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F10 N55 Stage 2 Behind the Grille Intake

Built for the F10 N55.

Moves your air filter behind the kidney grilles, the coldest spot in the engine bay.


Sale price$550.00 USD
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Include Diff Insert for 50% Discount?:

What's a diff insert? An insert for your F10's rear differential mount. It stops the rubber flexing under power, the dip you feel on shifts, with no subframe drop. See the diff insert

Made to order, about 2 weeks. Free shipping to the lower 48. Return policy

F10 N55 Stage 2 Behind the Grille Intake
F10 N55 Stage 2 Behind the Grille Intake Sale price$550.00 USD

Your N55's factory airbox is feeding your single-scroll turbo hot, restrictive air that kills boost efficiency and throttle bite. This Stage 2 behind-the-grille system relocates your air filter to the coldest spot in the engine bay, directly behind the kidney grilles where ambient air runs 15-20°F cooler.

Engineered specifically for the N55's single-turbo architecture, this complete intake eliminates the factory bottlenecks and delivers the dense, cold air your turbo needs to spool aggressively.

Performance Gains

  • Expect sharper throttle response throughout the rev range as your N55 builds boost more efficiently with cooler, denser air.
  • The relocated filter position and optimized tubing diameter support Stage 2 power levels while maintaining consistent airflow under load.
  • You'll notice improved spool characteristics and the ability to hold boost targets more reliably, especially during consecutive pulls or spirited driving sessions.

Fitment

F10 N55 only.

Shipping

Free shipping to the lower 48 states. International shipping available. Contact us for a quote.

Installation

This is a purpose-built performance intake that requires hands-on mechanical work and familiarity with the engine bay. It is not a drop-in OEM replacement. The stock inlet must be removed first, and silicone couplers can be clocked to different angles for proper routing. This is intentional and by design.

An experienced BMW DIYer should plan for 3-4 hours. If you are less familiar with working in the turbo area, allow more time and review the install guides first. Install video guides are available online and linked in your order confirmation. Review them before starting.

If you are not comfortable working around the turbo and intake manifold area, we recommend having a shop experienced with aftermarket turbo components handle the install.

Need help planning your build or stuck mid-install? Text us at 813.252.1025. We will walk you through it.

Install video: BimmerHausPerformance front mount intake on a BMW F10 N55

Watch the install video