I'm considering a hard pipe kit for my 2019 pre-LCI JCW Countryman. I know they don't add a bunch of power, but they can be beneficial for engine efficiency. Any thoughts on the different inexpensive kits available? On some previous cars, I know that the cheap kits can sometimes have issues with fitting. Considering where these get installed, I'd rather not deal with an ill fitting kit. However, I also don't want to spend a ton of money on a kit that doesn't provide much performance.

I like the MMX kit, but cost...:
https://mmxperformanceshop.com/MMX-c...ni-cooper-b48/

The FTP kit is a little better for the budget:
https://www.ftpmotorsport.com.tw/pro...e-x1-2at-2gt-1

The Racing Dynamics kit has even better cost value, but concerned the fitment might not be there:
https://www.racdyn-usa.com/PROD/139+...TO05Gc4cDOouOf

Any other I might be missing?

 

Did the FTP kit on my 19' JCW and fitment was spot on. For the price it was a great value, of course it was cheaper 5 years ago. The kit, Eventuri intake, bigger Intercooler, and tune it was more than enough power for my needs.

 

Thanks for the feedback, its exactly what I wanted to hear. Which intercooler did you go with? I would like to eventually get an open intake, turbo inlet pipe, hard pipe kit, and intercooler. On the longer list is a tune, but I have to figure out a DME unlock path for that part. I currently have an NM plug in module.

 

I did a Forge Intercooler, it was a little cheaper than the Wagner one at the time. I had the NM module too till it started to throw codes once I installed everything, so I just decided to do a tune instead. Kind of kick myself everyday for getting rid of her, and my little R58 just doesn't compare to my F56. Two totally different beasts. It came up for sale a few months ago but I was to slow to jump on it and get her back.

Blu's 19'JCW