Mod guide
Easy mods to make your BMW faster
Pick your engine for the mods we'd do first, in order. Start at the top and work down. Not sure which engine you have? Email shopwebbys@gmail.com with your year and model.
- Easy Bolt-on, basic hand tools, an afternoon
- Moderate Car on stands or a lift, a full day
- Involved Best done by an experienced DIYer or a shop
N20
F30 328i, F32 428i, F22 228i, F10 528i, X3 / X4 28i, Z4 28i
The 2.0 liter turbo four responds well to simple bolt-ons once it's tuned.
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Start with a tune
EasyA quality flash tune or piggyback is the biggest gain for the money on a turbo N20. Every part below works best with a tune set up for it.
Plugs into the OBD port. Pick a reputable tuner and run the fuel it was built for.
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Front mount intercooler
ModerateKeeps intake temps down so the car makes the same power on the fifth pull as the first, especially in summer.
ARM Motorsports
F3X FMIC KIT - N20/N26/N55
From $447.00
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Downpipe
ModerateFrees up the restriction right after the turbo for quicker spool and more top end. Pair it with your tune.
ARM Motorsports
N20 DOWNPIPE - F30 320I/328I
$217.00
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One step colder spark plugs
EasyCheap insurance against misfires once you add boost. Gap them to your tuner's spec.
N54
E90 / E92 335i, E82 135i, E60 535i, Z4 35i, 1M
The twin turbo legend. Huge gains from simple parts, but fix the known weak points first.
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Start with a tune
EasyA quality flash tune or piggyback is the biggest gain for the money on a turbo N54. Every part below works best with a tune set up for it.
Plugs into the OBD port. Pick a reputable tuner and run the fuel it was built for.
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Charge pipe
EasyThe factory plastic charge pipe is known to crack once boost goes up. A metal one is the first part most N54 owners buy.
ARM Motorsports
N54 CHARGE PIPE - OEM DV'S
$169.99
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Intake
EasyLets the twin turbos breathe easier and you'll hear more of them working.
ARM Motorsports
ARM Motorsports Dual Cone Intake N54
$119.99
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Front mount intercooler
ModerateThe stock intercooler heat soaks fast on a tuned N54. A bigger FMIC keeps power consistent.
ARM Motorsports
7" Intercooler FMIC N54
From $399.00
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Downpipes
InvolvedBig gains in spool and power once tuned. Expect a louder car and plan on the tune to match.
Catless parts are sold for off-road and competition use only.
ARM Motorsports
BMW N54 3" Catless Downpipes
$309.99
N55
F30 335i, F32 435i, E90 335i (LCI), F10 535i, M235i, M2 (F87, non-Competition)
Single twin-scroll turbo with great response. Same recipe as the N54, with fewer weak points.
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Start with a tune
EasyA quality flash tune or piggyback is the biggest gain for the money on a turbo N55. Every part below works best with a tune set up for it.
Plugs into the OBD port. Pick a reputable tuner and run the fuel it was built for.
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Charge pipe
EasyLike the N54, the stock plastic charge pipe can crack under more boost. Choose the RWD or xDrive version for your car.
ARM Motorsports
F3X N55 CHARGE PIPE - AWD
$189.99
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Front mount intercooler
ModerateCooler, denser air for repeatable pulls and safer timing.
ARM Motorsports
F3X FMIC KIT - N20/N26/N55
From $447.00
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Downpipe
ModerateThe biggest single bolt-on for a tuned N55. Faster spool and a deeper sound.
ARM Motorsports
N55 DOWNPIPE - F SERIES - 4" EWG
$239.99
B58
M240i, M340i, 340i, 440i, 540i, 740i, X3 M40i, Toyota Supra 3.0
The modern favorite. Even a tune alone wakes it up, and it loves a downpipe.
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Start with a tune
EasyA quality flash tune or piggyback is the biggest gain for the money on a turbo B58. Every part below works best with a tune set up for it.
Plugs into the OBD port. Pick a reputable tuner and run the fuel it was built for.
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Charge pipe
EasyReplaces the factory plastic pipe before it becomes a problem at higher boost.
ARM Motorsports
B58 CHARGE PIPE - 240I 340I 440I 540I 640I 740I
$199.00
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Downpipe
ModerateThe best power gain per dollar on a tuned B58, with quicker spool and more top end.
ARM Motorsports
6" B58 DOWNPIPE - 240i 340i 440i 540i 640i 740i
From $397.00
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Valved exhaust
ModerateQuiet when you want it, loud when you don't. Adds sound and saves some weight.
Valvetronic Designs
BMW G20/G22 M340i/M440i Valved Sport Exhaust System
From $2,899.00
S55
F80 M3, F82 / F83 M4, F87 M2 Competition
Twin turbo M power that gains a lot from simple parts.
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Start with a tune
EasyA quality flash tune or piggyback is the biggest gain for the money on a turbo S55. Every part below works best with a tune set up for it.
Plugs into the OBD port. Pick a reputable tuner and run the fuel it was built for.
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Charge pipes
EasyStronger than the factory pipes and a must once you raise boost.
ARM Motorsports
F8X M3/M4 CHARGE PIPES
$247.00
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Intake
EasyMore airflow and more turbo sound.
ARM Motorsports
F8X S55 INTAKE SYSTEM
$447.00
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Midpipe
ModerateRemoves the factory resonators for more sound and less weight.
ARM Motorsports
BMW S55 MIDPIPE UPGRADE - 3.5" RESONATED
From $557.00
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Downpipes
InvolvedBig gains on a tuned S55, best paired with the charge pipes and tune.
ARM Motorsports
F8X S55 Downpipes
$497.00
S58
G80 M3, G82 / G83 M4, G87 M2, X3 M / X4 M
The newest M engine. A tune and a few pipes go a long way.
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Start with a tune
EasyA quality flash tune or piggyback is the biggest gain for the money on a turbo S58. Every part below works best with a tune set up for it.
Plugs into the OBD port. Pick a reputable tuner and run the fuel it was built for.
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Crossover pipe
EasyReplaces the factory crossover with a stronger, freer flowing pipe.
ARM Motorsports
S58 CROSSOVER PIPE - G80 M3 G82/G83 M4
$247.00
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Catted downpipes
InvolvedMore flow for quicker spool while keeping catalytic converters.
ARM Motorsports
S58 CATTED DOWNPIPES - G80 M3 G82/G83 M4
$767.00
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Midpipe
ModerateMore sound and less weight under the car.
ARM Motorsports
S58 MIDPIPE - G80 M3 G82/G83 M4
From $997.00
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Valved exhaust
ModerateAdds the sound with valves to keep it civil on the street.
Valvetronic Designs
BMW G8x M3 / M4 Valved Sport Exhaust System
From $1,499.00
N63
550i, 650i, 750i, X5 / X6 50i
Twin turbo V8 torque. Tuning plus airflow parts make it a sleeper.
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Start with a tune
EasyA quality flash tune or piggyback is the biggest gain for the money on a turbo N63. Every part below works best with a tune set up for it.
Plugs into the OBD port. Pick a reputable tuner and run the fuel it was built for.
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Intake upgrade
EasyFront-facing intakes pull in cooler air for both turbos.
ARM Motorsports
N63 FRONT FACING INTAKE UPGRADE
$267.00
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Charge pipes
EasyStronger than stock for the extra boost a tune brings.
ARM Motorsports
N63/N63TU CHARGE PIPES
$199.00
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Downpipes
InvolvedBig flow gains on a tuned N63. Heat management matters here.
Catless parts are sold for off-road and competition use only.
ARM Motorsports
BMW N63/N63TU 3" Catless Downpipes
From $397.00
Gains depend on the car, fuel and tune. Tuning and exhaust changes can affect your warranty and emissions compliance, and catless parts are for off-road and competition use only. Check the laws where you live before you install.





















