BMW Performance Headers & Downpipes for BMW E46 M3 S54 (1999-2005)

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Headers are a bolt-on component that will make a huge improvement in how your BMW performs. As a replacement for your factory BMW exhaust manifold, our BMW headers provide a more direct path for exhaust gasses leaving your engine. Headers prevent your BMW's exhaust pulses from 'fighting' one another as they leave the head. The end result is that BMW headers give you more power and torque, and you'll love the high-winding top end push that a free-breathing engine exhibits. BMW headers are a must-have if you're doing any engine modifications on your vehicle. Along with a cold air intake, BMW headers provide the free-flowing exhaust necessary to get the most power out of your motor.
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T#:3890
Part#: 044001
Ships on Jan 8, 2027
$ 3,423.99 USD
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Cylinder Head To Exhaust Manifold Stud & Nut Kit - E46 M3
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Packaged by Turner - Corporate Logo
T#:636980
Part#: 07129900298KT
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$ 96.99 USD
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This convenient kit includes all the hardware you need to replace your old, rusted (or broken) exhaust manifold studs on your S54 engine's head.
Supersprint - Corporate Logo
T#:177998
Part#: 789801
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Special Pricing! These Supersprint 'partial-stepped' headers for the Euro E46 M3, MZ3, and Z4 M are a replacement for the stock manifolds/cats. These are the tubular 'stepped' equal length headers (not the full racing stepped headers) - the header pipes increase in diameter the further they get from the engine until terminiating in a stock Euro-type flange. These stepped headers will bolt to the stock section 1 of the Euro exhaust. For making E46 M3 horsepower and performance gains, headers are right at the top of the list (along with changing the rear end gears). Since the stock catalytic converters are in the original exhaust manifolds, using any type of tubular non-cat manifolds will give instant power gains. The Supersprint headers are full 304 stainless steel (not mild steel) for better heat dissipation and heat resistance to cracking and de-forming (any headers not made from stainless suffer from structural problems). Supersprint designs their headers with CAD programs and 50 years of exhaust tuning experience. These headers are an improvement over any 'Euro style' header on the market. This part is designed for the Euro market with the correct flanges for the Euro exhaust and the O2 and EGT sensor ports pre-installed. Special software or stand alone engine management would be required to keep check engine and fault codes from appearing. Software is recommended to maximize the performance gains from this header upgrade.

Supersprint exhaust is widely recognized as the leader in complete exhaust system upgrades - extremely high quality, well designed for optimal flow, and amazing sound. Even at a premium price Supersprint is an unbeatable exhaust design because every aspect is done to such a high level. Most Supersprint systems are built with larger diameter piping to improve exhaust flow which helps the engine do less work and make more horsepower! Supersprint exhausts generally run at a premium over other systems but no other system on the market can match their quality, performance, or reputation!

Section 1 / Catalytic Converter Options
This header works with the flanges on the Euro section 1 (clocked differently than the US exhaust). It only works with the stock Euro section 1 or similar.
A Euro section 1

Header Details
section:headers
connects to:stock Euro section 1 or Supersprint section 1 straight pipes or metallic cats
material:T304 stainless steel

This part alters or deletes the emissions equipment on your car. Because of this, we require a waiver of emissions compliance to be signed and sent in to Turner Motorsport. You can download the waiver here.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2001-2006 E46 BMW M3
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Magnaflow - Corporate Logo
T#:375526
Part#: 50415
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$ 1,156.00 USD
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The catalytic converter is an emissions device that converts the exhaust gasses exiting the engine into a less toxic substance. This is achieved through the internal honeycomb monolith, washcoat, and the catalyst itself that commonly consists of a mix of precious metals. Unfortunately the catalytic converters do not last forever, and can be damaged if the engine is running too rich on fuel. If you're getting an oxygen sensor fault, and the sensor is ok, the likely cause is a failed catalytic converter. Relieve worry about an upcoming emissions test and replace your faulty or damaged catalytic converter. Stainless steel construction Federal Emissions compliant design Formulated for Gas and Diesel Applications
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