Schmiedmann S-Tech Sport Headers – BMW E36 / Z3 M50 M52 S50 S52 (Stainless Steel)

Due to increased U.S. tariffs on European imports, the cost of importing these headers has increased significantly. We’ve reduced our margins as much as possible to continue offering them at a competitive price.

Why buy from 36 Motorsports instead of ordering direct from Europe?

Schmiedmann’s advertised price does not include international shipping, U.S. import duties, or brokerage fees. A single set currently costs nearly $100 just to ship to the U.S., before the 27.5% import duties and UPS brokerage fees are added. A set from Schmiedmann costs about $410 landed to your door!

We import these headers in bulk and stock them here in Los Angeles, California, allowing us to offer a lower overall cost without the international shipping, customs process, or unexpected import bill.

The price you see from us is the price you pay. No surprise import duties or brokerage fees. Plus, your order ships domestically from California.

Thank you for supporting 36 Motorsports, a small enthusiast-led business!

– Karo | @36motorsports on Instagram

Product Overview:
Schmiedmann S-Tech sport manifolds are a proven upgrade for BMW inline 6 engines, offering improved exhaust flow, better throttle response, and solid performance gains at a fraction of the cost of competing options.

Constructed from 304 stainless steel runners with a durable mild steel flange, these headers are built to handle both street and track use. Manufactured in Germany.

Key Features:

• Direct bolt-on to factory midpipe (E36 & Z3 6-cylinder models)
• Retains emissions equipment on OBD1 E36 models
• High-quality stainless steel construction
• No welding required
• Compatible with both manual and automatic vehicles (LHD ONLY)
• These headers do not remove any catalytic converters from the vehicle. These are designed to keep the factory catalytic converters and midpipe.
• Not CARB Certified. For race/off-road use ONLY!

Installation Notes:

• Approx. install time: 3.5–4.5 hours
• Schmiedmann recommends minor engine block clearancing for optimal fit, though in our experience, this is not always required due to casting variations, but should be expected for best results.

Specs:

• Material: 304 stainless steel (runners), mild steel flange
• Weight: 19.9 lbs (9.0 kg)
• Package Dimensions: 19" x 8" x 13"

Fitment:

• BMW E36 320i / 323i / 325i / 328i
• BMW E36 M3 (S50US / S52 – US models only. Euro M3 not compatible)
• BMW Z3 2.8
• BMW Z3 M (S52 only)
• Fits manual & automatic transmissions
• Left-hand drive vehicles only

Additional Fitment Notes:

• Requires deleting the SAP (Secondary Air Pump) on OBD2 equipped E36 models. 
• E34 525i (M50): exhaust flange modification required (fitment not guaranteed)
• E30 24V swaps: close fit, but chassis modification required
• E46 non-M: not a direct bolt-on (O2 bung location not ideal but will work)
• Compatible with BimmerWorld Spec E46 race exhaust