The S55 power BMW F8X suffers heavily from heat soak. While the ideal solution is pairing the Front Mount Heat Exchanger with the Charge-Air-Cooler, you can still see significant improvements with just the Heat Exchanger. The ability for the system to remove as much heat as possible is the bigger of the two weak points in the system. So if you are planning to upgrade your S55 cooling system and can only start with one, the Heat Exchanger is the right choice to start with. The CSF Heat Exchanger is a true "Drop-in Fit" Requiring No Modifications to Install. It accepts All attaching OEM components including "Quick-Connect" hoses, mounting brackets, OEM X-Brace and all air ducting/shrouding. The CSF #8075V comes in a Satin Black Finish for OEM+ look. It is also available in a Polished Finish (CSF #8075). Significantly reduce Intake Air Temperatures (IAT) for Maximum Performance (with Faster Heat Soak Recovery) on your F8X M3/M4 with a CSF Heat Exchangers. The CSF #8075V Cooling product is designed to be a "Drop-In Fit" applications. The product will install in the OEM Location with no modifications necessary unless otherwise noted or instructions are included in the product package. Please see the manufacturer repair manual for standard installation instructions. If you do not feel confident installing this product CSF recommends taking it to a qualified installation facility.