{"product_id":"header-stainless-steel-99-05-bmw-e46-3-series","title":"99-05 BMW E46 3-Series Performance Header Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e99-05 BMW E46 3-Series Performance Header Stainless Steel\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel header designed to improve exhaust flow on E46 chassis.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built from durable stainless construction to resist corrosion and thermal stress. Direct bolt-on application for the specified generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Stainless Steel Construction\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Ships from FL Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Factory Mounting Points\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design-features\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel Tube Work\u003c\/strong\u003e - Resists rust and discoloration through thermal cycles and road salt exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Bolt-On Design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Mounts to factory locations without modification or welding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Exhaust Scavenging\u003c\/strong\u003e - Optimized tube diameter and runner length for better flow characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: 4-into-1 design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhats Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eHeader assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need new gaskets when installing this header?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use fresh header gaskets at the manifold and downpipe connections. Reusing old gaskets risks exhaust leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this header come with mounting hardware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe header assembly is included. Verify your existing fasteners are reusable—if they're corroded or damaged, source new hardware before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I need to have this ceramic coated or wrapped?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot required. Stainless steel won't rust or degrade from heat. Ceramic coating or wrap is optional and driven by preference for underhood appearance and heat management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873609113834,"sku":"K2-4832-BMW-006-EC","price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/0427\/7142\/files\/HDS-E463S-1.jpg?v=1772740439","url":"https:\/\/www.k2-industries.com\/en-au\/products\/header-stainless-steel-99-05-bmw-e46-3-series","provider":"K2 Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}