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Most tunable car?
The debate will rage on, what is the most tunable car, Which car gives the biggest potential power gains
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Forced Induction
Comparing the effect of Turbo's and Superchargers
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Fuel and additives
Fuel is an essential but choosing the right fuel is important especially in high performance engines with high compression engines and in turbo applications
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Dashboard styling
You will spend much time looking at the dashboard of the car and you certainly don't have to stick with the standard plastic, and dials that come as standard
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Engine dress up kits
Engine dress up kits - make your engine more visually impressive
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MPG Calculator
A really handy MPG calculator that remembers your last 4 MPG results
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MPG from km
Calculate your MPG from Kilometers for all those UK drivers with imported cars
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BMW Tuning Tips and Modifications
Maximise your BMWs driving pleasure
BMW car tuning tips and advice. We have a wide range of tuning articles covering all models of BMW from small engined 3 series family cars to large engine hot hatches Z3 and executive cars such as the 6 and 7 series. Following our tuning tips you will avoid many of the common mistakes and actually achieve the car setup you desire. Please join the forum for model specific questions and answers and to meet other owners and see what modifications they have done. The M series has the badge of honour but gives an idea of how much power can be extracted from the average BMW engine.
Torquecars started providing Bmw performance, car styling and car modifications Tips and advice back in 2004 and have grown from strength to strength with a fast growing membership of all types of Bmw owners. This year we are organising our first car show in Kent. Our Bmw tuning and Bmw styling articles are continually updated so for the latest Bmw performance,styling and modifications advice, tips and pointers please check back regularly. Once again we recommend you join our Bmw owners forum and swap performance ideas with like minded Bmw owners.
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- 3-Series 3-Series Compact 325ti SE 3d (03) - 2494 cc - 189 bhp - 245 Nm
- 3-Series 3-Series Touring 330i SE 5d (01) - 2979 cc - 231 bhp - 300 Nm
- 5-Series 5-Series Touring 530d Sport 5d - 2993 cc - 214 bhp - 500 Nm
- 3-Series 3-Series Saloon 325i 4d Auto - 2494 cc - 192 bhp - -
- 3-Series 3-Series Compact 325ti SE 3d SMG - 2494 cc - 189 bhp - 245 Nm
Section:BMW
Overview of the BMW range
An overview of the BMW range of cars and tuning options for them. The ultimate BMW Guide to car tuning and styling tips, tuning guide BMW race tuning tips, BMW galleries and car specific projects improve BHP & Torque along with links to other useful sites Read On
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All BMW Articles
Latest Article in: Tuning

Better spark
The spark plug sports coil and HT leads have a big impact on a cars performance. Maximising the efficiency of the spark will increase power. We examine the effect of a performance ignition system Read article...
>>> Bmw Tuning: Diesels
Diesel engines have a mysterious item known as particulate filters. What does the particulate filter do and does it affect performance. Read article...
>>> Bmw Tuning: Engine Mods
Engine tuning tips to get improved MPG. More MPG and a more efficient engine tuning mods. Read article...
>>> Bmw Tuning: Forced Induction
Uprating the turbo in your car is a great way to increase power. A different profile of turbine will drmatically reduce lag and increase peak power altering your whole Torque curve. Read article...
>>> Bmw Tuning: Improve Handling
How to fit a strut brace and the performance benefits of strut braces. A strut brace is an easy modification that can dramatically improve your cars handling. Read article...
>>> Bmw Tuning: Intake & Exhaust
Choosing the best high performance exhaust system can improve the whole driving experience. It can increase the power available across the rev range, free up top end power and make an agressive or edgy roar as the loud pedal goes down. Read article...
>>> Bmw Tuning: Transmission
Upgrading the limited Slip diff LSD in a car can improve its handling in corners and the wet. Uprated LSD is often overlooked when it comes to tuning but can really reduce your track times. Read article...
>>> Bmw Tuning: Wheels & Tyres
Selection of performance tyres, tread patterns, softness and profile can have a big effect on performance. Read article...
- [ Better spark ]
- [ remapped ECU ]
- [ Fuel and additives ]
- [ Superchargers ]
- [ Boost controllers ]
- [ Improving braking ]
- [ Weight reduction ]
- [ Basic engine mods ]
- [ Engine rebore ]
- [ Performance clutches ]
- [ Intake Valves ]
- [ Slip diffs ]
- [ Sports exhausts ]
- [ Performance tyres ]
- [ Engine balancing ]
- [ Strut braces ]
- [ Induction Kits ]
- [ Spoilers & Wings ]
- [ Porting and polishing ]
- [ Quick shift kits ]
- [ Particulate filters ]
- [ Intake vents ]
- [ Fuelling ]
- [ Roll cages ]
- [ Screamer pipes, BOV's ]
- [ Suspension ]
- [ Tuning for MPG ]
- [ Adding nitrous ]
- [ Gearboxes ]
- [ Suspension settings ]
- [ Camshafts ]
- [ Forced Induction ]
- [ intercoolers ]
- [ Adding a Turbo ]
- [ Alloy wheels ]
- [ Engine mods ]
- [ Diesel Tuning ]
- [ Engine Swaps ]
- [ Turbo uprating ]
- [ Flywheel lightening ]

