Overview
This carbon fibre intake system replaces the factory S55 inlet with a direct cold-air path to the twin-turbo compressor inlets. Carbon construction improves thermal management of intake air versus the OEM plastic assembly, and the gloss finish gives the S55 engine bay a sharper, more purposeful appearance.
Why Upgrade?
- Cold air routing delivers cooler air to the S55 turbochargers than the OEM position
- Carbon fibre construction for reduced heat soak versus plastic
- Sharper induction sound and turbo character in the cabin
- Gloss carbon finish for a premium underbonnet presentation
Engineering Focus
Designed as a direct cold air intake for the F80/F82 S55, the system routes fresh air from a lower-temperature source and uses carbon fibre throughout for thermal advantage and aesthetics.
Built for the Drive, Not Just the Dyno
Engine bay air is always warmer than ambient — it's the one constant every factory intake has to fight. A genuine cold-air path, in carbon that manages heat better than the factory plastic, keeps the S55's twin turbos fed with denser air while looking the part doing it.
Fitment
Compatible with:
- BMW M3 F80 (2015–2020) — 3.0L S55 Twin Turbo
- BMW M4 F82 / F83 (2015–2020) — 3.0L S55 Twin Turbo
- BMW M2 Competition F87 (2018–2021) — 3.0L S55 Twin Turbo
Note: this intake fits the shared S55 platform across F80 M3, F82/F83 M4 and F87 M2 Competition — same engine bay, same fit. Verify your specific model, year and build variant before ordering, or message us your rego/VIN and we'll confirm it for you.
What's Included
- Carbon fibre intake assembly
- Cold air filter element
- Supplied couplers, clamps and installation hardware
Specifications
- Material: Carbon Fibre
- Engine: S55 3.0T twin-turbo
- Finish: Gloss carbon
- Fitment: OEM direct replacement
Shipping & Fit
- Confirmed fitment by chassis and engine code before you buy, not after
- Worldwide shipping, cost calculated at checkout for your destination
- Australian Consumer Law returns on all unused, unfitted parts
- Questions about your specific build? Message us — real people, real platform knowledge
Delivery & Support
Your order is carefully inspected before dispatch and backed by VCTR Performance support. For product availability, shipping estimates or fitment assistance, contact our team.