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The importance of your cabin air quality is an often overlooked maintenance requirement. Just like your engine needs clean and fresh air to perform properly, you need to breathe uncontaminated air in order to maintain your focus and concentration behind the wheel! MANN-FILTER cabin air filters are incredibly high-quality. With their overwhelming success in performance engine air filters, oil filters, and more, MANN-FILTERS is a well-trusted source of filtration equipment. Make sure you choose quality when it comes to your air! Choose MANN-FILTERS for your MINI.

Why would you drill holes into your perfectly good front bumper? Avoid drilling holes in your bumper by using the ECS modular tow hook mount system. The ECS Tow Hook Mounting System doesn’t require drilling. This system mounts to your tow hook receptacle allowing you to attach a license plate, action camera, or even a tow hook! Simply add or remove accessories without damaging your car.

Revive your engine with a performance turbo. Use this as a bolt-on repair option for a failed turbo, or as a direct-fit performance upgrade. The FrankenTurbo F21M hybrid turbo gives you the option of running the turbo upgrade on your stock tune or upgrading your tune for a more powerful experience. Use it alone or as part of a complete performance upgrade. It's alive!

The fuel filter in your vehicle is essential for cleaning the fuel before it gets to the engine. These filters will need replaced at some point in the life of the car. Most people forget these even exist and then its too late when they find fuel starvation issues from a clogged filter. In addition to fuel filters we offer the right tools for the job. Unlike a screwdriver, punches, and other multi-use tools the Schwaben Fuel filter Lock Ring Tool securely attaches to the fuel pump lock ring allowing easy removal and servicing of your fuel filter.

Engine service doesn't have to be a headache. With the right tools, every job becomes an enjoyable way to bond with your car. We are proud to offer the Schwaben Serpentine Tensioner Tool for making that drive belt service a breeze! Not only are they specially designed to work with your specific tensioner, but they make accessing the tensioner easier, giving you more time to enjoy your car and less time under the hood! Get your set of tensioner tools from Schwaben!

When it comes to upgrading your car, there are almost endless numbers of changes and additions you can make to improving your vehicle. But where do you start in the sea of parts and manufacturers? Begin your build with ECS Tuning in-house designed performance parts! Every ECS performance part is designed, engineered, tested, and produced with quality, functionality, and styling in mind as our three chief concerns. When you are ready to improve your European performance car's power output, brakes, or looks, choose ECS performance components.

2017 was a fast-paced year of exciting new developments for performance upgrades designed to improve the feel of your MINI. All our new accessories can be traced back to support from you, our loyal community. with your input and enthusiasm, we have been able to provide quality parts MINI enthusiasts and will continue to do so moving into 2018. We would like to say Happy New Year to all of you for helping us make these upgrades, and wish you all the very best this year! So grab some new parts, and start making something incredible.

Modern day emission regulations require the use of a closed PCV / Breather system to recirculate combustion blow-by gases for cleaner operation and to reduce greenhouse gases. However, due to inefficient capturing of oil particles within the air charge, a dense amount of oil vapor is allowed to be ingested within the intake tract causing deposits of carbon buildup at the intake ports, back of intake valves and oil deposits within the intake plumbing. All will eventually lead to poor performance, reduced fuel economy and a decreasing octane rating.

Milltek's MINI offerings exude the engineering rigor and attention to detail that comes from experience, developing prototype exhaust designs for race teams throughout the world. Every single Milltek product offering is designed and manufactured in-house in the UK. Milltek tests each system on their own dynamometer through many miles of subjective analysis, fine-tuning each component of each system for its specific application. Milltek's collaboration with ECS Tuning allows unprecedented access to these exceptional performance exhaust systems.

ECS has tons of options for surprising the enthusiasts in your life this Christmas. With gift options up to $100, you can even get something for that hard to shop for family member you know they will love! Bring home the stuff they really want this Holiday season with ECS Gift Ideas!

ECS has tons of options for surprising the enthusiasts in your life this Christmas. With gift options under $50, you can bring some ECS gifts to that secret Santa requirement at your Car Club Christmas party! Get the best gifts without breaking the bank. Bring home the stuff they really want this Holiday season with ECS Gift Ideas!

These are all-in-one kits that take the guesswork out of what you really need to keep your MINI performing at its best. From full Cooling System Refreshes, Oil Service Kits, to Automatic Transmission Services kits. Meticulously picked by ECS Tuning specialists, Assembled by ECS kits give you the peace of mind that the job is complete.

The stock set up diveter valve limits the amount of turbo noise you can hear. It's for this reason that ECS now supplies an unparalleled range of superb Performance products from Torque Solutions with their well-known blow off valve adapter. We now carry Torque Solution blow off valves adapters, lower engine mounts, and boost taps to complete your MINI.

Diverter valves live in a tough neighborhood. By definition, diverter valves limit turbo boost, and in most cases eventually fail due to a pin hole sized tear in the valve diaphragm. It's for this reason that ECS now supplies an unparalleled range of superb Performance Diverter & Blow Off Valves. All of the most prominent brands are represented - TurboSmart, ALTA, Forge, GFB, and HKS kits all feature boost-hardy internals tough enough to take the pressure without blowing their lids. Each unit works and plays well with your MINI Cooper N14 engine management system.

Carista is a smartphone app that allows you to diagnose, customize, and service your MINI. Diagnose: Check your MINI's health and report any stored faults. Access manufacturer-specific diagnostics, clear fault codes and reset your CEL. Customize: Personalize the behavior of your MINI’s windows, lights and more, with a click of a button. Service: With Carista’s DIY tools, resetting your service indicator, or checking your launch control count becomes a 1-click action. Engage: Simply plug in the Carista dongle and download the app subscription from your play store.

We have selected handfuls of products to feature and reduced their price for this one time sale. Deals like this go quick, so act soon or risk missing out.

When will you have the chance again to say you bought a brand new A3 for $50? We don't know when the next chance will be but we can tell you that right now every $50 you spend enters you for a chance to win the ECS Tuning A3 which we have extensively modified with a host of top notch sponsors to create the ultimate A3. Get as many entries as you can for the best chance to win! The deadline is Nov 3, so hurry up and secure your victory!

We have selected handfuls of products to feature and reduced their price for this one time sale. Deals like this go quick, so act soon or risk missing out.

GEOMET® premium brake rotors start with quality materials and precision ECS machining. That would be enough for most of us, but it is only the beginning. To prevent brake pad deposits for better braking, select a slotted ECS GEOMET® rotor. Slotting cleans the pads by moving water, gases, and contaminants away from the pad/rotor contact surface. To prevent rust pitting and corrosion damage, ECS GEOMET® rotors are bathed in a special water-based solution, then heated to cure the coating and remove all oil residue remaining from the manufacturing process.

Modern day emission regulations require the use of a closed PCV / Breather system to recirculate combustion blow-by gasses for cleaner operation and to reduce greenhouse gasses. Due to inefficient capturing of oil particles within the air charge, a dense amount of oil vapor is allowed to be ingested within the intake tract causing deposits of carbon buildup at the intake ports, back of intake valves and oil deposits within the intake plumbing. All will eventually lead to poor performance, reduced fuel economy and a decreasing octane rating.

Automotive electrical work demands patience, knowledge, & above all else, the correct tools. European car owners oftentimes find themselves using ineffective, dangerous, & cumbersome methods when repairing or replacing wiring harness connectors. Schwaben's latest release, the 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 release.

ECS now offers V2 Spec D LED daytime running lights for your MINI R55/R56/R57/R58/R59, designed to look like the later Gen 3 F56/F55 MINI OEM HID Projector headlights. These headlights feature high impact plastic lenses with a matte black, black chrome, or chrome LED DRL housings. Sets are available for cars equipped with factory halogen headlights. Halogen Headlight H11 Projector bulbs and LED lower signal bulbs are included. Brighter H11 options are available below by Ziza.

Modern-day emission regulations require the use of a closed PCV/Breather system to recirculate combustion blow-by gases for cleaner operation and to reduce greenhouse gases. However, due to inefficient capturing of oil particles within the air charge, a dense amount of oil vapor is allowed to be ingested within the intake tract causing deposits of carbon buildup at the intake ports, back of intake valves and oil deposits within the intake plumbing. All will eventually lead to poor performance, reduced fuel economy and a decreasing octane rating.

ECS Exact-Fit stainless reinforced brake lines provide more confident and dependable stopping by maintaining consistent brake pressure, long lasting corrosion resistance, and increased protection from failure. Even when new, factory style fabric mesh lined rubber hoses are prone to expand under the pressure of hard braking; whether it be highway panic stops or threshold braking at the track. ECS lines are braided with stainless steel mesh, which resists expansion. The result is a firmer and more direct pedal feel for your MINI Cooper.

If you have ever been halfway into a DIY and realized you are missing a specific tool, then you know how frustrating not having the correct tool for the job can be. Even worse is having one that doesn't do the job correctly! Our Schwaben Hand Tools are there to help you finish the job the right way the first time. Don't get caught without the right equipment: save on your Schwaben Hand Tools now with our Partstoberfest Sale!

While changing your own oil gives you the confidence of knowing your vehicle and how to address its basic needs, using inappropriate parts and fluids will soon prove to be counterproductive and damaging. The wisest and most thorough approach is to invest in a complete Oil Service Kit. ECS-assembled and genuine MINI Oil Service Kits have been scrutinized by our in-house engineers so you can back up that confidence of having done the job on your own.

Reduce suspension movement for increased traction and stability! With these arms (links) you may easily adjust rear toe, which keeps tire wear at bay and to replace the factory bushings with durable grease fitted bushings mounts that offer more duration. If you've lowered your vehicle more than stock, these may be required to bring the rear toe angles into specification. These arms may be used in conjunction with rear camber arms for full adjustablility in the rear on lowered vehicles. These are serviceable with integrated grease fitting on each bushing for easy maintenance.

Don't let a tough project stop you in your tracks! Get the right tool for the job with Schwaben Hand Tools from ECS. Tools you can depend on, designed to put the DIY power in your hands, and ready to tackle general and specific jobs, Schwaben Tools are ready to make themselves at home in your garage.

When the going gets tough sometimes the only tool you want is a good hammer. The Schwaben hammers are built for a lifetime of use from top quality materials. The Ball Peen hammers feature a drop forged steel heads and ergonomic handles giving you accurate striking punches and chisels. The 36-oz Dead Blow hammer is designed with steel shot inside head, delivering a stronger force and at the same time prevents any rebound. For when maximum force is needed with minimal rebound.

Forge specializing in the design and manufacture of premium quality valves, intercoolers, and hoses, are the go-to choice for discriminating motorists who demand consistent turbo performance and hassle-free durability. Now they offer even more for your MINI with the introduction of two new items. One is the adjustable tie bars used in the MINI Challenge Race Series for Gen 1 and Gen 2 MINIs which contains Powerflex Poly Bushings. The other is the delete pipe specifically made to bypass the Gen 2 MINI Cooper S/JCW noise maker. A leader in MINI performance parts.