The aFe MagnumFORCE Dynamic Air Scoop in matte red (part 54-11478-R) is a pair of aluminum scoops that mount behind the front kidney grille on the E9x 3-Series. It is a simple bolt-on product that increases airflow and velocity into the air intake through the factory kidney bean grille. Rather than replacing the airbox or tube, it feeds more outside air into the factory setup: the manufacturer says dynamic air scoops lower intake air temperatures by forcing more cool air from the front grille into the intake snorkel. Choose it over a bare stock grille when you want cooler inlet air and a visible upgrade without cutting sheet metal. Owners on user forums caution that intake changes on these turbocharged cars tend to bring modest power gains, so judge this scoop on intake temperature and sound rather than dyno numbers.
Listings describe this scoop for the 2007-2013 BMW 335i (E90/E92/E93) with the L6 3.0L, but year and engine coverage vary across sources, so confirm your exact year and engine with the manufacturer's vehicle selector before ordering. The scoop is a perfect addition to a cold air intake installation. Searching for an E90 335i kidney grille air scoop, an E92 N54 dynamic air scoop, or a red aFe D.A.S. for BMW 3-Series? This is the part that matches those searches. No cutting or drilling is needed on OEM parts, and all necessary hardware is included for an easy, hassle free installation.
The manufacturer describes the scoops as directing cooler air into the factory intake snorkel, and as a perfect addition to a cold air intake installation. They are an add-on to the intake path rather than a full intake replacement.
The manufacturer states that the scoop requires no cutting or drilling on OEM parts, and that all necessary hardware is included.
Listed year and engine coverage varies across sources for the 335i, so use the manufacturer's vehicle selector with your VIN or exact year and engine before ordering.
The manufacturer describes this as a bolt-on upgrade with no cutting or drilling on OEM parts and with all hardware included, which makes it approachable for a home mechanic. Step-by-step instructions, tool requirements, and any grille or bumper removal were not confirmed in the manufacturer's materials reviewed here, so follow the install sheet packed with your kit. Check that the mounting points line up with your specific grille before tightening, and confirm your year and engine first, since fitment listings vary.
