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We wanted another SUV but, we didn�t want to sacrifice fun for something bigger. Power, functionality, and uniqueness were all requirements for the SUV addition to our fleet. The E70 X5M not only meets all those requirements but exceeds them. From only minor modifications, this X5 makes absurd power for an SUV in the best way possible. The E70 X5M is a versatile daily driver that can tow like a tank, has lots of room for activities, and gives plenty of 'performance' cars a run for their money, just the way we like it.

I wanted an N54-powered BMW since they came out in 2007. In 2017, I hunted for a manual with AWD. Initially, I decided to keep the car stock, but that didn't last. First came MHD software, then intake and exhaust mods to add a bit more power. Soon after, I found the stepped intercooler, which fits behind the bumper and looks OEM. When my stock turbos started leaking oil, I opted for the largest OEM-location turbos I could without going for a big single turbo and have maxed out the stock injectors. Now, what was supposed to be a stock 335xi dynos at 568whp. Oops.

The M340i powered by the already legendary B58 twin-turbo is a luxury performance commuter dream. With these cars now widely available, we've been hard at work developing a full complement of upgrades that help bring performance to the surface of the M340i and unlock its full potential. This test mule is what we used to long-term test upgrades like our B58 intake, coilovers, front lip, rear spoiler, and more coming soon! Find everything we've done to our M340i right here so you can follow our guide to make your G20 everything it can be.

Our very own shop F82 M4 sports a host of upgrades we've developed using this platform as a test mule that help take this already impressive performance coupe and make it an absolute weapon. Our M4 also features upgrades from Forge Motorsport, KW, BBS, and Turner Motorsport that transform the visual appearance and performance into a blistering M-Car worthy of respect. These cars offer tons of potential thanks to the twin-turbo straight-six under the hood, all you have to do is make a few choice upgrades just like us. Everything we've done is listed here so you can do the same!

Tommy Lilly, our Director of Sales for ECS, daily drives a perfectly set up F10 535i that expertly blends the luxury and performance elements that BMW intended with this executive sedan. His F10 features modest improvements to performance and looks with H&R Sport springs, a Magnaflow touring exhaust, rear spoiler, aFe intake, and Turner Motorsport software tune for more power, more aggressive looks, and an overall more enjoyable commute.

Rubber bushings, fixed trailing arms, and tons of deflection in your BMW suspension makes it comfortable to drive daily if you are just an owner, but enthusiasts, especially those who want to spend time on the track, need more competitive suspension. With Turner Motorsport’s track tested suspension upgrades, you can use the same technology proven by one of the most successful BMW racing teams in America to improve your BMW’s cornering and handling.

Rubber bushings, fixed trailing arms, and tons of deflection in your BMW suspension makes it comfortable to drive daily if you are just an owner, but enthusiasts, especially those who want to spend time on the track, need more competitive suspension. With Turner Motorsport’s track tested suspension upgrades, you can use the same technology proven by one of the most successful BMW racing teams in America to improve your BMW’s cornering and handling.

Rubber bushings, fixed trailing arms, and tons of deflection in your BMW suspension makes it comfortable to drive daily if you are just an owner, but enthusiasts, especially those who want to spend time on the track, need more competitive suspension. With Turner Motorsport’s track tested suspension upgrades, you can use the same technology proven by one of the most successful BMW racing teams in America to improve your BMW’s cornering and handling.

Rubber bushings, fixed trailing arms, and tons of deflection in your BMW suspension makes it comfortable to drive daily if you are just an owner, but enthusiasts, especially those who want to spend time on the track, need more competitive suspension. With Turner Motorsport’s track tested suspension upgrades, you can use the same technology proven by one of the most successful BMW racing teams in America to improve your BMW’s cornering and handling.

With a high-strung S54 inline six under the hood, a manual 6-speed transmission, LSD rear end, and competent suspension, the E46 M3 is a great platform out of the box. That isn’t to say it can’t be improved, however, which is exactly what we did. Below, we’ve listed everything we upgraded on the M3 before it was delivered to the lucky new owner who is surely enjoying our tasteful upgrades provided by our partners that help bring out the full potential of this incredible machine.

This is the Audi 8V A3 we gave away with the help of Bilstein, LIQUI MOLY, Rotiform, Milltek Sport, and so many other lovely partners who helped us create the ultimate version of the platform. Find everything we added to make this A3 incredible right here to take inspiration from our build and apply it to yours!

The E90 M3 was the last naturally-aspirated generation to bear the M-badge with its S65 V8 stuffed between the strut towers. Sporting a manual transmission, eight cylinders of Bavarian fury, and a luxurious interior, the E90 M3 is an enthusiast's daily driver dream car. Our development test mule has received a host of upgrades we designed for the platform and continues to improve daily as we add more to the list of performance and visual improvements available for the platform. Find all the upgrades we've made to our M3 right here!

What began as a simple test to measure the viability of introducing turbocharged engines back into their lineup, the N54-powered 335i became the foundation of BMW's new approach to squeezing power from inline engines. Our 335i, like many enthusiast-owned N54-powered BMWs, sports some hardcore performance engine and suspension upgrades that help bring the power up well above 550WHP. How did we do it? With our own in-house designed performance upgrades tested on this particular E92! If you're looking to make the most out of yours, you can find just what we upgraded right here.

On your E90, E91, E92, or E93, your rear toe arms are fixed. This is fine for your BMW if your suspension is stock, but as soon as you lower it, you are going to be out of spec. With the new Turner Motorsport Rear Adjustable Toe Arms, you can bring you suspension settings back into spec even with an extremely lowered vehicle. These arms are critical if you want to maximize the effectiveness of your BMW�s handling and prevent premature wear.

BMW’s legendary turbocharged engines like the F2X/F3X N55 are capable of incredible power with simple bolt-ons, make incredible turbo noises, and offer that unbeatable straight-six smoothness. However, they have more than one Achilles heel: the crank hub tends to back out, the drive belt likes to suck itself into the front main seal, and the oil filter housing tends to be incontinent. That’s why we’ve put together F2X/F3X N55 Bulletproof Kits for your BMW! Make sure your turbocharged BMW stays safe at any power level for years with our carefully selected protection kits.

BMW’s legendary turbocharged engines like the S55 are capable of incredible power with simple bolt-ons, make incredible turbo noises, and offer that unbeatable straight-six smoothness. However, they have more than one Achilles heel: the crank hub tends to back out, the drive belt likes to suck itself into the front main seal, and the oil filter housing tends to be incontinent. That’s why we’ve put together S55 Bulletproof Kits for your BMW! Make sure your turbocharged BMW stays safe at any power level for years with our carefully selected protection kits.

BMW’s legendary turbocharged engines like the E9X N55 are capable of incredible power with simple bolt-ons, make incredible turbo noises, and offer that unbeatable straight-six smoothness. However, they have more than one Achilles heel: the crank hub tends to back out, the drive belt likes to suck itself into the front main seal, and the oil filter housing tends to be incontinent. That’s why we’ve put together E9X N55 Bulletproof Kits for your BMW! Make sure your turbocharged BMW stays safe at any power level for years with our carefully selected protection kits.

BMW’s legendary turbocharged engines like the N54 are capable of incredible power with simple bolt-ons, make incredible turbo noises, and offer that unbeatable straight-six smoothness. However, they have more than one Achilles heel: the crank hub tends to back out, the drive belt likes to suck itself into the front main seal, and the oil filter housing tends to be incontinent. That’s why we’ve put together N54 Bulletproof Kits for your BMW! Make sure your turbocharged BMW stays safe at any power level for years with our carefully selected protection kits.

Give your BMW incredible stopping power with BMW Performance calipers from the 135i performance braking package. With Genuine BMW rotors and OE Textar pads. Brake harder with less brake fade with floating euro rotors and 6-piston BMW Performance calipers. Brake bias will not be dramatically affected. For track applications, a more aggressive rear pad is recommended. Most 17” wheels will clear these calipers. The four (4) longer bolts pictured will come attached to the OEM caliper carrier. This carrier must be removed and replaced with the new carrier.

Turner's in-house engineering designed a skid plate to protect your oil cooler from these unfortunate situations while maintaining factory aerodynamics and fitment. The idea was to design something much stronger yet that still keeps the weight to a minimum. The Turner skid plate weighs slightly more than the plastic OE piece, making the Turner plate the lightest metal option on the market.

Turners line of BMW performance parts combines, high quality, great value, and most importantly, superior performance that will allow you to dial in your ride to suit your driving style and allow your BMW to live up to its full potential. These wheel spacers will help you perfect the fitment of your BMW, and ECS Tuning has a full line of wheel bolts and studs to complete the package.

Stock rubber front control arm bushings are designed to allow significant fore/aft movement of the front wheels to help absorb road impacts. This soft flexible design maximizes daily driving comfort and helps to add the “luxury” feeling to your vehicle, but it is far from ideal for the performance or racing enthusiast that is looking for optimal handling and braking performance.

Doing a cooling system refresh, or just replacing worn out and soft old hoses? Why settle for stock when you can get the added life and heat tolerance of silicone hoses? Retains OEM fitment without the OEM hose flaws, silicone will resist breaking down and getting soft as coolant heat cycles and will last longer than the OEM rubber hoses.

Upgrade the exterior styling on your BMW E46 M3 with the Turner In-House designed and engineered Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser. Using all factory mounting locations, this diffuser is a direct bolt-on upgrade that can be installed in minutes. Featuring a deep profile, an aggressive fin design, and hand-laid 2x2 pre-preg carbon fiber, this exclusive design from Turner Motorsport will be sure to turn heads!

Our bushings provide a more enhanced driving experience by removing unwanted movement from the driveline. By eliminating the drivetrain deflection that factory rubber bushings permit, throttle response is improved, and the tendency for a car to “Wheel Hop” is significantly reduced. Featuring a tough 95A Durometer Red Polyurethane, and Black Anodized 6061-T6 aluminum Sleeve, our Performance Polyurethane Differential Bushings are more resistant to chemicals, road salt, and general wear and tear than factory rubber bushings, resulting in a longer life span.

On your E8X, your rear toe arms are fixed. This is fine for your BMW if your suspension is stock, but as soon as you lower it, you are going to be out of spec. With the new Turner Motorsport Rear Adjustable Toe Arms, you can bring you suspension settings back into spec even with an extremely lowered vehicle. These arms are critical if you want to maximize the effectiveness of your BMW�s handling and prevent premature wear.

On your E90, E91, E92, or E93, your rear toe arms are fixed. This is fine for your BMW if your suspension is stock, but as soon as you lower it, you are going to be out of spec. With the new Turner Motorsport Rear Adjustable Toe Arms, you can bring you suspension settings back into spec even with an extremely lowered vehicle. These arms are critical if you want to maximize the effectiveness of your BMW’s handling and prevent premature wear.

As these vehicles age, the differential bushings tend to show signs of stress and deterioration resulting in bushing deflection and excess drivetrain movement. The differential sits directly between your gas pedal and the wheels, so these bushings play a critical role in the responsiveness of your drivetrain. Our performance bushings are constructed of firm yet responsive 95A polyurethane and feature anodized aluminum center sleeves.

Fast steering response, precise handling, and correct suspension geometry in your lowered BMW are all aspects of a true performance car that are distinctly missing from the factory suspension parts in your E36 or E46. The experts at Turner Motorsport have a real solution for those of you who want all that and more out of your BMW. We are now proud to introduce the Turner Motorsport Quick Steer and Angle Kits for your BMW to help you kill it on the street and track with confidence.

When these bushings go bad, it causes sloppy throttle actuation, and can cause binding of the throttle linkage, which can put you in a dangerous situation. Replace Turner bushings on your throttle linkages when they show wear or cracks.