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Developed by the most distinguished experts of this industry, the Schwaben Professional Scan Tool is one of the most powerful aftermarket tools available for your European car. From simple trouble code reads/clears, service light resets, parking brake deactivation, recording live sensor data, to providing live data graphing; The Schwaben Professional Scan Tool does it all! Owning a Schwaben Scan Tool separates you from the average car enthusiast, empowering you with manufacturer-level diagnostic and analytic capabilities. Diagnose. Code. Adapt.

These sets of Alzor wheels will not only change the look of your vehicle, but also capture the attention of others. The modern styles wheels will give your car a sleek appearance that will keep people looking as you pass. Designed to bolt right up to your car, these wheels fit without any hassle. Of course, if you want to achieve an extreme look, don't forget to check out our large assortment of ECS Tuning wheel spacers and lug bolts.

Online ordering and Phone orders are still available as normal. Our sales and customer support staff are here in the building (though we are working remotely to do our part to help with social distancing). We do not expect any delays with shipping and we are ready to provide assistance with your orders. Feel free to call in, speak with one of our enthusiast experts, and find what you need for your next project. We are now offering Curbside Pickup at our facility in Wadsworth, Ohio.

Changing your Audi, BMW, or Volkswagen's oil on schedule ensures your engine will live a healthy and long operational life. While changing your oil might be straightforward, those who regularly do it themselves likely find the little annoyances that make it more trouble than it could be. With our new Schwaben Thread-In Oil Funnels, you can quickly thread this funnel into your oil filler cap for a hands-free and mess-free result when you pour in that new liquid gold. Make services easy for yourself and you'll begin to enjoy them even more!

Milltek's MINI offerings exude the engineering rigor and attention to detail that comes from years of experience developing prototype exhaust designs for race teams around the world. Every Milltek product is designed, tested, and manufactured in-house in the UK for the highest level of quality possible. Milltek's collaboration with ECS Tuning allows unprecedented access to these exceptional performance exhaust systems for your MINI that offers improved performance and more fun behind the wheel.

If you're looking to improve the handling of your MINI Cooper Rear Sway Bar this is the best place to start! These cars have more body roll than desired and the stock sway bar doesn't quite do enough for most owners to be satisfied. Larger diameter sway bars have a higher torsional spring rate which helps resist excessive body roll. By eliminating the excessive body roll and changing the stiffness of the sway bars front to rear, we can improve handling characteristics by reducing understeer and keep the tire in full contact with the ground. By upgrading to the ECS Tuning Solid Sway Bar, you will experience less body roll, and a massive improvement to the handling characteristics of your vehicle, with virtually no sacrifice in ride quality. Larger diameter than the stock ECS Red powder coated for great looks and corrosion resistance, comes with ECS Tuning sticker to place on the bar Polyurethane bushings - reduces flex at mount as compared to OEM rubber Includes silicone grease for bushing to be applied

The European market got all the good stuff from the factory, but that doesn't mean you can't have it too. Genuine European MINI tail lights with amber indicators give your MINI the OE-plus look. The Union Jack LED tail lights and the center turn signal lights offer the updated and coveted Euro style to set your USDM car apart.

ECS Exact-Fit/Tuner Motorsport stainless reinforced brake lines provide more confident and dependable stopping by maintaining consistent brake pressure, long lasting corrosion resistance, and increased protection from failure. Turner lines are blue and contain the low profile fittings on the ends. 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.

Last year, we sent VW Brand Ambassador Jamie Orr on a trip all across the country in a pre-production MK5 Sportwagen we affectionately called the Rallywagen where it ended in the Arctic Circle. This year we picked up a VW MK7 GTI and decided to build it here at ECS to debut at SEMA and then head South to drive all the way to the tip of South America on some of the most demanding roads. Rallywagen 2.0 was fully constructed in-house by our team of engineers.

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.

Take your MINI to its full potential with the legendary DINAN Products. With DINAN's unparalleled dedication to performance European vehicle tuning, you can expect the best in tuning for your beloved MINI.

This new generation of oil is made with a quality synthetic base and includes a molecular friction modifier for reduced friction and wear. It also glows under UV light so leaks can be easily traced! This unique oil contains a fluorescent green chemical friction modifier to smooth out hard metal surfaces, reducing overall engine wear and heat due to friction. Tests have shown a reduction in friction coefficient of as much as 15%! MolyGen oil is also a great choice for modern turbocharged engines which produce much more heat.

Milltek's MINI offerings exude the engineering rigor and attention to detail that comes from years of experience developing prototype exhaust designs for race teams around the world. Every Milltek product is designed, tested, and manufactured in-house in the UK for the highest level of quality possible. Milltek's collaboration with ECS Tuning allows unprecedented access to these exceptional performance exhaust systems for your MINI that offers improved performance and more fun behind the wheel.

Flushing brake fluid is a commonly overlooked maintenance service for most car owners. Fluid should be flushed every 1-2 years as a good service plan, however checking with the manufacturer's suggestions is best. A simple way to tell if the fluid is in need of a change is by looking at the color, new fluid will have a slight yellow hue while amber is the sign of a needed flush. Because brake fluid is hygroscopic, its designed to hold moisture away from the metal internals to prevent corrosion. Like a sponge the fluid can only hold so much moisture before becoming ineffective.

This outdoor white main color / black top / red mirrors car cover for your MINI will keep it protected from rain and snow. Form fitted to your MINI, this cover has a weather resistant outside material that will form fit while the under side wont scratch your MINI.

Just add an air compressor and this kit includes everything need to clean your N14/ N18 valves of carbon build up. One of the most common issues that causes performance loss in the N14/N18 is carbon build up, the carbon deposits build up in the intake tract right above the valve constricting airflow into the cylinder.

Intake port media blaster decarboning kit. This is the DIY (Do It Yourself) kit that will allow you to effectively clean and de-carbon the intake ports and intake valves on your MINI N14 or N18 Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, saving you hundreds of dollars over having this service done at the BMW dealer.

MINIs are not known for their subtlety, which is something Prior Design relied on when they developed their product line of body kits, flares, and other visual modifications that are big in Germany. Their exclusive partnership with us offers MINI owners like yourself the unique opportunity to jump on these race-inspired parts from some of the world's most renowned wide body kit experts.

This Air Lift Air Ride kit offers one touch ride height preset option. No more wrenches. No more tedious adjustments. This digital management kit puts all system controls inside the car, so you can make fast ride height adjustments while staying clean. Great for performance, dial in your ride with adjustable front and rear shocks. Go low for show; add lift for general driving or to clear obstructions. Laugh at speed bumps and dangerous driveway entrances.

Thanks to an extensive racing pedigree, with experience in GT, 24 Hours of Le Mans, Touring Car Championships, and many other demanding racing arenas, MOTON Suspension for your MINI is the most highly developed and race proven setup available. If you are looking for a more street drivable setup with the same standard of quality, AST lowering springs or coilovers are just what you need! With the same development strategy, but designed for less aggressive applications, you can experience a more performance oriented look and feel without being excessive.

Thanks to an extensive racing pedigree, with experience in GT, 24 Hours of Le Mans, Touring Car Championships, and many other demanding racing arenas, MOTON Suspension for your MINI is the most highly developed and race proven setup available. If you are looking for a more street drivable setup with the same standard of quality, AST lowering springs or coilovers are just what you need! With the same development strategy, but designed for less aggressive applications, you can experience a more performance oriented look and feel without being excessive.

A hearty exhaust note and added performance are like music to enthusiasts' ears. When it comes to picking the right exhaust for your MINI, though, not all choices are equal. Quality, tone, and performance from a trusted source for aftermarket parts are all important factors. The folks at Armytrix have been crafting exceptional exhaust systems for the MINI catalog with incredible success, making them one of the top manufacturers selected by other MINI enthusiasts.

Your MINI is built around the idea of a direct connection between driver and machine, something that acts as an extension of yourself and allows you to feel the road as you carve through the bends or clip cones in a parking lot. Making that feeling more direct is a natural improvement, which can, fortunately, be done with ease. A simple improvement to brake lines with Goodridge Stainless Steel Lines gives your brake pedal firm responsiveness that directly improves your stopping times and offers that connected experience you seek in a MINI.

NM Engineering Power Module is a device which easily allows most able person to upgrade the performance of their MINI Cooper engine without reducing the reliability or integrity of the engine, clutch, and driveline. This is the simplest and best alternative or option to chip tuning.

If you haven't yet experienced the sheer panic of seeing your temperature needle rise, it's because your thermostat housing hasn't cracked yet or you have proactively serviced the part to prevent that gut-punch feeling from ever happening to you. Be proactive with your service and replace your MINI's thermostat housing with our Bremmen unit, designed to be OEM-quality and to keep your MINI free of cooling problems.

Schwaben offers an extensive line of European specialty tools as well as standard tools to your collection. Its doesn't stop there, we even offer items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and mobility for both you and your tools. See our perfectly bundled hand tool kits that make an excellent addition to any tool box.

Want to do something bold? Bodacious, even? Check out the new 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 or titanium. 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.

When it comes to your regular car maintenance, nothing is more common than needing an oil change. Choosing the best oil for your car can often lead to a headache of opinions, so we always recommend sticking with your manufacturer's specific oil. Learning how to change your oil is an easy task for any just about any car owner, but the real trick is having the right tools for the job. Save yourself money for years to come with Schwaben! If you're not the "crawl under the car type", check out our Schwaben Fluid Extractor and Filler. This tool is amazing when it comes to oil changes.

Your MINI is a reflection of your personality, but sometimes you have to tweak the car a bit to fully make that representation of your attitude happen. While there were plenty of fantastic wheel choices offered, they might not fit your style. To change up the look and feel of your MINI, the biggest improvement you can make is in the wheel department. That's where we come in with our brand new Tekniform Wheels that offer the lightweight benefits of forged wheels with a more affordable price point to help you look the way you want with durable, stylish, and unique options now at ECS.

For your MINI, look no further than Forge Motorsport to supply you with their catalogue of piping for forced induction cars, high-performance coilovers, and performance brakes. Thanks to their years of experience in developing, designing, and racing, their products are tested and proven to improve the driving experience and durability over factory components. With Forge Motorsport you can expect quality parts and an unbeatable limited lifetime warranty so you can enjoy modifying your car with peace of mind.