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Fog lamps on almost all models are located in a position that makes them susceptible to road debris damage and building a cloudy film from humidity. If your car has any of these symptoms its time for a replacement to restore that classy BMW look. While your doing that its a good time to upgrade with our Ziza bulbs to improve your visibility. We offer our fog lamps in OEM and aftermarket both having exceptional quality and appearance.

By providing it all for you in a single click, ECS has made it easier than ever to get the quality replacement matching components you need when beginning a brake service. Our brake service kit includes rotors, pads, sensors, assembly grease, and even a full complement of set screws to make your brake replacement easy. Everything you need to perform a professional quality brake service, you can find at ECS Tuning.

Add the bold look of our Alzor Style 030 wheels. Their distinctive split-spoke design is great for showing off your new painted calipers, Exact-Fit brake lines, and GEOMET rotors. Available in black or hyper silver, in square or staggered sets, Alzor hubcentic wheels are sure to fit right, run true, and add the finishing touch to your other upgrades. Go with 18s or 19s, then finish the job with ECS wheel spacers and bolts.

Are you tired of your performance being reigned in by the car's ECU? Do you want to be put in control of your car's power? If so, get this new Cobb Tuning AccessPORT V3 for your BMW. This system allows you to unlock power hidden within the ECU by replacing conservative factory settings with more aggressive calibrations. Once upgraded, you will notice impressive gains in torque and horsepower. If you want to adjust something, this device can hold up to 100 different tunes, making adjusting them a breeze.

The 7 Series from BMW is well known for its comfort, smooth drive, and power - especially considering its big body size. Most of their models are akin to luxurious sports cars. The best way to keep everything running smoothly is by making sure the fluids in your vehicle are still able to provide the right protection and lubrication as they were intended to from day one. Over time, all oils and fluids begin to break down from temperature changes and pressure. Regular maintenance and quality products are the only way to save on hefty repair bills later.

Add the bold look of our new Alzor Style 030 wheels to your E36 Non-M 3 Series. Their distinctive split-spoke design is great for showing off your new painted calipers, Exact-Fit brake lines, and GEOMET® rotors. Available in black or hyper silver and in square or staggered sets. Alzor hubcentic wheels are sure to fit right, run true, and add the finishing touch to your other upgrades. Go with these 18s and finish the job with ECS wheel spacers and bolts.

Make your E53 go where you aim it. ECS has developed a series of kits to repair or restore your BMW's suspension and steering. Whether your E53 is suffering from battered ball joints, bashed bushings, or tired tie rod ends, we'll help you rein it in and head it in the right direction again. Front and Rear kits come in 3 stages depending on your particular needs.

Make your E30 go where you aim it. ECS has developed a series of kits to repair or restore your BMW's suspension and steering. Whether your E30 is suffering from battered ball joints, bashed bushings, or tired tie rod ends, we'll help you rein it in and head it in the right direction again. Front and Rear kits come in 2 stages depending on your particular needs.

Make your E30 go where you aim it. ECS has developed a series of kits to repair or restore your BMW's suspension and steering. Whether your 325 is suffering from battered ball joints, bashed bushings, or tired tie rod ends, we'll help you rein it in and head it in the right direction again. Front and Rear kits come in 2 stages depending on your particular needs.

Features of convenience and versatility define this latest group of industry-standard hand tools from Schwaben, the European specialty tool experts. The 24-inch long, flexible Locking Hose Clamp Pliers make removing metal or plastic self-tightening hose clamps an infinitely more simple and quick task. For oil & fuel filter removal, Schwaben's 4-position adjustable Swivel Jaw Filter Wrench Pliers feature Sure-Grip teeth to provide the right amount of clamping force for the job. The superb 12-piece Metric Socket Set completes this latest new and exciting Schwaben product release.

Add the bold look of our new Alzor Style 030 wheels to your E36 M3. Their distinctive split-spoke design is great for showing off your new painted calipers, Exact-Fit brake lines, and GEOMET® rotors. Available in black or hyper silver and in square or staggered sets. Alzor hubcentic wheels are sure to fit right, run true, and add the finishing touch to your other upgrades. Go with these 18s and finish the job with ECS wheel spacers and bolts.

The ST X Performance coil over system is great for the enthusiast looking to get tighter cornering, a lower ride height, and maintain it as a regular daily driver. The best part about these coilovers is they are made by KW, a top manufacturer for track coilovers. The ST model coilovers give you the same quality with just a few less features, meeting the demands of the daily driver or occasional track enthusiast at a much easier price. When purchasing these coilovers they also come with a 5 year limited warranty telling you that ST is willing to stand behind their product.

Add the bold look of our new Alzor Style 030 wheels to your E9x 3 Series. Their distinctive split-spoke design is great for showing off your new painted calipers, Exact-Fit brake lines, and GEOMET® rotors. Available in black or hyper silver and in square or staggered sets. Alzor hubcentic wheels are sure to fit right, run true, and add the finishing touch to your other upgrades. Go with 18s or 19s, then finish the job with ECS wheel spacers and bolts.

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.

Left unserviced, automatic transmission fluid breaks down chemically and degrades, causing the valve body and filter to become contaminated with deposits and sludge. These conditions lead to poor shifting and, ultimately, transmission failure. The Stage I ECS Transmission Service Kit includes a new drain plug with sealing washer, a fill plug with sealing washer, and Redline D4 automatic transmission fluid. The more comprehensive Stage II kit adds an automatic transmission filter with hardware and a new oil pan gasket

For the E36 generation 323i/328i, BMW chose to use a cost-cutting plastic power steering pulley, mounting it close to the road at the front of the engine. This arrangement has proven to be troublesome for many enthusiasts, many of whom have experienced the premature wear or even failure of this part. ECS engineers have developed a permanent and elegant solution to this design oversight with the CNC-machined Aluminum Power Steering Pulley. The black-anodized piece is a direct replacement for the cheap factory part, allowing for the use of the factory belt and hardware.

For the E39 generation 528i, BMW chose to use a cost-cutting plastic power steering pulley, mounting it close to the road at the front of the engine. This arrangement has proven to be troublesome for many enthusiasts, many of whom have experienced premature wear or even failure of this part. ECS engineers have developed a permanent and elegant solution to this design oversight with the CNC-machined Aluminum Power Steering Pulley. The black-anodized piece is a direct replacement for the cheap factory part, allowing for the use of the factory belt and hardware.

Many E46 M3 owners have been eagerly waiting for a direct bolt-on oil cooler for their BMW. Daily drivers that are also tracked require this type of oil cooler. Drivers that live in hot climates or experience hotter summers will find the 25% increase in cooling capacity virtually a requirement for track days. Cooler oil means less thermal breakdown, which is better lubricated engine components improved fuel mileage from reducing heat soak. The Mishimoto kit includes all parts required for installation, including stainless steel lines, AN fittings, & oil filter housing adapters

It's no secret that the cooling systems on most BMW's are ticking time bombs; the weakness is largely due to the plastic build materials used on several components. Mishimoto is a very well known name in the performance community, due mainly to their high quality direct-fit aluminum radiators. The thicker design allows for 30% better cooling than stock, while the pressurized cooling system means less stress on other cooling components. Additionally, a complete aluminum design adds strength to the stock plastic areas known for cracking.

The alternator in your vehicle keeps the battery at full charge when your engine is running. Because all of your electronic systems run off of this small piece, it's important that it stay operational. If your lights are dim while driving or your battery dies within minutes of starting your car, it's time for a new alternator.

The F30 335i is essentially a luxury sports car, and it should have all the options to treat it as such. The twin scroll turbo N55 engine can be upgraded easily to out-perform most models in its class, but to control this beast you need the right brakes. BMW designed these performance retrofit brake kits with this in mind. Their flashy yet clean design shows that you mean business.

The BMW S62 engine still represents a truly stunning achievement in mechanical engineering, managing a horsepower-per liter ratio that stands as a performance benchmark even for today's manufacturers. This is one powerplant that absolutely must be serviced with BMW's strongly recommended oil, properly-functioning filters, and effective spark plugs. ECS assembled and genuine BMW Inspection II Service Kits both include an oil filter, cabin filter, air filter, fuel filter, and 8 spark plugs. Kits are also available that add 7 quarts of the correct Castrol TWS Edge Professional oil.

The Escort SmartMirror 2 is the essential all-in-one product for any driver, featuring turn by turn GPS, Bluetooth hands-free calling and multimedia support, a rearview camera, and touch screen display. What's truly special about this fully-loaded mirror is that it swiftly replaces your factory mirror, saving you from the ugly mess of electronics associated with other options. The SmartMirror comes with a built-in speaker, while also allowing for connectivity through an FM transmitter to be heard through your sound system for listening to bluetooth-streaming music.

Schwaben's reputation for producing highly reliable, finely crafted specialty tools is growing rapidly - consumers are beginning to see the extraordinary value behind the Schwaben name. Nowhere is the dependability and security associated with the Schwaben name more important than with their latest 3-Ton Aluminum Jack Stands. The all-aluminum stands feature heavy-duty flanged bases for exceptional stability, while the over-engineered .584" diameter load pin rigidly secures the post in six different positions for convenience and peace of mind.

With the seasons changing and the air bringing in a chill, its the sure sign that winter is right around the corner. The best way to cope with the cold is to make the best of it by engaging in winter activities, if you have a passion for skiing or snowboarding then RockyMounts is the way to go to load up your gear safely. The LiftOp ski and snowboard carrier works with oval, aero, round, rectangular, straight or slotted roof rack crossbars on all European vehicles. RockyMounts products will elevate your expectations for roof rack accessories.

ECS Black Out Grille Sets are distinguished by their full matte black ABS plastic construction. The design means that any chips or scratches on the grille will not reveal a white surface underneath black paint, as the parts are integrally black. Engineered to exact OEM dimensions for precise fitment into the BMW E82 1 series, the grilles are available in a carbon fiber-look or matte black finish.

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.

The engines in the E39 5 series are known for only one weakness, the cooling system. The ultimate assurance that you wont be left on the side of the road with an over heated engine is to refresh all the major components at the first sign of any failure. In most cases these engines will make it most of the life of the vehicle, meaning by this time there will be more wear and tare on these components than they were guaranteed. ECS created Cooling System Refresh Kits with varying levels of components for this very reason.

The engines in the E39 5 series are known for only one weakness, the cooling system. The ultimate assurance that you wont be left on the side of the road with an over heated engine is to refresh all the major components at the first sign of any failure. In most cases these engines will make it most of the life of the vehicle, meaning by this time there will be more wear and tare on these components than they were guaranteed. ECS created Cooling System Refresh Kits with varying levels of components for this very reason.

The engines in the E39 5 series are known for only one weakness, the cooling system. The ultimate assurance that you wont be left on the side of the road with an over heated engine is to refresh all the major components at the first sign of any failure. In most cases these engines will make it most of the life of the vehicle, meaning by this time there will be more wear and tare on these components than they were guaranteed. ECS created Cooling System Refresh Kits with varying levels of components for this very reason.