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Upgrade your BMW M3 (1996-1999) with the aFe Twisted Steel Long Tube Headers and Mid Pipe system, designed to enhance performance and exhaust flow. Crafted from durable 304 stainless steel, these headers feature formed collectors with 3-to-1 mitered design, which reduce turbulence and increase exhaust velocity, resulting in noticeable gains in horsepower, torque, and throttle response. The optimized tube lengths are engineered for true pulse control technology, improving overall engine efficiency and flow dynamics. The headers include 3/8" laser-cut flanges that match the head port precisely, ensuring a leak-free seal and maximum performance. The system is complemented by a mid-pipe with dual high-flow catalytic converters, rated at 400 CPSI, which adhere to 48-state legal standards, providing both legality and high flow capacity. Built for seamless installation, the mandrel-bent dual 1.625" pipes transition into a single 2" pipe to minimize back pressure and enhance flow. OE-style flanges and band clamps create a complete 360-degree seal, ensuring durability and reliability. Designed to fit in the stock location, the performance headers and mid-pipe include an extension pipe for easy, modification-free installation, along with OE-style hangers, flanges, and O2 extensions. Engineered and manufactured in aFe's Corona, California facility, this system offers a high-quality upgrade for enthusiasts seeking improved exhaust performance and engine response. Please note that this system is not CARB approved but remains compliant with EPA standards and requires carb acknowledgment for installation.
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Fitment:
1996 BMW M3 Base
1997 BMW M3 Base
1998 BMW M3 Base
1999 BMW M3 Base
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