BMW S55 Engine: What Every Enthusiast Needs to Know

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After decades of producing high-revving, naturally aspirated engines, BMW M joined the rest of the performance world with their turbocharged S55B30. Within a short time, the disappointment over the addition of boost was forgotten as the S55 proved to be similarly characterful and much more powerful than any of its predecessors. A decade after its debut, the S55 is as popular as ever with enthusiasts and is readily available in three chassis.

Regardless of what BMW it's stuffed into, each S55 will need the same care and attention. It's a strong engine; we have to give it that, but more than a few areas go wrong with regularity. It's important to know the pitfalls and what to look out for, whether you're an owner or a buyer, so we've pulled our BMW expert away from expanding our catalog to take you through the ins and outs of this boosted BMW.

Follow along with Gareth Foley, FCP Euro's BMW Expert, as he dives into the BMW S55 engine and lays out all of the good and bad, once and for all.

If we wouldn't put it on our cars, we won't sell it to you.

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Follow along with Gareth Foley, FCP Euro's BMW Expert, as he dives into the BMW S55 engine and lays out all of the good and bad, once and for all. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ Shop BMW Shop Volvo Shop VW Shop Audi Shop Mercedes Shop Porsche BMW S55: Everything You Need To Know - The BMW F8X M2/M3/M4 Engine Guide BMW S55: Everything You Need To Know - The BMW F8X M2/M3/M4 Engine Guide After decades of producing high-revving, naturally aspirated engines, BMW M joined the rest of the performance world with their turbocharged S55B30. Within a short time, the disappointment over the addition of boost was forgotten as the S55 proved to be similarly characterful and much more powerful than any of its predecessors. A decade after its debut, the S55 is as popular as ever with enthusiasts and is readily available in three chassis. Regardless of what BMW it's stuffed into, each S55 will need the same care and attention. It's a strong engine; we have to give it that, but more than a few areas go wrong with regularity. It's important to know the pitfalls and what to look out for, whether you're an owner or a buyer, so we've pulled our BMW expert away from expanding our catalog to take you through the ins and outs of this boosted BMW. Follow along with Gareth Foley, FCP Euro's BMW Expert, as he dives into the BMW S55 engine and lays out all of the good and bad, once and for all. If we wouldn't put it on our cars, we won't sell it to you. The FCP Euro Team No longer want to receive these emails? Unsubscribe. FCP Euro 155 Hill Street Milford, Connecticut 06460