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The BMW E30 3 series has been a favorite of enthusiasts for nearly 30 years. An easy and highly effective way to bring performance-oriented, premium-looking design elements to your E30's interior is through a steering wheel upgrade. Featuring black trim, the M-Tech II leather steering wheel adds a motorsports feel, giving your interior trim a better look and feel.

The grille for the B8 A5 was designed with a European-style front license plate in mind. For the North American market, an out of place license plate bracket had to be fitted within the existing Euro plate holder. ECS has two Front Plate Filler options to restore Audi's original design. Choose from Satin Black or Glossy Black with Chrome Strips - both parts restore the clean lines of the A5's grille. And because the plate fillers are genuine VW/Audi parts, fitment and quality match the rest of the vehicle.

The most recognizable feature of the latest generation VW/Audi engines is the updated coil pack design. The new arrangement has been proven on supercars like the R8 and and RS7, as well as the hyper-luxurious S8, and now your VW can enjoy this same aesthetic effect. The stage I ECS Conversion Kit includes everything needed to bring the updated coils to your MKIV Golf/GTI: four new coil packs, a 2.0T Coil Pack Conversion Plate (3 color options) and all required stainless steel hardware.

Ready to blow off a little steam? Get Forge under your hood. Stock diverter valves just can't handle significant performance upgrades. Forge machined alloy diverter valves are engineered with increased manifold boost pressure in mind, giving you peace of mind when adding performance upgrades. The BMW E9X diverter valve is fully tunable for both boost-holding capacity and response using Forge's proprietary interchangeable springs and shims. Featuring an aluminum housing, the faster-responding unit also works and plays well with engine management systems.

Typically, OEM replacement parts are more desirable than aftermarket parts to the average car enthusiast. Occasionally though, technological advances in parts manufacturing make an aftermarket part much more sensible & a wise choice. Uro replacement tail light lenses are molded in color, not painted - dramatically increasing the life of the color. Newer injection molding technology has also been used to create these lenses, resulting in superior color consistency compared to OEM. ECS offers real chrome-rimmed lenses for '69-'72 models & rich black-rimmed lenses for '73-'89 models.

Adding performance styling upgrades to your F30 3 Series requires careful consideration and taste to pull off without looking tacky and out of place. Genuine BMW Performance parts are made for your specific model by BMW guaranteeing enduring appeal and unmatched taste. M Performance Stainless Steel Pedals are simple upgrades that yield a huge gain in performance styling. Available for both automatic and manual transmissions, genuine BMW pedal upgrades are an easy way to bring authentic motorsports tradition to your interior.

The BMW N54 engine relies heavily on adequate boost pressure to make its impressive power figures. Without a properly functioning boost/vacuum system, power loss, acceleration hesitation, and decreased fuel economy are all likely consequences. For this particular engine, a common source of boost leaks is the boost solenoid, oftentimes bleeding off pressure so badly that the car struggles to accelerate. ECS offers genuine OEM and Pierburg Boost Solenoid/Pressure Converters for the E8X 135i, swiftly taking care of this grisly prospect.

Nothing could be finer than a Bremmen cargo liner in your Audi. Made of a flexible, easy-to-clean vinyl, these mats are tailored to fit like a glove in your Q5. The tough mat material is flexible, and cleans easily with soap and water. The raised perimeter lip contains liquid spills that would otherwise ruin your interior carpeting. As an added benefit, the rectangular center section is covered in a soft textured vinyl that protects delicate cargo, and keeps flat items from shifting when you corner.

Whenever working on your car's interior or disassembling interior or trunk components to access exterior body parts, it's not uncommon to break or lose various fasteners and clips. Reinstallation becomes a hack job, with interior panels and linings hanging unsecured. ECS now offers a single kit including the most common clips and fasteners used on your VW, allowing you to restore unsecured parts to factory - and better prepare for your next project.

Whenever working on your car's interior or disassembling interior or trunk components to access exterior body parts, it's not uncommon to break or lose various fasteners and clips. Reinstallation becomes a hack job, with interior panels and linings hanging unsecured. ECS now offers a single kit including the most common clips and fasteners used on your VW, allowing you to restore unsecured parts to factory - and better prepare for your next project.

A distinct feature of the German automotive ideology is the preservation of austerity and simplicity alongside radical performance innovations. Visual indications of excesses in power and handling are few and subtle. The R treatment of the A3 exterior includes the patented widebody stance, engorged air intakes, and, most discreetly, a sharper mesh grille. Transfer your old Audi rings to the ECS RS Mesh Style Grille, a direct replacement for the stock A3 unit. The unmistakable R look immediately brings your Audi to another level, telling a more aggressive visual story

Whenever working on your car's interior or disassembling interior or trunk components to access exterior body parts, it's not uncommon to break or lose various fasteners and clips. Reinstallation becomes a hack job, with interior panels and linings hanging unsecured. ECS now offers a single kit including the most common clips and fasteners used on your VW, allowing you to restore unsecured parts to factory - and better prepare for your next project.

Small but mighty, the Neodymium super magnet in an ECS Tuning magnetic drain plug collects wandering metallic particles and holds them captive until they can be wiped away at the next oil change. Next oil change? Install an ounce of prevention with a drain plug that catches and holds ferrous particles with an iron grip, before they can cause expensive engine damage.

Car not starting? Battery not charging? Start here. If you car won't start or the lights dim and the car dies, there is a good chance your alternator went bad. 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 is 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 lowered ride height achieved by upgrading your factory suspension is a consequence of the modification, not its purpose. With this knowledge, you can appreciate the value of more finely wrought suspension designs, like those from ST. The ST X Performance Coilovers utilize tempered high-strength springs, hardened chrome piston rods, and galvanized zinc-plated strut housings - a consequence of which is a powerful, aggressive stance. But the enduring value of this arrangement lay in its durability, reliability, and reverence for precise engineering.

An easy and highly effective way to refresh the front of your B8 A4 is by replacing faded or cracked fog light grilles. Bremmen Parts grilles have been perfectly matched to OEM dimensions for exceptional fitment and appearance. The kit Includes both left and right fog light grilles and chrome fog light trim rings.

Whenever a service is performed that requires the removal of the valve cover, replacing the gasket is so simple and effective that it should be done every time. A common source of oil leaks and excessive engine smoke, the valve cover gasket seals the engine cover to the cylinder head, allowing oil to effectively lubricate your valvetrain. ECS offers genuine OEM and Elring Valve Cover Gaskets for your N52 powered BMW E9X.

The lowered ride height achieved by upgrading your factory suspension is a consequence of the modification, not its purpose. With this knowledge, you can appreciate the value of more finely wrought suspension designs, like those from ST. The ST X Performance Coilovers utilize tempered high-strength springs, hardened chrome piston rods, and galvanized zinc-plated strut housings - a consequence of which is a powerful, aggressive stance. But the enduring value of this arrangement lay in its durability, reliability, and reverence for precise engineering.

Whenever working on your car's interior or disassembling interior or trunk components to access exterior body parts, it's not uncommon to break or lose various fasteners and clips. Reinstallation becomes a hack job, with interior panels and linings hanging unsecured. ECS now offers a single kit including the most common clips and fasteners used on your VW, allowing you to restore unsecured parts to factory - and better prepare for your next project.

Your evaporative emissions system must be functioning properly to pass vehicle inspection. The Leak Diagnosis Pump fitted to the E53 X5, if not sealed properly or otherwise damaged, will cause a check engine light. This unit is located near the transmission bell housing or in the rear tire well area. ECS offers genuine BMW and Bosch Leak Diagnosis Pumps for your BMW, resolving this frustrating emissions problem.

Take it to the streets with FK Street-Line coilovers. This affordable entry-level suspension package eliminates guesswork by combining full height adjustment at all four corners, with matching dampers, engineered with fixed, pre-calibrated settings to improve ride quality. The polished steel housings offset bright yellow springs for a great look. The large adjustment range improves vehicle appearance and handling while maintaining ride comfort suitable for a daily driver. Made to tough DIN quality standards and offer a one-year warranty.

A true sign of an experienced automotive enthusiast is an attention to and appreciation for high-quality brakes. Similar to the function of quality tires, great brakes allow the driver to realize the full potential of other performance modifications. Massive 13.3 inch rotors and a 6 piston caliper arrangement allow you to brake later before turns, reduce fade that can upset the stability of the car under braking, and most importantly, match the confidence you have in your vehicle's power with equal trust in your ability to control it.

The MKV Jetta 2.5L features highly individualized design elements that make successfully complementing the vehicle with aftermarket wheels a serious challenge. Alzor Style 010 wheels feature a split-spoke mesh design that accentuates rather than distracts from the VW's natural steel musculature. Silver or Gold, staggered or square sets of 17" and 18" wheels are available with 1.5", 2", 2.5" or 3" machined lips, and include 57.1mm hubcentric rings to ensure vibration-free fitment on your vehicle.

They just look HID. But Ziza H7 bulbs are street legal, and do not require special wiring when used in your MINI. Available in Platinum White, Pure Yellow, and Super White, Ziza H7 bulbs plug into many standard headlight and fog light sockets. Known for their brighter light, these special bulbs give your car a stylish look, and improve your vision in both low visibility and night driving conditions.

Interested in simple, effective, affordable engine protection? This ECS magnetic drain plug attracts and holds small ferrous metal particles that escape your oil filter, and holds on to them to prevent engine damage. Just wipe away the particles from the magnetic drain plug tip at each oil change to remove abrasive particles that would otherwise scar close-tolerance engine parts and polished surfaces. Complete with drain plug sealing ring, the ECS drain plug accepts standard aluminum sealing rings for your convenience.

Interested in simple, effective, affordable engine protection? This ECS magnetic drain plug attracts and holds small ferrous metal particles that escape your oil filter, and holds on to them to prevent engine damage. Just wipe away the particles from the magnetic drain plug tip at each oil change to remove abrasive particles that would otherwise scar close-tolerance engine parts and polished surfaces. Complete with drain plug sealing ring, the ECS drain plug accepts standard aluminum sealing rings for your convenience.

Wheel spacers are a great way to get the look you want from your wheels. Set up a more aggressive stance by pushing the wheels out from the body, or as a cure for wheel rubbing if you added a quality lower suspension kit. ECS offers a wide variety of sizes to give you the exact look you need. All spacers are made from a high quality aluminum to keep weight to a minimum and resist corrosion.

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 compliment 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.

If there's one job on your Audi that won't tolerate shortcuts or mistakes, it's a timing belt replacement. There are no Mulligans, no do-overs to be had. Get it right the first time, or pay. We know what it takes to do this job. That's why we have assembled a wide array of kits from Standard to Ultimate Plus. Get the things you need to do a trouble-free, lasting t-belt service: premium timing belt plus tensioners, rollers, seals, water pump and thermostat. Move up to Plus Kits and get our in-house engineered Lightweight Pulleys.

If there's one job on your Audi that won't tolerate shortcuts or mistakes, it's a timing belt replacement. There are no Mulligans, no do-overs to be had. Get it right the first time, or pay. We know what it takes to do this job. That's why we have assembled a wide array of kits from Standard to Ultimate Plus. Get the things you need to do a trouble-free, lasting t-belt service: premium timing belt plus tensioners, rollers, seals, water pump and thermostat. Move up to Plus Kits and get our in-house engineered Lightweight Pulleys.