aFe Type Cx Cold Air Intake System for the M54 3.0L [AFE-10451-20]

Let your engine breathe better by replacing your boring factory air filter box with our high quality AFE intakes. Not only will your car sound more aggressive, but the intake is a great addition by itself or in combination with other performance modification such as an exhaust to improve your car's air system. Performance gains vary from vehicle to vehicle but a noticeable audible “growl” by the intakes’ open concept is evident as well as the smoother acceleration across the power band.

Benefits
    * Increases horsepower & torque.
    * Maximizes airflow for better acceleration and responsiveness
    * Improved performance results in greater fuel efficiency
    * Installs in less than 60 minutes using factory mounting points
    * No cutting or drilling to engine compartment is required
    * Replaces OE air filter with high flow high performance 360 degree radial flow air filter
    * Washable/reusable air filter with the deepest pleats in the industry is the largest possible in the space allowed
    * Replaces factory air box with a heat-blocking shield that seals to the hood
    * Limited lifetime warranty

About Vehicle Air Intake
- You want to keep gasses moving quickly and efficiently before and after combustion.
- Factory intakes are designed to be quiet and filter well, which is restrictive on your airflow!
- Intakes are relatively inexpensive and are a great value for your money.
- Easily reversible.
- Most cars can gain over 8hp simply by replacing the intake.

Fitments:
-330i
-X3 3.0i
-325i ULEV Edition

Filter Types
AFE Pro Dry
Off-White Air Filter
50% air flow over stock (This would be like comparing a panel filter to OEM panel)
99.2% filtration

AFE Pro 5 R (oiled)
Blue Air FIlter (Pictured)
75% air flow over stock (This would be like comparing a panel filter to OEM panel)
98.6% filtration

C.A.R.B. Certified
All aFe Air Intake Systems are C.A.R.B. certified or awaiting certification and 50 state legal.

Installation
- Installation is easy and can be done in your driveway
- No cutting, drilling, or modification required
- Click here for the Install PDF