Intercooler

This Competition Intercooler is the perfect upgrade for all Supercharge Mini owners, especially those looking for heavy-duty performance or participating in competition events. With its advanced design and superior features, it's a game-changer for your Mini.

Designed to cater to high-performance R53 MINI Cooper S models from 2002-2006 and 2005-2008 R52 MINI Convertible S, it's also compatible with JCW models equipped with superchargers.

Key Features:

• Over 60% more intercooler capacity than OEM size intercoolers
• Bar and plate construction for exceptional heat dissipation
• Quick heat recovery, ideal for track events and spirited driving
• Up to 25% more rows in the same frontal area compared to conventional designs
• Large size with greater intake air cooling capacity
• Fits seamlessly in the OEM position (core: 232mm H X 305mm W X 62mm Thick)
• Black powder-coated finish for superior corrosion resistance
• Cast aluminum end caps for improved airflow and reliability
• TIG-welded end caps for durability
• Includes silicon hose snoot ends for added convenience

Elevate your Supercharge Mini's performance with this Competition Intercooler. It's time to experience the difference in power, cooling, and durability that this upgrade brings to your vehicle.

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• Renowned legacy in improving BMW and MINI performance
• Precision-crafted suspension accessories for enhanced handling
• Maintains MINI's blend of luxury and performance
• High-flow larger stepped intercooler with black coating
• Compatible with JCW models and R55/R56/R57 2006-2015 MINI models
• Prefacelift & GP2 models may require slight modification inside the front bumper

When modifying the car and increasing boost, installing an upgraded intercooler is essential to keep the engine computer from restraining boost as temperatures climb. The stock air-air intercooler is quickly overcome with heat and can't keep the intake air cool enough. If it's too hot the engine computer will reduce power to safer levels. This Dinan intercooler is a dual-core air-air design with an astounding 240% more surface area than the factory intercooler. The temperature at boost is 60% cooler at 6,250 RPM with the Dinan Dual Core compared to stock. Even heat soak at low speeds is reduced, making this a worthwhile addition even for stock or mildly tuned engines. Professional installation is strongly recommended as bumper removal is required and several pieces in the front end need to be cut and trimmed. The factory charge piping in and out of the intercooler is re-used.

For over 35 years, Dinan has been America's premier tuning company, pioneering advancements in BMW modification while retaining a focus on balanced performance that preserves the original character and driving feel that a BMW offers. When you install a Dinan part on your car, know that it's not only carefully developed and tested, but that Dinan stands behind it with a four year, 50,000-mile warranty. Dinan believes so fully in their “total package” approach that once your car has been fitted with enough of their parts, they celebrate your conversion from stock to Dinan with an exclusive trunk badge, displayed proudly by BMW enthusiasts everywhere. The intercooler is worth 2 points towards your Dinan badge.

Click here for full installation instructions, including fitment details. We strongly recommend reviewing these instructions prior to purchasing so you will be familiar with the small differences among models and front bumper designs.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2014+ F22 F23 BMW 228i 228iX M235i M235iX
2012-2015 F30 BMW 320i 328i 328i X-Drive 335i 335i X-Drive - Sedan
2012-2015 F31 BMW 328i X-Drive - Touring Wagon
2012-2016 F32 BMW 428i 428i X-Drive 435i 435i X-Drive - Coupe
2012-2015 F34 BMW 328i 328i X-Drive 335i 335i X-Drive - Gran Turismo
2012-2016 F36 BMW 428i 428i X-Drive 435i 435i X-Drive - GranCoupe

This intercooler improves performance by increasing thermal efficiency, keeping your car cool in a wider variety of conditions, as well as prolonging turbocharger life and decreasing cool-down time after hard running. Even on a stock car, this intercooler can add additional horsepower due to its increased volume and efficiency.

• Max gains of 7 HP and 5 lb-ft of torque on a stock car.
• Face area  278% larger than the stock intercooler setup for maximum cooling efficiency to deter heat soak.
• Charge Air Pressure drop: 0.80 PSI (69% improvement over stock)
• Charge Air Temperature drop: 193º F (9% improvement over stock)
• Charge Air Temperature / Ambient Temperature Delta: 25º F @ 6250 RPM (39% improvement over stock)

For over 35 years, Dinan has been America's premier tuning company, pioneering advancements in BMW modification while retaining a focus on balanced performance that preserves the original character and driving feel that a BMW offers. When you install a Dinan part on your car, know that it's not only carefully developed and tested, but that Dinan stands behind it with a four year, 50,000-mile warranty. Dinan believes so fully in their “total package” approach that once your car has been fitted with enough of their parts, they celebrate your conversion from stock to Dinan with an exclusive trunk badge, displayed proudly by BMW enthusiasts everywhere.