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I'm Mikey and this is the most fun, cheap, reliable drift car hands down. From buying the car, building the car and getting to the track! I was lucky enough to pick this car up a few years ago in North Carolina, over time I made the car what I always wanted as the perfect drift car to enjoy drifting with friends and cruising to car shows. With all 200hp it has to be one of the funnest cars to drive. E46 chassis is such a solid chassis and it will do anything I ask of it.

Unlike the factory non-serviceable transmission pan, Turner's pan is designed for seamless compatibility with the OEM G8X fluid filter. This cost-effective, replaceable filter ensures that your maintenance remains straightforward and hassle-free. For further protection, integrated magnets actively attract and hold metal debris that could otherwise compromise the longevity of your transmission. This innovative design keeps your fluid clean and extends the overall life of your drivetrain.

Don't let a dead battery or flat tire leave you stranded. The 4-In-1 Jump Pack & Tire Inflator is the ultimate emergency companion, engineered for convenience, power, and versatility. Compact yet powerful, this all-in-one unit features a lithium-ion jump starter, digital air compressor, high-lumen LED flashlight, and power bank'everything you need to stay safe and get back on the road quickly.

The Apex ML-10RT forged wheels are designed for high-performance vehicles, offering a blend of lightweight construction and exceptional strength. Engineered using advanced forging technology, these wheels provide superior durability and improved handling. Their sleek, multi-spoke design not only enhances aesthetics but also ensures optimal brake clearance. Ideal for track enthusiasts and street drivers alike, the Apex ML-10RT wheels deliver both style and performance.

Welcome back to another Built by Mike series! This time around, we're doing things a little bit differently. Instead of doing a massive build right off the bat, we're going to show you how to take a bone stock E90 into the perfect seat time car! We'll start with basic mods that won't sacrifice drivability, working our way up to a competitive drift missile! Tali & Mike have engineered some simple and inexpensive solutions to help you get into drifting!

From the minds that engineered them to the machines they personally drive, these are our top product picks, straight from our enthusiast engineers! As die-hard automotive lovers themselves, our team pours their passion and expertise into every design. If it's not good enough for our own vehicles, you won't find it here. Get a glimpse into the parts we trust and install on our personal rides � we truly are enthusiasts built!

The ZF 5-speed is widely regarded by BMW enthusiasts as a stout, capable, and reliable transmission perfect for swapping into a variety of different chassis. It is, however, plagued with detent issues that tend to appear on higher-mileage units. This full-service kit aims to remedy the issue, keeping your ZF reliable for many years to come! Together, these components will result in a transmission that shifts smoothly and is free of centering defects. Installation is fairly simple provided the transmission is removed from the vehicle, with many write-ups and DIY guides available online. This kit includes a set of drift/punch tools that are required for installation. How do I know if my ZF 5-speed transmission needs new detents? Shifter leans towards the 5th gear position while in neutral Resistance when shifting between gears Intermittent sticking in gear, specifically between 1st and 2nd

When the 8V RS3 came out, it quickly became one of the best performing "hot compact sedans" on the market! Naturally we had to get an 8Y RS3 into the shop for R&D and oh boy did we! Our engineering team went to work fast and made sure that everything we developed was that perfect OEM+ look and feel. We reviewed an 8Y RS3 earlier this year with our full catalog of ECS Upgrades and fell in LOVE! We fell so much in love with it and decided to purchase one, bolt on $20,000+ worth of top performance mods in the aftermarket industry and you guess it! LAUNCH A SWEEPSTAKES where YOU could take this beauty home! Plus we are giving the winner $10,000 additional to help with those pesky taxes! We partnered with top names in the performance and maintenance aftermarket industry to bring you the best 8Y RS3 as decked out as possible! Check out all the performance products from APR, BILSTEIN, AWE, Integrated Engineering and APEX Wheels below. Also dont forget we topped off all fluids with LIQUI MOLY and swapped out filters with HENGST Filters our preferred filtration supplier!

Some of the biggest issues when owning a BMW can come from cooling system components. Failure is seen with the plastic fittings and adapters from years of hot to cold temperature fluctuation. The N52 engine sees failure at the plastic adapter connecting the thermostat hose to the cylinder head, this adapter simply shears off at the end of the barbed fitting. Our engineering team decided a billet aluminum piece was a much better option to contend with the temperature fluctuation.

Introducing Turner Motorsport's Aluminum Street Shield Skid Plate Kit in Wrinkle Black Powder Coat Finish for the F2x/3x 1/2/3/4 Series. Turner paid close attention to fitment in all areas including radiator support and fender liners. Durability is ensured with a center plate manufactured from 8 gauge 5052 aluminum with 1/8; frame supports for durability and impact strength.

The ECS Tuning Center Support Bearing Brace is designed to enhance the performance and longevity of your drivetrain. To improve upon the factory design, and to create a performance alternative, our engineers started by designing a set of exact-fit, split polyurethane bushings that clamp around your existing driveshaft bearing. Crafted from 30A durometer polyurethane, our material choice effectively eliminates bushing deflection without causing an increase in noise, vibration, and harshness. By eliminating deflection, this design ensures a longer lifespan than the stock center support bearing, making it a great investment for enthusiasts looking to maintain their aging BMW chassis.

Turner Motorsport's Rear Subframe Reinforcement Brace is the ultimate solution for enthusiasts seeking to eliminate carrier panel flex and prevent further RACP damage. Designed for high-performance driving and track use, this brace adds essential structural rigidity to the rear end of your E46, enhancing both durability and drivability. This brace is constructed from heavy-duty steel tubing and finished with a durable blue powdercoat for corrosion resistance and a striking appearance. During design, Turner's engineers ensured this brace was compatible with their underside Rear Subframe/Chassis Reinforcement Kit (ES#3006359), making it the perfect addition to a comprehensive chassis strengthening strategy. Don't let RACP failure and chassis flex limit your E46's performance potential. Upgrade to the Turner Motorsport' Rear Subframe Reinforcement Brace to fortify your chassis, enhance stability, and unlock superior handling for both road and track use.

Everyone has seen them. The unmistakeable fitment of a wide-bodied car, featuring bulging hips and haunches, aggressively demanding admiration either rolling down the road or sitting like a poised predator waiting for some unlucky prey. With StreetFighter LA, you can transform your BMW with a full kit designed to give your BMW the most striking visual upgrade possible.

Upgrade your E46 driving experience by adding induction noises and increased air flow. Let your engine breath by removing the suffocating enclosed intake box and get ready to hear sounds you never thought your naturally aspirated inline 6 could make. Whoever said you need forced induction to make addicting suction noises clearly has not tried this system.

The Pipercross catalogue of products has over 1000 vehicle applications. Their goal is to help you Find Your Filter; Whether it's a replacement drop in panel filter, universal cone/competition filter, performance intake system or one of their BRAND-NEW carbon fiber AirMax systems. Pipercross products are engineered to deliver optimal airflow without compromising filtration, enhancing your vehicle's performance, fuel efficiency, and longevity. Pipercross Heritage - "Of all the thousands of components of a car, we are obsessed with just one" Stacey Trewin, Chairman Founded in 1983, Pipercross has been at the forefront of British engineering, producing high-performance air filters that are trusted by enthusiasts and professionals alike. Their heritage is steeped in tradition, innovation and the pursuit of excellence. Proudly made in Northampton, UK, each of their products is designed, tested and manufactured under one roof using industry leading methods. Pipercross Future - Pipercross Airmax intakes are the pinnacle of intake systems, meticulously designed carbon fiber induction systems that are tailored to your specific vehicle, providing a bespoke solution for maximizing power, efficiency and induction sound.

We couldn't be happier to work with our good friend Zach Jobe and his E46 M3 CSL Clone project. Not only do we love seeing the E46 M3 still getting the love and attention from enthusiasts 20 years after its production end, we are also in love with Zach's custom touches that make his dream a reality. We helped refresh every corner of his E46 M3, see the build list here and check out the videos on YouTube!

Upgrading to the Turner Billet Differential cover gives you the strength you need to push your car to its limits without worrying about snapping a diff mount from clutch kicking or other shocks to the drivetrain. In addition to its enhanced strength, this differential cover includes numerous other upgrades and conveniences. These include improved cooling and lubrication for the ring gear, upgraded fill and drain plugs, and the option to expand for an external oil cooler for extreme motorsport usage. Designed to complement both upgraded daily drivers and extensively modified track cars, it also offers a visually appealing design. This diff cover is cool, literally, the entire construction was designed with optimized cooling in mind. External fins are strategically placed on the rear face, bottom, and between the mounting ears of the cover, serving as effective heat sinks for optimal heat dissipation. This ensures stable temperatures, promoting longevity for both the fluid and your differential. Additionally, the internal design ensures continuous oiling and lubrication to the ring gear, maintaining its stability and preventing fatigue by controlling heat more effectively. An internal baffle at the cover's corner helps maintain proper pressure and prevents cavitation.

Whether you're replacing a worn-out clutch or upgrading for increased power handling, this E34 M5 clutch kit offers a reliable solution for enhanced pedal feel, power capacity, and overall driving satisfaction. Paired with a modified geometry flywheel, the E34 M5 style clutch is ideally suited for most E36, E46, and others using the same powertrain. It checks all the boxes for essential clutch replacement features. While some aftermarket options may address slipping issues and worn-out clutches, they often sacrifice pedal feel, providing little to no resistance. A soft clutch not only kills the driving experience of your BMW but also reduces confidence when pushing the car to its limits. HP Description: Upgraded clutch kit to be used with E34 M5 architecture flywheels. Designed for factory and upgraded street car applications to handle up to 375 Ft/lbs at the crank.

As fellow enthusiasts, we understand the importance of preserving the integrity of E36s and their components. With iconic colors like Techno Violet, Boston Green, and Estoril Blue in mind, we refuse to compromise the original trunk and paint with traditional drilling methods. Instead, this carbon LTW spoiler features an innovative fastening system that requires no modifications and preserves your car's pristine showroom finish. With precision-engineered billet clamps and high-quality 3M double-sided tape, installation is a breeze, requiring only basic hand tools. No drilling is necessary.

The Turner Motorsport Performance Chassis Mount Short Shifter removes the shift carrier assembly entirely removing any prospect of flex caused by bushings or driveline movement. By contrast, this chassis mount shifter offers a drastic reduction in shift lever travel, vagueness, and side-to-side play. An elevated base allows for moving the fulcrum point upwards, resulting in a much shorter and more precise throw. Shift times are further reduced by a tall, "rally style" shift lever, used to aid in leverage while also bringing the lever closer to the steering wheel. Turner's design incorporates a proprietary centering spring design, which is adjustable for increasing or decreasing self-centering force. In short, Turner's design eliminates all the drawbacks of your factory BMW shifter, translating to more control, greater precision, shorter throws, and faster shift times.

Our ECS Tuning replacement harness connectors include all of the necessary pins and wire seals for a complete harness repair. Whether you have broken harness connector or a you need a complete wiring repair, ECS has you covered with the correct parts you need at a price that is affordable compared to OEM. Each connector includes an additional terminal just in case one becomes lost or damaged during your install process. Please reference original part number from existing connector to confirm fitment, prior to ordering

Are you spending some quality time with your car this season? Equip yourself for all projects with Schwaben Tools! We offer an extensive line of standard & European specialty tools for your collection, as well as high quality items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and improve the DIY experience for both you and your tools.

At ECS Tuning, our goal is to be the preferred source of Genuine Parts for all BMW owners. We are BMW enthusiasts to the core, which means we know the important role your BMW plays in your life. Genuine BMW Products ensure that your lifestyle is thoroughly BMW and will continue with a theme of quality for you and your car.

At ECS Tuning, our goal is to be the preferred source of Genuine Parts for all BMW owners. We are BMW enthusiasts to the core, which means we know the important role your BMW plays in your life. Genuine BMW Products ensure that your lifestyle is thoroughly BMW and will continue with a theme of quality for you and your car.

At ECS Tuning, our goal is to be the preferred source of Genuine Parts for all BMW owners. We are BMW enthusiasts to the core, which means we know the important role your BMW plays in your life. Genuine BMW Products ensure that your lifestyle is thoroughly BMW and will continue with a theme of quality for you and your car.

At ECS Tuning, our goal is to be the preferred source of Genuine Parts for all BMW owners. We are BMW enthusiasts to the core, which means we know the important role your BMW plays in your life. Genuine BMW Products ensure that your lifestyle is thoroughly BMW and will continue with a theme of quality for you and your car.

Choose between our plain geo-spec coated, slotted zinc coated, or cross drilled and slotted zinc coated rotor designs! Our V5 plain rotor design is perfect for daily drivers looking for a reliable and affordable brake rotor option, and features a durable GeoSpec; silver-colored coating, which offers superior corrosion protection versus a painted or zinc coated rotor. This coating also eliminates the light oiling many manufactures utilize to avoid flash rust while rotors are stored or in transit: this means there's no cleaning or scuffing required to install ECS V5 plain rotors, making brake services quicker than that with uncoated rotors. Our V5 slotted rotor design provides excellent heat dissipation thanks to reduced pad out-gassing, meaning reduced brake fade. Slotting also reduces glazing, meaning consistently increased overall stopping power. Our 5th generation slotted brake rotor also features a sleek black zinc coating for a clean, contemporary look as well as superior corrosion protection versus an uncoated or black oxide coated rotor. Our V5 cross drilled and slotted rotor design offers even greater heat dissipation and improved wet-weather performance as compared with a slotted rotor, making it an ideal choice for high-performance driving enthusiasts. Our 5th generation slotted brake rotor also features a sleek black zinc coating for a clean, contemporary look as well as superior corrosion protection versus an uncoated or black oxide coated rotor. Pick the perfect set of pads, ranging from OEM replacement style to higher performance pad options. If you are looking for a specific brand or compound to get that extra edge on the track, contact our sales team today to discuss alternative pad options! All service kits include a care package that contains our stainless steel rotor set screws and two packages of brake grease so your installation goes smoothly!

Choose between our plain geo-spec coated, slotted zinc coated, or cross drilled and slotted zinc coated rotor designs! Our V5 plain rotor design is perfect for daily drivers looking for a reliable and affordable brake rotor option, and features a durable GeoSpec; silver-colored coating, which offers superior corrosion protection versus a painted or zinc coated rotor. This coating also eliminates the light oiling many manufactures utilize to avoid flash rust while rotors are stored or in transit: this means there's no cleaning or scuffing required to install ECS V5 plain rotors, making brake services quicker than that with uncoated rotors. Our V5 slotted rotor design provides excellent heat dissipation thanks to reduced pad out-gassing, meaning reduced brake fade. Slotting also reduces glazing, meaning consistently increased overall stopping power. Our 5th generation slotted brake rotor also features a sleek black zinc coating for a clean, contemporary look as well as superior corrosion protection versus an uncoated or black oxide coated rotor. Our V5 cross drilled and slotted rotor design offers even greater heat dissipation and improved wet-weather performance as compared with a slotted rotor, making it an ideal choice for high-performance driving enthusiasts. Our 5th generation slotted brake rotor also features a sleek black zinc coating for a clean, contemporary look as well as superior corrosion protection versus an uncoated or black oxide coated rotor. Pick the perfect set of pads, ranging from OEM replacement style to higher performance pad options. If you are looking for a specific brand or compound to get that extra edge on the track, contact our sales team today to discuss alternative pad options! All service kits include a care package that contains our stainless steel rotor set screws and two packages of brake grease so your installation goes smoothly!

Choose between our plain geo-spec coated, slotted zinc coated, or cross drilled and slotted zinc coated rotor designs! Our V5 plain rotor design is perfect for daily drivers looking for a reliable and affordable brake rotor option, and features a durable GeoSpec; silver-colored coating, which offers superior corrosion protection versus a painted or zinc coated rotor. This coating also eliminates the light oiling many manufactures utilize to avoid flash rust while rotors are stored or in transit: this means there's no cleaning or scuffing required to install ECS V5 plain rotors, making brake services quicker than that with uncoated rotors. Our V5 slotted rotor design provides excellent heat dissipation thanks to reduced pad out-gassing, meaning reduced brake fade. Slotting also reduces glazing, meaning consistently increased overall stopping power. Our 5th generation slotted brake rotor also features a sleek black zinc coating for a clean, contemporary look as well as superior corrosion protection versus an uncoated or black oxide coated rotor. Our V5 cross drilled and slotted rotor design offers even greater heat dissipation and improved wet-weather performance as compared with a slotted rotor, making it an ideal choice for high-performance driving enthusiasts. Our 5th generation slotted brake rotor also features a sleek black zinc coating for a clean, contemporary look as well as superior corrosion protection versus an uncoated or black oxide coated rotor. Pick the perfect set of pads, ranging from OEM replacement style to higher performance pad options. If you are looking for a specific brand or compound to get that extra edge on the track, contact our sales team today to discuss alternative pad options! All service kits include a care package that contains our stainless steel rotor set screws and two packages of brake grease so your installation goes smoothly!

Choose between our plain geo-spec coated, slotted zinc coated, or cross drilled and slotted zinc coated rotor designs! Our V5 plain rotor design is perfect for daily drivers looking for a reliable and affordable brake rotor option, and features a durable GeoSpec; silver-colored coating, which offers superior corrosion protection versus a painted or zinc coated rotor. This coating also eliminates the light oiling many manufactures utilize to avoid flash rust while rotors are stored or in transit: this means there's no cleaning or scuffing required to install ECS V5 plain rotors, making brake services quicker than that with uncoated rotors. Our V5 slotted rotor design provides excellent heat dissipation thanks to reduced pad out-gassing, meaning reduced brake fade. Slotting also reduces glazing, meaning consistently increased overall stopping power. Our 5th generation slotted brake rotor also features a sleek black zinc coating for a clean, contemporary look as well as superior corrosion protection versus an uncoated or black oxide coated rotor. Our V5 cross drilled and slotted rotor design offers even greater heat dissipation and improved wet-weather performance as compared with a slotted rotor, making it an ideal choice for high-performance driving enthusiasts. Our 5th generation slotted brake rotor also features a sleek black zinc coating for a clean, contemporary look as well as superior corrosion protection versus an uncoated or black oxide coated rotor. Pick the perfect set of pads, ranging from OEM replacement style to higher performance pad options. If you are looking for a specific brand or compound to get that extra edge on the track, contact our sales team today to discuss alternative pad options! All service kits include a care package that contains our stainless steel rotor set screws and two packages of brake grease so your installation goes smoothly!