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MINI R56 Cat-Back Exhaust

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$799.99
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ALTA 3" R56 Cat-Back Exhaust

ALTA the first company to offer a full 3" Cat-Back exhaust for the new 2007 Mini Cooper S (R56).

All Stainless Steel

ALTA exhaust systems are made entirely of 304 stainless steel, inside and out. 304SS provides high corrosion resistance, and is excellent for extreme heat up to 1800 degrees.

Other manufactures and OEMs, will use cheaper 409 stainless steel which will rust and corrode over time but the added expense of 304 stainless steel is well worth the beautiful and long lasting high polish, and durability.

3" Tubing

Don't be fooled that 2.5" exhaust systems are big enough for your high performance Mini Cooper S. We have proven time and time again 3" makes more power while keeping exhaust tones under control. Our huge 3 exhaust only weighs 1lb more than the stock 2.3" exhaust, so you don't sacrifice anything going to the ALTA 3" exhaust!

Straight Through Muffler

ALTA Performance mufflers have a true 3" internal diameter for uninterrupted exhaust flow. ALTA mufflers and flange connections are 3" throughout the entire length, not necked down for ultra smooth transitions throughout the system.

Dual Tips

Twin over-sized slash cut exhaust tips keep that OEM styling while adding an aggressive look at the same time. The tips are a high polished, dual-wall construction to add a more refined look and to ensure the tips do not dis-color with extreme heat.

V-Band Clamps

The ALTA performance exhaust features high tech v-band clamps for a perfect exhaust connection. V-band clamps are designed to hold hundreds of pounds of pressure and do so without the need for a gasket! This connection allows for a precise repeatable joint with the ability to rotate each joining connection. This allows for easy installation, and alignment adjustments for a perfect fit every time.

Finish Options

This PERRIN exhaust system has a brushed metal finish. The brushed finish has a grainy metal look which is easy maintained with a Scotchbrite abrasive pad.

HP gains

The most important reason to buy a cat-back exhaust is to make more power. The ALTA exhaust has solid gains of 10 Wheel HP and 10 ft-lbs of torque. While 10 WHP is very noticeable, more noticeable is that the turbo spools roughly 200RPM sooner. This quicker spool means more low end power!

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Lifetime Warranty

ALTA Performance Exhaust pieces feature a lifetime warranty for defects in the materials and workmanship.
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Off Road Note

NOTE: This item may be for off-road use only in your area. See Terms and Conditions prior to ordering!
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What People Are Saying

Don't Take Our Word For It

Went to Prescott,AZ and back Memorial Day weekend with your 3" cat-back just installed. HP & Torque is just as you state with mpg@ 35.2 for the 800mi round trip, but I was running 80-85 most of the way. At 65, the computer showed 42-46mpg so I ain't complaining! IMO,the great thing is music. Coming down the Yarnell grade this morning using only the gearbox for braking, it let out the most awesome howl I've ever heard from a 4 banger!! Thanks for a great piece of work. Dwight 5/26/09 MINI Cooper Owner

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Dyno Charts

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Cooper S Catback Test

This test was done on our 07 MCS when it was in stock form. These tests prove that the ALTA 3" catback makes 10WHP and 10ft-lbs of TQ over the OEM part. With roughly 1 hour of install time, you can add some cool sounds and power to your MCS.

In The Box

(1) Midpipe
(1) Muffler with Dual Tip
(1) ALTA Exhaust Adapter
Necessary Mounting hardware included
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