter
  • Choose between oiled and dry filters based on maintenance preference
  • Dry filter requires minimal maintenance and no oiling
  • Cleaning needed only every 50,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions
  • Cost-effective alternative to regularly replacing paper filters

Be sure to check out the full line of filter cleaning supplies Turner Motorsport has to offer!

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aFe Restore Kit for Pro5R Oiled Filters
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T#:1943
Part#: 55-10460
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Bring your aFe filter back to life with a Restore kit from aFe. Included is filter cleaner & replacement oil. These air filter oils is designed to not harm MAF sensors, while allowing the filter to catch as much debris as possible.

Used for Pro 5 R filters

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aFe ProDry S Air Filter - E36 E46 E39 - 6 Clyinder
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T#:2656
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Since 1999, aFe (Advanced FLOW Engineering) has been developing and manufacturing high quality accessories in their facility in Corona, California. Starting with air filters and intake systems, and now expanding into exhaust systems, suspension components, tuning modules, and more, aFe products are a great way to improve the performance of your BMW without altering its fundamental character. Owned by a BMW enthusiast, aFe power is recognized the world over as a leader in quality performance products for your BMW.

This is a drop-in stock replacement aFe performance air filter that installs into your BMW's factory airbox. This particular filter fits the following BMWs:

E36 3 series: 323i 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3 1992-1998
E46 3 series: 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi M3 1999-2005
E39 5 series : 525i 528i 530i 1997-2003
E85 X3 : X3 2.5i X3 3.0i 2004-2006
Z3 : Z3 2.3 2.5 2.8 3.0 1997-2002
E85 Z4 : Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i M54 engine 2004-2006

This version has an oil-free filter media for less maintenance. For the best flowing filter, with the best performance gain, we always recommend the standard aFe "Pro5R " filter (which has a blue pre-oiled filter media), but this oil-free filter flows only slightly less than the blue Pro5R style aFe filter, and requires no re-oiling after cleaning the filter.

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Genuine BMW Air Filter
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T#:178235
Part#: 13721730449
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Genuine BMW Air Filter Element
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E36 M3,E46 M3,E36,E39,E46

Fits BMW Engines including:
M50,M52,M54,M56,S50,S52,S54

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K&N Performance Drop-In Air Filter - E28 528e, E30 318i/325e/i, 850i,...
For vehicles with production date up to 03/1994
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T#:4006
Part#: 33-2059
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K&N's drop-in air intake filter is constructed from cotton gauze material between aluminum mesh - this makes for a long lasting, high performance drop-in intake filter. These are very easy to remove and maintain. Turner Motorsport recommends this as one of the first maintenance/modifications you make to your vehicle after you purchase! 

K&N's drop in air filters allow increased airflow - dirt and particles stick to the oil on these filters, making them more effective than traditional paper filters in terms of protection. Additionally, K&N believes their filters are more efficient than paper filers - this means more oxygen getting into the engine, allowing vaporized fuel to burn more efficiently and increasing horsepower and fuel economy. The best of both worlds!

750iL/850i requires 2 filters

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aFe Pro5R Air Filter - E36, E46, E34, E39, Z3, Z4 6 cylinder ...
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T#:1708
Part#: 30-10015
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This is a drop-in stock replacement aFe performance air filter that installs into your BMW's factory airbox. This version uses aFe's highest flowing filter media, which uses a lightly oil gauze to filter out dirt and particulates, while allowing more air to flow to the intake. For the best flowing filter, with the best performance gain, we always recommend this standard aFe filter media (often called "Pro5R ", which has a blue pre-oiled filter media). We also carry this filter in the "ProDry" grey filter media, which is oil-free for only slightly less performance and no maintenance.

Fits the following BMWs:
E36 323i 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3 1992-1998
E46 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi M3 1999-2005
E39 525i 528i 530i 1997-2003
E83 X3 2.5i X3 3.0i 2004-2006
Z3 2.3 2.5 2.8 3.0 1997-2002
E85 Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i M54 engine 2004-2006

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aFe ProDry S Air Filter - E30 1986-1991 (no M3), 86+ 528e, E34 525i (...
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T#:2652
Part#: 31-10047
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This is a drop-in stock replacement aFe performance air filter that installs into your BMW's factory airbox offering significantly higher airflow than the stock paper filter. This particular filter fits the following BMWs:

E30 3 series : 318i 318is 1990-1991 - 318ic 1990-1993
E30 3 series : 325e 325es 325i 325is 325xi 325ic 1986-1991
E28 5 series : 528e 1986-1988
E34 5 series : 525i 1989-1990 M20 engine
E32 7 series : 750il 1988-1994 - 2 required
E31 8 series : 850i 850ci 850csi 1991-1999 - 2 required

This version has an oil-free filter media for less maintenance. For the best flowing filter, with the best performance gain, we always recommend the standard aFe "Pro5R " filter (which has a blue pre-oiled filter media), but this oil-free filter flows only slightly less than the blue Pro5R style aFe filter, and requires no re-oiling after cleaning the filter.
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ECS Exact-Fit High Flow Air Filter - Oiled
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T#:5082383
Part#: 012054LA08-OIL
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aFe Pro5R Air Filter - E30 1986-1991 (no M3), 86+ 528e, E34 525i (M20...
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This version uses aFe's highest flowing filter media, which uses a lightly oiled gauze to filter out dirt and particulates, while allowing more air to flow to the intake. For the best flowing filter, with the best performance gain, we always recommend this standard aFe filter media (often called "Pro5R ", which has a blue pre-oiled filter media). We also carry this filter in the "ProDry" grey filter media, which is oil-free for only slightly less performance and no maintenance.

This is a drop-in stock replacement aFe performance air filter that installs into your BMW's factory airbox. This particular filter fits the following BMWs:

E30 3 series: 318i, 318is 318i Convertible 1990-1991
E30 3 series: 325e, 325es 1986-1988
E30 3 series: 325i, 325is 325ic, 325ix 1987-1991
E28 5 Series: 528e 1986-1988
E34 5 Series: 525i 1989-1990
E32 7 Series: 750il 1988-1994 (requires 2 of these filters).

 

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Mann Air Filter - E36, Z3
For vehicles with production date from 03/1994
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T#:375682
Part#: 13721247404
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BMC Performance Air Filter - E36, E46, E39, E38, E83, E85, E86 ...
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T#:397411
Part#: FB132/01
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Looking to upgrade your air filter for increased flow and performance? BMC filter allow significantly higher air flow and are perfectly molded in one piece to fit exactly the same as your stock air filter. These filters are constructed from multi-layerd cotton gauze that is pre-oiled and can be cleaned and regenerated using the BMC regeneration kit.
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Mahle Air Filter - E36, Z3
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K&N Performance Drop-In Air Filter - E36 318i 1/94-later, Z3 1.9 ...
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T#:4104
Part#: 33-2733
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K&N's drop-in air intake filter is constructed from cotton gauze material between aluminum mesh - this makes for a long lasting, high performance drop-in intake filter. These are very easy to remove and maintain. Turner Motorsport recommends this as one of the first maintenance/modifications you make to your vehicle after you purchase! 

K&N's drop in air filters allow increased airflow - dirt and particles stick to the oil on these filters, making them more effective than traditional paper filters in terms of protection. Additionally, K&N believes their filters are more efficient than paper filers - this means more oxygen getting into the engine, allowing vaporized fuel to burn more efficiently and increasing horsepower and fuel economy. The best of both worlds!

  • Covered by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty
  • Washable and reusable
  • Emissions legal in all 50 states
  • Will not void vehicle warranty
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aFe Pro5R Air Filter - E36/Z3 4 cylinder - 318i 318is 318ti & Z3 1.9 ...
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T#:1704
Part#: 30-10046
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This is a drop-in stock replacement aFe performance air filter that installs into your BMW's factory airbox. This particular filter fits the following BMWs:

E36 3 series : 318i 318is 318ti
Z3 : Z3 1.9

This version uses aFe's highest flowing filter media, which uses a lightly oil gauze to filter out dirt and particulates, while allowing more air to flow to the intake. For the best flowing filter, with the best performance gain, we always recommend this standard aFe filter media (often called "Pro5R ", which has a blue pre-oiled filter media). We also carry this filter in the "ProDry" grey filter media, which is oil-free for only slightly less performance and no maintenance.
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Genuine BMW Air Filter
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T#:177117
Part#: 13721720861
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Genuine BMW Air Filter Element -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E30,E34,E36

Fits BMW Engines including:
M20,M42,M70,M73,S70


Genuine BMW Air Filter
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Genuine BMW Air Filter Element -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E36

Fits BMW Engines including:
M42,M44

K&N Performance Drop-In Air Filter - E36 325/323/328/M3, E39 525/528/...
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Part#: 33-2070
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K&N's drop-in air intake filter is constructed from cotton gauze material between aluminum mesh - this makes for a long lasting, high performance drop-in intake filter. These are very easy to remove and maintain. Turner Motorsport recommends this as one of the first maintenance/modifications you make to your vehicle after you purchase! 

K&N's drop in air filters allow increased airflow - dirt and particles stick to the oil on these filters, making them more effective than traditional paper filters in terms of protection. Additionally, K&N believes their filters are more efficient than paper filers - this means more oxygen getting into the engine, allowing vaporized fuel to burn more efficiently and increasing horsepower and fuel economy. The best of both worlds!

  • Covered by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty
  • Washable and reusable
  • Emissions legal in all 50 states
  • Will not void vehicle warranty
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aFe ProDry S Air Filter - E36 318i 318is 318ti, Z3 1.9
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T#:2654
Part#: 31-10046
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This is a drop-in stock replacement aFe performance air filter that installs into your BMW's factory airbox. This particular filter fits the following BMWs:

E36 3 series: 318i 318is 318ic 318ti 1992-1998
Z3 : Z3 1.9

This version has an oil-free filter media for less maintenance. For the best flowing filter, with the best performance gain, we always recommend the standard aFe "Pro5R " filter (which has a blue pre-oiled filter media), but this oil-free filter flows only slightly less than the blue Pro5R style aFe filter, and requires no re-oiling after cleaning the filter.

Since 1999, aFe (Advanced FLOW Engineering) has been developing and manufacturing high quality accessories in their facility in Corona, California. Starting with air filters and intake systems, and now expanding into exhaust systems, suspension components, tuning modules, and more, aFe products are a great way to improve the performance of your BMW without altering its fundamental character. Owned by a BMW enthusiast, aFe power is recognized the world over as a leader in quality performance products for your BMW.

  • Constructed with 100% polyurethane
  • Two layers of progressively finer mesh synthetic media
  • Washable and reusable for multiple cleaning cycles
  • Excellent dust-holding capacity for a longer service cycle between cleanings
  • Integrated urethane bump seal insures a tight, no leak seal
  • Outflows stock paper filter for improved horsepower and torque
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BMC Performance Air Filter - E30, E36, E28, E34, E32, E31
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T#:398680
Part#: FB117/01
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Looking to upgrade your air filter for increased flow and performance? BMC filter allow significantly higher air flow and are perfectly molded in one piece to fit exactly the same as your stock air filter. These filters are constructed from multi-layerd cotton gauze that is pre-oiled and can be cleaned and regenerated using the BMC regeneration kit.
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OEM Hengst Intake Air filter - E28 528e, E30 318i/325e/i, 850i, 750i,...
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T#:590381
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OEM Air Filter - E28 528e, E30 318i/325e/i, 850i, 750i, 525i 1989-90,...
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T#:3998
Part#: 13721715881
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Replacement air filter

This item fits the following BMWs:
1986-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic 325e 325es 325i 325ic 325is 325ix
1992-3/1994 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic
1986-1988 E28 BMW 528e
1989-1990 E34 BMW 525i
1988-1994 E32 BMW 750il - 2 required
1990-1999 E31 BMW 850i 850ci - 2 required
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Hengst Air Filter - E36, E39, E46, Z3
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T#:577994
Part#: 13721730946
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OEM Mahle Air Filter - E28 528e, E30 318i/325e/i, 850i, 750i, 525i 19...
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T#:340537
Part#: 13721715881
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Replacement air filter This item fits the following BMWs: 1986-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic 325e 325es 325i 325ic 325is 325ix 1992-3/1994 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic 1986-1988 E28 BMW 528e 1989-1990 E34 BMW 525i 1988-1994 E32 BMW 750il - 2 required 1990-1999 E31 BMW 850i 850ci - 2 required
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Hengst Air Filter - E36, Z3
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T#:582242
Part#: 13721247404
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A quality name brand filter for your BMW