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Shouldn't you have confidence in your car's battery? With NorthStar and OPTIMA batteries, corrosion is no longer a problem and you can be sure the power will be there when you turn the key. Thanks to NorthStar's thinner plates with more surface area and lack of additives in the pure lead, these batteries are designed to have faster charging, higher power density, longer life, and virtually no internal grid growth! NorthStar batteries virtually never experience catastrophic failure!

With the Tune2air Bluetooth Adapter for your vehicle, you no longer have to struggle with outdated wires tethering your phone or media device to your head unit. With hands-free integration to your native steering wheel controls and an easy installation, you can update that non-bluetooth equipped head unit with Tune2air and ditch the aux cord for good!

Wagner engineers have increased the intercooler core size and efficiency, as well as improved the end tank design to remove any OEM bottlenecks. This is resulting in increased flow rating and charge cooling properties. These intercoolers come with a black finish aluminum with a "Tube Fin" Intercooler core which includes turbulators in a stepped design. ECS now offers a Wagner Tuning intercooler from Germany for your Gen 2 N18-powered Cooper S/JCW, giving you the largest horse power / torque gains without a ECU tune.

Don’t let an aging cooling system keep you from enjoying your MINI the way it was meant to be driven. Proper function is maintained by regularly replacing coolant, housings, and hoses in order to prevent leaks or corrosion that cause overheating and dreaded head-gasket issues. Make sure your cooling system is doing its job by performing the proper maintenance repairs with our assembled kits.

ZippeeShades are developed exclusively for the MINI Cooper equipped with a Dual Factory Sunroofs. Newly redesigned with UV resistant black fabric on one side and reflective silver on the other side. Their latest version has thicker and wider fabric, larger suction cups and metal grommets. Simply unfold each shade and attach the suction cups directly to the sunroof. Once installed, you can simply leave the shade in place and open your sunroof without fear of it blowing away.

Using our premium oil service kits ensure that your MINI gets the best service possible, and allows you to extend the change intervals of your engine oil. If you are serious about maintaining your car, then our ECS Tuning Premium Oil Service Kits are for you. For a limited time only, receive a FREE bottle of Redline Water Wetter with any Assembled by ECS Redline Oil Service Kit.

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the tool 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.

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Buam Tools has the tool 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.

Bald tires? Curbed wheels? Start the season right with some clean new wheels and fresh rubber. Everything you need to mount on the car and drive - while skipping the trip to the tire shop! Some of the most famous styles of MINI genuine wheels from individual 16" R90's to full sets of 18" R113's redlines that are ready to bolt on.

Shop now and get ECS Performance Components for your MINI. The ECS STP's are machined from 15mm thick 6061-T6 aluminum, ECS Strut Tower Plate Kits eliminate the prospect of tower mushrooming while improving chassis rigidity. All ECS MINI spacers are aluminum and are black anodized for corrosion protection. Kits come with correct-length black lug bolts.

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.

This Maxton Design front splitter, side skirt diffuser, and rear splitters will give your vehicle a performance/motorsport look in a matter of minutes. These pieces are made of durable ABS plastic and also includes all installation instructions and hardware needed for a quick install. They come in two finishes to fit your needs from a standard textured black to a high gloss jet black. Set yourself apart from other MINIs with these rare body design extensions!

Avoid finding yourself without a key trim fastener - stock up for good with the Vaico BMW/MINI Fastener Assortment Kit. Designed with the DIY enthusiast or body shop in mind, this assortment comes stocked with clips for fender liners, interior trim, and body moldings, all in a convenient storage case. An extremely convenient kit for the discriminating MINI owner, you can now achieve a factory-perfect look instead of leaving crucial interior elements out of sorts.

Before your next stop light liftoff, add a space age digital system monitor to your cockpit. P3 Gauges Vent Integrated Digital Interface is a plug-and-play data display that "fits like factory," in easy view of the pilot seat. Pop it on and plug it into your car's onboard diagnostic connector. Then scroll through critical vehicle parameters and monitor manifold pressure, system temperatures, and other vital stats. No programming, coding, cutting, or splicing.

We've all been in that helpless position when your car dies and there's no one around to help. What if you had a tool to remedy being stranded with a dead battery? Something so small it fits in your glovebox. The Schwaben Micro Jump Start Kit is the remedy, the days of looking for cable and another car to jump from are over. As a bonus, it even works as a phone charger for those days where both your car and phone are both drained.

ECS Tuning lets you tweak your stance or just give your wheels enough space to clear larger brake calipers. These spacers are engineered and tested in-house to fit your MINI perfectly. Choose from our huge inventory of spacers sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. Our unique design allows our spacers to remain hub-centric, even down to the 3mm size. All ECS MINI spacers are black anodized aluminum for corrosion protection. Kits come with correct-length black lug bolts.

With the prohibition of the steel tow ring in multiple racing series, a new more close-quarter racing friendly solution was needed. Introducing the Turner Motorsport Poly Tow Straps! These polyester tow straps are the best tow strap available for the modern MINI chassis. Using a heavy-duty, chemical-resistant polyester strap webbed around a stainless steel stud. This design allows for tow hooks to grab onto it without hitting your bumper. If you are racing your MINI, a Turner Motorsport Poly Tow Strap is a must have track accessory.

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 carry 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.

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Buam Tools has the tool 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.

If you are a performance-minded enthusiast looking to save weight wherever possible or just want a set of very high-quality wheel bolts that won't rust, ECS Titanium Wheel Bolts are exactly what you need. ECS Titanium Wheel Bolts are 50% lighter than steel bolts of the same size, thus reducing rotational mass on the vehicle. They are CNC'd from annealed titanium alloy and when tested to class 10.9 fastener proof load requirements, they showed no signs of fatigue or failure.

M7speed was there for MINI in the beginning and is your trusted source for MINI aftermarket performance parts available at ECS Tuning! M7speed offers intakes, supercharger pulleys, underdrive pulleys, end links, suspension reinforcement and much more. They have been at the forefront of MINI with proven designs for the track and street, along with great attractive add ons.

Don't let a tough project stop you in your tracks! Get the right tool for the job with Schwaben 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.

By now, sun and the elements have undoubtedly taken their toll on your MINI's cowl covers. Once a dark matte black finish, they have probably faded to gray, requiring constant attention to keep them looking good. Both sides of this cowl cover are more than a styling statement; one has a built-in access panel to the brake fluid reservoir, and the other has an integrated battery cover.

Gift cards are perfect for the big guy, that way it makes it easy for him to choose a tool he's had is eye on or finds one he didn't even know about. He might have a repair he's been waiting to get to work on. He might need a new part for his project in the garage. Whatever it is, the ECS gift card will get him exactly what he wants. Happy Father's Day

3D Design is focused on high-quality styling components that allow you to personalize the look of your MINI. Inspired by European tuning trends and Japan's unique VIP tuning style, their wide range of lips, diffusers, side skirts, and spoilers are made from high-quality urethane or super light, super strong prepreg dry carbon and install easily to your factory bumpers and skirts to offer an understated, aggressive performance look. Set your MINI apart from the crowd with this wide variety of components from 3D Design, now available at ECS Tuning.

We've all been in that helpless position when your car dies and there's no one around to help. What if you had a tool to remedy being stranded with a dead battery? Something so small it fits in your glovebox. The Schwaben Micro Jump Start Kit is the remedy, the days of looking for cable and another car to jump from are over. As a bonus, it even works as a phone charger for those days where both your car and phone are both drained. Also, check out other various battery charging products so you don't get stranded this winter!

Have you noticed a loss of power or reduced fuel economy in your MINI lately? It could be that you are due for a carbon blasting inside your engine. This kit is exactly what you need to tackle the service that is otherwise often a costly expense from a dealership. Our Carbon Blaster Kit allows you to safely and easily clean your MINI N14 engine and perform this necessary service right at home.

It's hard not to appreciate the powerful, aggressive appearance of a wide-stanced performance car; it's the look that forces enthusiasts to take your ride seriously. The effect is typically accomplished with flared fenders and over-sized wheels, requiring increased fender clearance. The Schwaben fender roller tool is easy to use, priced right and increases fender clearance while maintaining a factory-fresh look. Kits are available that include a heat gun to keep your finish from stress cracking, & a finishing tool to form the inner fender lip for a professional-quality

Want to do something bold? Bodacious, even? Check out the line of 3M 1080 Series Vinyl Wrap. Add texture and style to interior and exterior surfaces by applying these durable adhesive backed films to body panels or trim. Want variety? Channel Darth Vader with gloss black or carbon fiber, or go sci-fi-starship with brushed aluminum. Buy rolls five feet wide in lengths from one to 20 feet. Hi-tech look. Low tech installation. User-friendly and easy to apply using simple tools, 3M 1080 vinyl lets anyone get professional results on the first try.

Since the early 2000s, Racing Dynamics has built a reputation for improving the performance & styling of MINIs with high-quality parts that maximize your car's potential without detracting from MINI's goal of seamlessly combining luxury & performance. ECS is proud to offer this legendary brand, starting with full line of accessories that will tighten up your handling & make your MINI even more unique. Built to exacting standards, these parts have stood the test of time. See what's in a name with Racing Dynamics suspension and accessory parts for your MINI.