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If an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, imagine what 224 ounces of BMW synthetic oil can do for your engine. Keep your Bavarian motorcar running like a fine timepiece with regular oil change services, and head off costly cures caused by neglected maintenance. Our service kits are conveniently packaged to include seven quarts of OEM synthetic motor oil and a fresh filter cartridge, plus seals and gaskets. For added protection, add an ECS magnetic drain plug that attracts and holds ferrous particles so they don't abrade close tolerance engine parts.

You might get there without a spare--then again, you might not. There's no good place for a flat tire, but some spots are worse than others. Think two-lane highway. In the dark. Miles from help. Maybe you'll get lucky. Maybe the puncture is small and repairable. If not, you can always thump down the road on a run-flat, hoping the next full service station shows up before your fillings come loose. Get there safely with a Euro BMW spare tire kit that includes spare tire, jack, wheel chocks, and lug wrenches. Special tire bag and tool carry case keep things tidy until you need them.

Most of us have to admit to sleeping through a chemistry class--or two--after a rough night. The good news is the Chemical Guys didn't. Now they've put the power of Raw Science to work in a complete professional detailing car care line that combines surface-safe cleaners with lasting protectants and sealers. Stop squirting dish detergent into a bucket. Remove the toughest dirt, even from alloy wheels, and restore your car's exterior and interior finishes to a rich, lasting luster.

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Give your car's looks a five star rating with our all new 3SDM Style 0.05 wheels. Polished, and potent, these pentastar spoked wheels have a robust design and muscular presence that transform the look of any car they grace. Available in 18 and 19-inch sizes, in square or staggered sets, the 0.05 breaks from me-too designs with a breakout Style, spelled with a capital "S." Really: Aren't you more than a little curious to see a complete set on your car?

Creak. Moan. Shimmy. If any of these words apply to your RWD BMW suspension, we have the cure. Don't just fix your car, make it better with a meaty rear control arm kit, straight from M Series cars. Unlike stamped steel arms with conventional rubber bushings, these cast aluminum arms are stronger for less flex under stress, with unique monoball mounts for smooth articulation over bumps. These premium arms come ready to roll, and include snap-in-place harness clips for secure mounting of critical ABS wiring.

Car repair is dirty work, and sliding around in an oil spill is no fun. If you're tired of cleaning up spills with old socks and kitty litter, we have a new and better way. Pig Mat products have long been a favorite in professional repair shops that can't afford to track grease and oil onto costly car mats and carpeting. Made of durable, layered polypropylene, Pig Mats catch and hold most common fluid spills until you can throw them out. While you're here, check out our video on Form-A-Funnels, a great way to avoid spills in the first place.

Brake your car, without breaking the bank. Improve braking performance with an ECS Tuning Big Brake Kit. Bolt on larger rotors, standard finish or GEOMET slotted or slotted-and-drilled. Then mount your original calipers away from the spindle centerline with the kit's larger caliper frames for added mechanical leverage and shorter stops. No need to cough up extra bucks for a set of larger calipers, and you can go on buying readily available standard sized brake pads. Lower price. Less expense. Surer stops. Win. Win. Win.

Tired of sitting on your sunglasses or having them fall off the dash onto the floor? Where you step on them. And break them. Crunch. Here's a simple but elegant solution: Hard to find original equipment sunglasses holders in several colors. No need to change your interior, just mount them in place of the existing ceiling grab handles where they'll look like factory originals. Look at it this way: the holders pay for themselves the first time you don't mangle your new Ray-Bans.

Seal the deal with Alzor wheels, and complete your personal styling statement. Nothing does more for your BMW than a great looking set of alloys. That's why you should check out our large and growing selection of stylish Alzor wheels and center caps. Available in 19 inch sizes, staggered or square, sure to match your car and personal taste. Alzor Wheels: The new standard for value-minded motorists.

At 19 inches in 8.5 and 9.5 widths, this Big Foot sighting is sure to please any lovers of the M3 CSL who want to capture the look of this legend for their own 3 Series or Z-roadster. The original CSL caught lightning in a bottle with an overall weight reduction that improved every aspect of its performance. Now you can grab a little of that lightening for your own car, and reap the benefits of this special set of lightweight factory wheels. For those who demand the very best.

Creak. Moan. Shimmy. If any of these words apply to your BMW suspension, we have the cure. Bolt on a meaty front control arm kit, straight from M Series cars. If you're tired of loose ball joints and cracked or hardened suspension bushings, these robust arms will cure the poor handling, harsh ride, and uneven tire wear they cause. Choice is good, so we're offering complete kits from OEM supplier TRW or Genuine BMW. Both include a new headlight adjustment rod. Order your kit of choice, with or without hardware.

Staggered set. Swaggered look. Close your eyes and picture these MiRo 380s on your BMW. Like what you see? We thought so. Problem is: This is a special purchase. We have a limited number of these staggered sets, and when you look at the size, the price, and free shipping offer, it's clear that these split-spoke beauties will be gone. Fast. Phfffft. Did we mention the domed, raised center face, two-piece look, and polished lip?

Rack and roll. In sun or snow, RockyMounts has a roof mount solution for your active lifestyle. Whether you're skiing, snow boarding, or cycling, RockMounts roof rack accessories are as easy to load as they are good looking. For a weekend with nature, a 14er Cargo Cage Roof Basket will handle up to 150 pounds of camping gear. Its scooped grille design keeps items in place, and sheds water and snow. The next time you plan a getaway, plan to take RockyMounts.

Why settle for good brakes when you can have a great ones? Stock brake rotors and hydraulic hoses are "okay," or they wouldn't be installed at the factory. But we all know the difference between stock and premium parts when it comes to durability and performance. For your next brake job, move up to GEOMET® rotors with a baked on corrosion-fighting finish; drilled and slotted for better bite and surer stops. Then add ECS Exact-Fit brake lines, engineered to improve pedal feel; stylish enough to showcase behind your new alloys. Might want to check your brakes while both are on sale.

Tired of trekking back and forth to the parts store every time you need a special BMW tool? Beat the high cost and inconvenience of buying BMW special tools one at a time, with our Schwaben Essentials Tool Kit for BMW. Whether you're doing a driveline fluid service or suspension repairs and upgrades, these quality Schwaben sockets and drivers take the hassle and uncertainty out of common repairs. You can purchase similar tools individually at much higher prices, or take advantage of our super sale price and save big--over and over again.

This holiday season, give 'em what they want: cold hard cash. ECS Tuning Gift Certificates are the gifts that won't get returned because they are the wrong size, style, or color. Available in different denominations, from 10 to 100 dollars, there's one for every budget. Perfect for a main gift or as a special stocking stuffer. These certificates ship free and are sure to please your favorite auto enthusiast. They're also a lot easier to wrap than a bowling ball!

Protect your wheel and tire investment with an FK Wheel Tree. Convenient and easy to assemble, the tree stacks seasonal wheels and tires to save valuable floor space. The ingenious design supports and separates your wheels to prevent face scratching and tire carcass stress caused when wheels are leaned against a wall for extended periods. Available in two sizes, for standard and wide widths, FK tire trees are made from polished metal tubes with non-marring wheel separators. Complete kits include hardware, wrench, and a cloth protective bag.

The Fumoto oil drain valve replaces your OE drain plug for fast, easy oil changes. Its spring-loaded valve has a quick release tab that makes changing oil a snap. Just push and turn to drain. All-metal construction assures years of trouble-free service. Includes a threaded brass extension for oil pans with recessed drain plugs. A good idea. Long overdue.

Worried about that really bad storm? The mother of all blizzards where your all seasons tires don't get it done, and there are more cars in the ditch than on the road? Rest easy. We have a solution: ISSE Textile Tire Chains. So light a child can lift them. Easy to install no matter where you are. Just slip them over your tires, and get instant traction. Available in different grades depending on frequency of use, in sizes for every car. Keep a set in your trunk so you can stop worrying and get a grip when winter gets ugly.

ECS Tuning lets you boost your stance down the road with a 20mm monster offset, or tweak a little to fit your brake kit with a 2mm offset adjustment. Center bore 72.6mm to fit your BMW. Choose from our huge inventory of hub centric spacers in thicknesses sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. All spacers are corrosion protected: 2,3, and 4mm spacers are zinc plated steel; thicker spacers, in sizes ranging from 5 to 20mm, are anodized aluminum. Buy them alone or with matching lug bolts.

Take the danger and aggravation out of lifting your BMW with the ECS Tuning Jack Pad Adapter. Designed to fit the head of a standard floor jack, the adapter has a rectangular head that firmly engages the chassis jack pads. Positive engagement at jack head and chassis resists jack slippage and shifting, while the raised adapter head prevents damage to rocker panel trim and underbody panels. Made of black anodized aluminum for added strength and corrosion resistance, the adapter fits the head of most hydraulic floor jacks, including the Schwaben Low Boy.

Not sure what to buy for your favorite BMW enthusiast? To save you time, we've put up a special shopping section filled with assorted gifts, from clothes to cleaners, totes to tire gauges, roof racks to radar detectors. Take your time; browse for ideas until that special something jumps out and grabs your attention. Not sure what size to order? Select an ECS Gift card in denominations from 10 to 100 dollars, always a sure fit. Great gifts at prices to fit every budget.

Combo kits from Schwaben include tools to fit common Euro-car fastener sizes, many packaged in handy carrying cases for added portability and convenience. Choose from bits and drivers, wrenches and comfort grip screwdrivers, and specialty trim and radio removal tools, all designed by pros who know tools, and manufactured for years of dependable service. Give a gift sure to please a gifted auto enthusiast or service professional, even if it's you.

Get ready for winter with sale-priced Rocky Mounts LiftOps. We have limited quantities of 4 and 6 sizes and, while they last, we'll save you a dime on every dollar you spend. Rocky Mounts snow board and ski carriers are designed by winter sports experts to deliver the features you want most. They work with all major base rack systems, regardless of crossbar shape, and grip your boards or skis safely in soft rubber jaws. Easy to install, the Grip Cord system cynches them in place quickly, and the locking system keeps them secure.

Need a complete boost gauge kit for a custom application? ECS proudly announces our new universal Boost Gauge Kits. Each kit contains a 42mm illuminated boost gauge, plus pressure transducer, wiring, and hoses. Just tap into a manifold vacuum source at the engine using the enclosed vacuum tee. Then run a vacuum sampling line into the cabin and connect it to the transducer. Plug in the transducer, and connect the gauge to power with the wiring harness and bullet connectors in the kit. This versatile package makes it easy to install this bright, accurate gauge, in any car.

If you spend time and money renewing your brake hardware and linings, you ought to consider upgrading to ECS Tuning Exact-Fit brake hoses, and do the job right. These premium brake hoses are stronger, more durable, and better protected than the originals. They are shielded in stainless steel mesh reinforcement, and coated with bright red vinyl for added protection. Available by the axle for front or rear, or as a complete vehicle set, our DOT-approved, tailored hoses fit like OE for hassle-free installation.

Many BMW owners take great pleasure from performing routine maintenance and repairs on their cars. For the tech-savvy, ECS Tuning is happy to offer a large and growing selection of Schwaben tools, many of them with BMW-specific applications. We think you'll be pleasantly surprised when you wander through our online tool crib. From a digital tire pressure gauge to our stylish Low Boy aluminum racing jack, Schwaben tools add to the enjoyment, safety, and success of DIY projects. Buy them for yourself, or as a special gift for your favorite handyman.

Our Schwaben Tool catalog is large and many of our high demand tools have just come back in stock. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, compress springs, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the right tools for the job. These high-quality and long lasting tools will do the job right the first time, giving you more time to enjoy your vehicle where it belongs... on the road.

Schwaben products are characterized by simple, clever designs. Their wheel storage solutions may be the best examples of these qualities. The Schwaben Wheel Tree holds up to 275lbs and allows you to safely stack your wheels without the risk of scuffing and scratching. Convenient locking casters allow you to easily move the whole set anywhere in your garage or shop at one time. And when saving floor space is the highest priority, the Schwaben Wall-Mounted Wheel Rack allows you to securely store up to four 11½" wide wheels and tires against the wall, away from your work space.