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Your BMW's ignition system is critical for smooth engine operation. This category contains parts used in the BMW ignition system, including spark plugs, ignition coils, spark plug wires and boots, ignition rotors and caps, distributors and distributor caps. On most 1991 and later model BMWs, your car has what's known as a coil-on-plug system, where each cylinder has its own ignition coil that sits directly atop the spark plug (so you won't have spark plug wires on those BMWs.) A fresh set of spark plugs is an essential part of any BMW engine tune up.

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Ignition coils are key to the efficiency and performance of your BMW. With a faulty coil the spark plug is not burning the air/fuel mixture properly and that can lead to problems anywhere in the engine and exhaust (including catalytic converters and O2 sensors). Problems with one or more coils will cause a fault code but not always a check engine light. A misfire code may be related to an ignition coil but could be from other things as well. Sometimes a visual inspection of a coil and coil boot will give an indication of a failure. You can also move coils around to different cylinder banks to see if the misfire code follows a suspect coil. We suggest always having one or two coils on hand to keep as spares.

This is the current replacement for some BMW 6 and 8-cylinder engines built in the late 2000s and after. BMW has made numerous changes to ignition coil part numbers in recent years but has approved this part number to work in the vehicles listed below. It's listed as a replacement coil for N20, N55, and S55 engines. In March 2015 BMW approved it for N51/N52 engines. This part number replaces the previous BMW part number 12137594937 for the cars listed below.

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A simple yet effective upgrade, these Bav Auto High-Performance Ignition Coils feature modified core windings that offer increased firepower and promote a faster, more efficient burn. The result is greater low-end torque and increased horsepower in the mid to top-end. When used in a properly functioning engine, a noticeable difference can be felt. In addition to better torque and horsepower, fuel economy is also improved! These coils come with new spark plug boots. From 1974 to 2019, Bavarian Autosport was one of the premier vendors for BMW and MINI auto parts. We are happy to preserve the Bav Auto legacy by continuing to carry their high-quality products into the future. All Bav Auto parts will remain unchanged in design and sourced from the same OEM suppliers to ensure long-lasting reliability.
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A simple yet effective upgrade, these Bav Auto High-Performance Ignition Coils feature modified core windings that offer increased firepower and promote a faster, more efficient burn. The result is greater low-end torque and increased horsepower in the mid to top-end. When used in a properly functioning engine, a noticeable difference can be felt. In addition to better torque and horsepower, fuel economy is also improved! These coils come with new spark plug boots. From 1974 to 2019, Bavarian Autosport was one of the premier vendors for BMW and MINI auto parts. We are happy to preserve the Bav Auto legacy by continuing to carry their high-quality products into the future. All Bav Auto parts will remain unchanged in design and sourced from the same OEM suppliers to ensure long-lasting reliability. We trust these parts, accessories, and upgrades so confidently that we back every Bavarian Autosport branded component with a 2-year warranty.
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OEM NGK Spark Plugs - Set Of Six (#BKR6EQUP) E36 / E46
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Upgrade Your BMW's Performance with NGK Spark Plugs

Enhance your driving experience with NGK's top-quality spark plugs designed for optimal performance and fuel efficiency. Engine misfires, poor idle, and reduced fuel economy are telltale signs of worn-out spark plugs. NGK plugs are the ultimate solution, engineered to restore your BMW's power and smooth operation.

  • Address electrode wear and carbon buildup for a strong spark
  • Restore engine power and fuel efficiency
  • Trusted brand with decades of experience in spark plug manufacturing
  • Preferred choice by various auto manufacturers
  • Consider replacing all serviceable ignition components for a comprehensive upgrade
  • Kit includes six high-performance spark plugs
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Upgrade your BMW's engine performance with the Dinan Performance Ignition Coil Service Kit. These high-quality ignition coils are crafted to enhance ignition power, ensuring optimal engine performance and efficiency. Engineered for durability and reliability, these coils provide improved throttle response, smoother idle, and enhanced fuel efficiency. Benefit from the Dinan Performance Ignition Coil Service Kit, designed to unleash the true potential of your BMW's engine.
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Bremi is one of the most trusted names in ignition coils among BMW enthusiasts. We trust these in our vehicles. Replace yours and get your BMW running right today!

High-Performance Ignition Coil - Set Of 6
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Enhance your BMW's performance with the upgraded BAV Ignition Coil, designed to boost firepower and optimize engine efficiency. These coils boast modified core windings for a faster, more efficient burn, resulting in increased torque at lower RPMs and heightened horsepower in the upper range. While improvements depend on your engine's condition, these coils ensure noticeable enhancements in performance and potential fuel economy benefits.

Product Benefits:

Improved engine firepower and efficiency
Increased torque at lower RPMs
Enhanced horsepower in higher ranges
Potential improvement in fuel economy
Set of six for complete BMW Cooper replacement

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Get your engine back to peak performance with a new ignition coil.

NGK Spark Plugs - BKR6EQUP
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This is the NGK replacement spark plug for BMW part # 12120037607 and 12129071003.
NGK has been one a top choice of automakers and mechanics since 1936 for obvious reasons. With manufacturing, quality control and consistency standards second to none, this is truly a name you trust. Turner Motorsport proudly carries the NGK brand with applications that cover all BMW/Mini models.

It is the standard spark plug for:
1998-1999 E36 BMW 323is 323ic
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi
1997-2003 E39 BMW 528i 540i
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i
2003-2006 E85 BMW Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i

Also used by BMW as a "High Power" spark plug for various BMW Models including:
1990-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic
1992-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic
1989-1995 E34 BMW 530i 540i
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 530i
2004-2005 E60 BMW 525i 530i 545i
2004-2005 E63 BMW 645ci
1988-1994 E32 BMW 740i 740il 750il
1995-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 750il
2002-2008 E65 BMW 745i 745li
2002-2008 E65 BMW 760i 760li
1990-1999 E31 BMW 840i 840ci 850i 850ci
2004-2005 E83 BMW X3 2.5i X3 3.0i
2000-2006 E53 BMW X5 3.0i X5 4.4i X5 4.6is
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9 Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i
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BMW S52 Performance Spark Plug - Set Of Six
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BMW S52 Performance Spark Plug - Set Of Six is the ideal choice for drivers seeking to enhance their engine's performance, especially under the demands of forced induction. These high-quality iridium spark plugs are designed to withstand extreme engine heat, making them perfect for both performance upgrades and direct replacement in stock BMW vehicles. With superior conductivity and durability, they ensure a reliable ignition that boosts horsepower and fuel efficiency.

Investing in these performance spark plugs will provide your BMW with improved throttle response and smoother acceleration, ultimately enhancing your driving experience.

  • Designed to withstand extreme engine heat, perfect for forced induction applications
  • Iridium construction provides superior conductivity for reliable ignition
  • Enhances horsepower and fuel efficiency for improved performance
  • Ideal for both performance upgrades and direct replacement in stock vehicles
  • Ensures smoother acceleration and better throttle response
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Restores your engines smooth operation with new ignition coils from Bav Auto! Boot included with coil. Same as 12131712219, 12130148594, 12130390064, 12137594938, 12137551049, 12137562744, 12137571643, 12138647689, 12137594937, 12137571643. From 1974 to 2019, Bavarian Autosport was one of the premier vendors for BMW and MINI auto parts. We are happy to preserve the Bav Auto legacy by continuing to carry their high-quality products into the future. All Bav Auto parts will remain unchanged in design and sourced from the same OEM suppliers to ensure long-lasting reliability. We trust these parts, accessories, and upgrades so confidently that we back every Bavarian Autosport branded component with a 2-year warranty.
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Every 60-80,000 miles, we recommend replacing your spark plugs and coils to ensure your ignition system is running optimally. Over time carbon can build up around the head of the spark plug and decrease spark strength and effectiveness, leading to weaker fuel mixture detonation, misfires, and potential check engine lights. To prevent this, we have put together our High-Performance Ignition Service Kits, now featuring our very own Turner Performance Ignition Coils! These kits include our new Turner Performance Ignition Coils, new OEM Bosch Platinum+4 spark plugs, and AGS dielectric grease. The new Turner Performance Ignition Coils are designed with performance and efficiency in mind. An engine needs 3 main components to run (Air, Fuel, and Spark.) Ignition coils are responsible for 1/3 of the operation of your engine and it would be smart to weigh the options when shopping. Turner ignition coils are modified to increase energy output; more energy output results in a faster, more efficient, and consistent burn to make sure your fuel is being utilized to its maximum potential. These coils offered by Turner feature a blue housing that gives your engine the performance and aesthetic you're looking for. Features and Benefits: Increased Performance Direct Fitment Signature Turner Blue finish High Quality Bosch Platinum+4 Replacement Spark Plugs Premium AGS Dielectric Grease Included
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NGK Spark Plug - BKR6EK - E30 E34 E36 E32 E38 E39 E31 Z3
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This NGK spark plug is a direct replacement spark plug for BMW part number 12129064619

NGK has been one a top choice of automakers and mechanics since 1936 for obvious reasons. With manufacturing, quality control and consistency standards second to none, this is truly a name you trust. Turner Motorsport proudly carries the NGK brand with applications that cover all BMW/Mini models.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1990-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic
1992-1995 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic 325i 325is 325ic M3
1992-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic
1991-1995 E34 BMW 525i 530i 535i 540i
1997 E39 BMW 540i
1995-1997 E38 BMW 740i 740il
1990-1997 E31 BMW 840i 840ci
1997-2000 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9
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Part#: 12131748018
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Ignition coils are key to the efficiency and performance of your BMW. With a faulty coil the spark plug is not burning the air/fuel mixture properly and that can lead to problems anywhere in the engine and exhaust (including catalytic converters and O2 sensors). Problems with one or more coils will cause a fault code but not always a check engine light. A misfire code may be related to an ignition coil but could be from other things as well. Sometimes a visual inspection of a coil and coil boot will give an indication of a failure. You can also move coils around to different cylinder banks to see if the misfire code follows a suspect coil. We suggest always having one or two coils on hand to keep as spares.

This is the OEM Bosch ignition coil used in M52, S52, M52TU, M54, M56, M62, M62TU, S62, and M73 engines (but may be split into specific model years, see below). BMW has made numerous changes to ignition coil part numbers in recent years but has approved this part number to work in the vehicles listed below. This part number 12131748018 replaces previous BMW part number 12139067830 and 12137599219.

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E46 ignition coil boot We recommend replacing the rubber boot that connects the ignition coil to the spark plug. Sometimes a bad coil may just be a broken or damaged connector boot. This is especially true on cars with a leaking valve cover gasket where the oil has contamintated the rubber boot and the electrical parts inside. This boot can be replaced on its own without having to buy a whole new coil. This part is also useful if you purchased a coil that did not come with a new boot.


This item fits the following BMWs:
1996-1998 E36 BMW 323is 323ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1999-2000 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 328i 328ci
2001-2002 E46 BMW 325i 325ci 325xi 330i 330ci 330xi (including M56 SULEV engine)
1997-2003 E39 BMW 528i 540i M5
2001-2002 E39 BMW 525i 530i
1996-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 750il
1996-1999 E31 BMW 840ci 850ci
2000-2003 E53 BMW X5 4.4i X5 4.6is
2000-2002 E53 BMW X5 3.0i
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i
1998-2000 Z3 BMW Z3 M Roadster Z3 M Coupe (S52)
2000-2003 E52 BMW Z8
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NGK - Ignition Coil - N20 N52 N54 N55 S55 S54 N62 S62 M54
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RACING SPARK PLUG FOR M50/M52/M54 ENGINES
These spark plugs are recommended by BMW Motorsport for use in their DTC racing engines. We find a slight horsepower increase and greatly increased durability over the OEM road car spark plugs in competition use. We attribute the improvements to the fact that these spark plugs are designed for the high temperatures and cylinder pressures encountered in a racing engine. These spark plugs are a direct replacement and come pre-gapped just like the factory road car plugs.
Please note: these plugs are not for the S54 engine in the E46 M3, MZ3, or Z4 M
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