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The Fumoto 14mm oil drain valve replaces your Volkswagen or Audi 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.

The Fumoto 12mm oil drain valve replaces your BMW 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.

You won't believe the difference an LED lighting package makes in your car until you see it with your own eyes. LED illumination is a far brighter and friendlier light, crisp and clean, especially when compared to the dingy yellow glow from conventional filament style bulbs. Now you can do a complete LED conversion using our BMW LED Interior Lighting Kit. It contains all the LEDs needed for a total lighting upgrade. No need for guesswork or complicated ordering of individual bulbs.

You won't believe the difference an LED lighting package makes in your car until you see it with your own eyes. LED illumination is a far brighter and friendlier light, crisp and clean, especially when compared to the dingy yellow glow from conventional filament style bulbs. Now you can do a complete LED conversion using our BMW LED Interior Lighting Kit. It contains all the LEDs needed for a total lighting upgrade. No need for guesswork or complicated ordering of individual bulbs.

You won't believe the difference an LED lighting package makes in your car until you see it with your own eyes. LED illumination is a far brighter and friendlier light, crisp and clean, especially when compared to the dingy yellow glow from conventional filament style bulbs. Now you can do a complete LED conversion using our BMW LED Interior Lighting Kit. It contains all the LEDs needed for a total lighting upgrade. No need for guesswork or complicated ordering of individual bulbs.

The E46 M3 comes with an excellent handling package, but there's always room for improvement. Let H&R up your game with suspension products that pick up where BMW left off. Made in Germany, H&R sport springs, sway bars, and adjustable coilovers are built on decades of experience designing world class suspension upgrades; then manufactured to old world standards where "excellence" is more than just a word. Don't compromise. Demand H&R.

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.

See and feel the difference with ECS Tuning 2-Piece rotors. Lightweight aluminum hats pared with cross-drilled and slotted cast-iron friction provide the best of both worlds in braking performance. Aluminum reduces inertial mass, improving steering feel, acceleration, and deceleration. Cast iron has immense thermal capacities and great wear characteristics. 2-Piece semi-floating construction ensures the two materials work together in concert. What does this mean? Traffic-stopping looks and fade-free stops, every time.

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 most vehicles. Keep a set in your trunk so you can stop worrying and get a grip when winter gets ugly.

When it comes to your car the best way to begin modifying it is a nice set of wheels. Picking the right ones can prove to be a challenging process in achieving the look you desire, but what if you were able to have options? Right now ECS Tuning is bringing you those options with pricing you can justify and allowing you to shoe shop with confidence. (Fitment for E39 models will require hub adapters)

A performance car deserves performance brake lines. That's why discriminating BMW owners commonly make ECS Tuning Exact Fit brake lines their first brake system upgrade. Stock hoses are made of fiber mesh reinforced rubber that swells under pressure, giving the brake pedal a soft feel. Exact-Fit hoses have an extruded PTFE core surrounded by stainless steel mesh that limits swelling, making the pedal feel firmer and more responsive. Covered in a bright red seamless polymer for added toughness, Exact Fit brake lines look great with painted calipers and GEOMET rotors.

Now you can tighten nuts and bolts like a pro with a Schwaben torque wrench. Our 1/2-inch drive is great for general purpose repairs; the 3/8-drive wrench has a 5-80 ft-lb range for smaller jobs.These chrome plated wrenches have a reversible ratcheting head with locking adjustment barrel, and come in a sturdy blow-molded case to keep them clean and safe between jobs. Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and things come apart. Do it once. Do it right. Schwaben.

When it comes to BMW water pumps, wimpy won't do. High performance makes high heat that must be removed to protect your engine from serious damage. Stock pumps have a reputation they would like to live down. If your Bavarian six is special to you, what you need is a no-nonsense, heavy duty, double throwdown pump made from premium materials, to exacting standards. You need an EMP Stewart high performance pump with stainless rotor, heavy duty bearing, over-sized seal, and 20 percent more output than the factory original. Anything less is uncool.

Rule #1: Use the right tool for the job. These brake caliper tools from Schwaben are essential for changing your pads or bleeding your brake fluid in your German automobile. If your caliper pistons need to be simply pressed back in, or if they're threaded and require screwing back in, we've got the caliper piston tool you want. Bleeding your brakes? Our Schwaben brake bleeder wrench makes it so easy, you can even do it without having to remove your wheels! Make sure you're prepared with the right tool for the job with these Brake Caliper Essentials from Schwaben Tools.

European car owners oftentimes find themselves using ineffective, dangerous, & cumbersome methods when repairing or replacing wiring harness connectors. Schwaben's European Car Electrical Terminal Tool Kit, gives enthusiasts the exact tools required for bullet connectors, common ABS sensor and power connectors, trailer light plugs, and more. Extend harness life, ensure proper diagnostic equipment connectivity, and preserve wiring harness life with this superb tool.

If you demand nothing but Castrol TWS for your high performance E9x M3 engine, then we have good news. Now you can buy Castrol Edge Professional TWS--for less. This is the same oil specified by BMW engineers for the M3. The same oil that came in your M3's crankcase from Bavaria. Not a similar oil; not a substitute. The real deal. The difference? The bottle. Save on your next oil change by buying Castrol TWS in a slightly different bottle, and put the savings in the bank. Or the tank. Same oil. Less dough. Any questions?

Ever tried removing a radio trim bezel with a screwdriver or metal putty knife? Ugly. Ineffective. Metal prying tools gouge, scratch, and crack expensive interior parts adding needless cost and aggravation to any repair or accessory installation requiring trim panel removal. Stop the madness. Invest in one of our affordable trim removal kits. Large kit or small, our trim removal tools are made of tough, non-marring molded plastic, brightly colored so you won't leave them behind when the job is done. Do it right. Do it faster. Schwaben.

Age spots? Wrinkles? Not you. Your BMW! Fight interior trim aging in your E46 with OEM BMW pillar trim replacement panels. Available in several shades of black, gray and beige to match your current color scheme, we have every pillar letter of the alphabet covered from A through D. All replacement panels snap in place without the need for separate clips or attachment hardware. If you've been considering a BMW interior facelift, we have you--and your pillars--covered.

If you demand nothing but Castrol TWS for your high performance E46 M3 engine, then we have good news. Now you can buy Castrol Edge Professional TWS--for less. This is the same oil specified by BMW engineers for the M3. The same oil that came in your M3's crankcase from Bavaria. Not a similar oil; not a substitute. The real deal. The difference? The bottle. Save on your next oil change by buying Castrol TWS in a slightly different bottle, and put the savings in the bank. Or the tank. Same oil. Less dough. Any questions?

If you know your BMW shows a yellow light on startup, the (likely) original oil level sensor has ceased to output a reliable signal to the DME. Previously, BMW drivers would ignore the annoying yellow light, as the stock replacement sensor was prohibitively priced. ECS Tuning is proud to offer the Bremmen Parts OE-quality replacement sensor at a much more palatable price! Replacing the level sensor is a simple task, and will provide reliable readings for years. Don't stare at that light another day.

These brawny socket sets are great sets to have on-hand for any European car owner. The hefty ½ inch-drive shank accepts breaker bars, impact guns, or torque wrenches. Specially hardened to take the added abuse from an impact gun, these sockets are also coated for added protection and so you can tell them apart from non impact rated sockets. Significant internal depth allows for use with a range of applications with varying length shafts. These sockets are tough enough to get the job done.

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 engineered to be stronger, more durable, and better protected than the originals. Exact-Fit Line have a tough Teflon inner core, shielded in stainless steel mesh reinforcement, then 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.

Our aluminum wheel hanger makes it easy to remove and install wheels. Just thread the hanger stud into a wheel bolt hole and hang the wheel safely while you rotate tires or remove them for service or vehicle repair. It's also great for keeping wheel bolts hole aligned on cars with spacers. Our improved hanger is made of 6061 aluminum, anodized for hardness and good looks. The knurled, non-slip handle has a drilled hole so you can hang it on a pegboard hook in your garage. Better still, order two: one for your garage and another for the emergency tool kit in your trunk.

If you are a music maven with a late-model BMW, chances are you're using an FM transmitter for your iPod or listening to scratched CD-Rs. If you're a technophile, brand new cars may tempt your with their connectivity options. DICE designed an easily installed unit that incorporates BlueTooth streaming and touch-free calling, USB support, SatNav radio, and iPod and iPhone support with your factory stereo, even if you have DSP or Satellte radio. Don't compromise your listening experience. Bring your BMW's audio system on par with showroom-fresh models using the DICE MediaBridge.

You've hit the jackpot with the Schwaben European Essentials Tool Set. Never again will you be cursing the unique fasteners on your European automobile. Instead, you'll take to the task like a conquistador of cars. The garage is your El Dorado. Featuring swivel-head triple-square bits, Torx screwdrivers, one hundred specialty fasteners and the sturdiest screwdriver set you'll lay hands on, this kit will make you feel like a king. Each tool rests in its own place in molded cases, helping you keep track of your investment. The Schwaben Essentials kit is worth its weight in gold.

Fast. Easy. Affordable: Pick three. Our popular BMW bumper lenses are back in stock. Clear or smoked, their neutral color is a far better match for many paint colors than stock orange. If you're in the mood for a subtle but tasteful change, these BMW lenses are a fast, affordable way to put a fresh face on an old friend.

If your exterior air temperature sensor is lying all the time, odds are it took a direct hit from a flying object, or rammed its head against a concrete curb. If you're lucky, plugging in a new sensor will set things straight. Problem is, in many cases the sensor, its electrical connector, and a good chunk of wiring are laying out on the highway. That's why we put together a kit that lets you repair the sensor and its circuit with a factory connector, plus extra wire so you can move it to a safer location, out of harm's way. Our free tutorial shows you how.

Sharpened handling. Increased agility. Tactile responsiveness. A feeling of being one with car and road. Replacing stock bushings with Powerflex polyurethane components will deliver all that and more. ECS is proud to present the Powerflex brand of performance bushings. Powerflex is a world-renowned name in high-performance products, and they manufacture an array of quality suspension and chassis components. From subframe mounts to control arm and sway bar bushings and more, nothing overpowers the Powerflex catalog and their reputation for durability and quality.

Sharpened handling. Increased agility. Tactile responsiveness. A feeling of being one with car and road. Replacing stock bushings with Powerflex polyurethane components will deliver all that and more. ECS is proud to present the Powerflex brand of performance bushings. Powerflex is a world-renowned name in high-performance products, and they manufacture an array of quality suspension and chassis components. From subframe mounts to control arm and sway bar bushings and more, nothing overpowers the Powerflex catalog and their reputation for durability and quality.

Sharpened handling. Increased agility. Tactile responsiveness. A feeling of being one with car and road. Replacing stock bushings with Powerflex polyurethane components will deliver all that and more. ECS is proud to present the Powerflex brand of performance bushings. Powerflex is a world-renowned name in high-performance products, and they manufacture an array of quality suspension and chassis components. From subframe mounts to control arm and sway bar bushings and more, nothing overpowers the Powerflex catalog and their reputation for durability and quality.