{"title":"B8\/B8.5 Q5\/SQ5 Exhaust","description":"\u003cp\u003eExhaust parts for the Audi B8\/B8.5 Q5 and SQ5 3.0T. Vorsprung lists fitment on every product so you can match parts to your car.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vorsprung-audi-b8-b8-5-3-0t-supercharged-headers","title":"Vorsprung HEH Headers V2, Audi Supercharged V6 3.0T","description":"\u003cp\u003eV2 is here! Tired of everyone selling the exact same marked up header? We were too. So we built a higher flowing, equal length, heavy duty header... and called it the HEH. You deserve better. We deserve better. Vorsprung. 💪\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly designed and crafted, Vorsprung Audi 3.0T Supercharged Headers (B8\/B8.5 S4 and S5, B8\/B8.5 Q5 and SQ5, C7\/C7.5 A6 and A7, and D4 A8) offer a precise fit and exceptional performance. Made with reinforced inner welds, tig welding, and back purging, these headers ensure durability and high-quality results. Equipped with standard heat shielding or dual quartz wool insulation and a metal heat shield, they provide maximum thermal protection for optimal engine efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE-style Heat Shielding with ceramic inner liner option\u003c\/strong\u003e – signature VORSPRUNG thermal management feature that reduces radiant heat from the exhaust pipes up to 70-80%. Being inspired by racecar engineers who use this technology, these separate us from other manufacturers selling single layer metal heat shielding. Usual thermal wraps or ceramic coatings are not even close in effectiveness and durability to our Heat Shielding. Please be aware of fake shielding when it is nothing but foil wrapped around the pipe. Without a sufficient thickness and pattern and\/or ceramic wool layer inside and properly embossed foil it will not work as expected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternally reinforced flanges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificant power gain 30+hp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReducing under-hood temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlow-optimised smooth transition design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet rid of rasp with a louder more aggressive tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with both OEM and aftermarket downpipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% handcrafted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% TIG welded and back purged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e321L stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC machined to OEM specs 321L SS flanges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces manifold and test pipe section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-fitment-section\" style=\"margin: 20px 0; font-family: inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; margin-bottom: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHEH Headers V2 are a direct fit across the Audi 3.0T V6 supercharged platform: the B8\/B8.5 S4 and S5, B8\/B8.5 Q5 and SQ5, C7\/C7.5 A6 and A7, and D4 A8, per the table below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eS4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010-2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eS5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2013-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2014-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2011-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eC7 \/ C7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eC7 \/ C7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2011-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eD4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA4 NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A4 was never sold with the supercharged 3.0T in North America. The European-market B8.5 A4 3.0 TFSI (2012-2015) uses the same EA837 engine, so confirm your engine code before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS5 \/ A5 NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010-2012 fitment is the S5 Cabriolet only (the 2008-2012 S5 coupe has the 4.2 V8). The A5 was never sold with the supercharged 3.0T in North America; the European-market B8.5 A5 3.0 TFSI (2012-2016) uses the same EA837 engine, so confirm your engine code before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e OFF-ROAD\/MOTORSPORT USE ONLY. This product is not designed to meet any emissions standards and is not certified or legal for street or highway use on emissions-controlled vehicles in any country\/jurisdiction.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeaders are frequently paired with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/high-flow-cats-audi-3-0t-supercharged\"\u003eHigh Flow Cats\u003c\/a\u003e: keep catalysts in place while freeing up flow downstream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/test-pipes-audi-3-0-t-supercharged\"\u003e3.0T Supercharged Test Pipes V2\u003c\/a\u003e — for track\/off-road builds running fully catless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-artus-sturm-supercharger-port\"\u003ePorted Supercharger Service\u003c\/a\u003e — pair added exhaust flow with a ported supercharger case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/audi-30t-overdrive-crank-pulley\"\u003eTruDrive Crank Pulley\u003c\/a\u003e — more boost to make use of the extra flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHEH Headers V2 FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much power do these headers add?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVorsprung HEH Headers V2 are rated for a significant power gain (30+ hp) over the restrictive factory manifolds, thanks to their equal-length, flow-optimized design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these emissions legal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. HEH Headers V2 are sold for off-road\/motorsport use only and are not certified for street or highway use in any emissions-controlled jurisdiction. Check your local emissions and inspection rules before installing any exhaust part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I need a tune?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeaders alone don't require a dedicated tune, but if you're stacking them with a ported supercharger, pulley, or downstream exhaust changes, we recommend a tune to make full use of the added flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll hardware needed for a bolt-on install is included, no additional gaskets or fasteners to source separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit my Audi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck the Vehicle Fitment table above. HEH Headers V2 fit the supercharged 3.0T S4, S5, Q5, SQ5, A6, A7 and A8 listed there. Not sure about your engine code? Email us at help@vorsprungautowerk.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 20px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eWhy Buy From Us?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eEnthusiast Designed \u0026amp; Tested:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed by people who actually drive and modify these cars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eTested on Our Own Cars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every part is proven on our own builds before it ever reaches yours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eContinuous R\u0026amp;D:\u003c\/strong\u003e We're always refining and improving our parts based on real-world feedback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSupporting Audi Platform Development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every purchase helps fund development of more parts for the platforms we love.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eReal Enthusiast Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Talk directly to people who understand your car and your build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSmall Team, Big Passion:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dedicated team obsessed with getting the details right, not a faceless warehouse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003ePerformance Without the Marketing Fluff:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight talk about what a part does and why it matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003eDrive the difference. 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Improved flange design to help make installation easier. Improved mounting points to reduce vibrations. Refined mating surfaces. Still 2.0mm industry leading thickness, standard heat-shielding, and a new Vorsprung badge design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003euilt for Real Power, Without the Compromises - T\u003cspan\u003ehese catalysts are designed, tested, and validated to deliver reliable performance without concern for premature failure. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecently, other manufacturers have released similar catalysts for this platform with no mention of the catalyst's heat tolerance. These catalysts are specifically engineered to withstand 950C (the same as GESI). Whether you choose ours or not, please know that it takes very careful catalyst manufacturing and selection, or known tolerant cats such as these, to survive the heat generated by the EA837 - please don't waste your money on options with no rating disclosed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you move past a basic single pulley setup on the Audi 3.0T, you're asking a lot more from the factory cats, and honestly, they just can’t keep up. We’ve seen it time and time again: stock converters break down under the extra heat and pressure, and when they do, the risk isn’t just poor performance, it’s engine damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeing continous failures and fear or running catalysts in the 3.0 community, we decided to create something that wouldn't turn cars into raspy, smelly messes. We decided to build something better. Something we’d actually run on our own cars, and trust over the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy 200-Cell Metallic Cats? Because Balance Matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone loves the sound of a performance exhaust, until the drone and fumes from cheap test pipes make your car feel like a straight-piped lawnmower. That’s why we chose \u003cstrong\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e00-cell metallic catalysts\u003c\/strong\u003e: the same type trusted by top-tier names. \u003cspan\u003eWe worked closely with the catalyst manufacturer to validate a substrate capable of withstanding \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eextreme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ethermal\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003emechanical \u003c\/span\u003eloads. 400-cell GESI catalysts, though incredibly durable, have failed on the 3.0 platform and restrict flow, which is why we specified a 200-cell substrate. This design provides improved flow characteristics, reduced back pressure, and greater durability under sustained heat cycles. 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At Vorsprung Autowerk, our focus isn't just on warranty duration; it's on \u003cb\u003eproduct longevity and reliability\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe chose our materials and design specifically to eliminate the common failure cycle of 12-24 months. Our components are built right the first time to stay on your vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis commitment to durable performance is why we exclusively utilize \u003cb\u003e200-cell high-flow catalytic converters\u003c\/b\u003e. These are the only catalysts engineered to provide optimal flow characteristics while maintaining the necessary structural integrity and heat tolerance required for proper, reliable, and long-term function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe provide a Lifetime Warranty because we are confident you won't need to use it.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance, Reliability, and Thoughtful Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull 2.5” flow path\u003c\/strong\u003e from top to bottom, with no tapering down to OEM size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth transition\u003c\/strong\u003e to OEM-style lower flanges for easy fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVorsprung\u003cstrong\u003e reinforced flange\u003c\/strong\u003e design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVorsprung \u003cstrong\u003ereinforced tri-leg mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision TIG-welded and back-purged\u003c\/strong\u003e for maximum strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-walled pipe ends\u003c\/strong\u003e to resist cracking over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-thick 10mm stainless flanges\u003c\/strong\u003e, reinforced inside and out to prevent warping and \u003cstrong\u003etreated for an ultra smooth mating surface\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat shielding\u003c\/strong\u003e included to control temps, reduce heat soak, and protect nearby components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e304L stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e construction (\u003cstrong\u003eVorsprung Spec \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.0mm wall thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e) throughout, built to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese converters are rated to withstand temps well beyond what the supercharged 3.0T can throw at them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd for peace of mind? You get a an\u003cstrong\u003e unlimited-launch warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e against catalyst failure. Go ahead, drive it like you mean it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-fitment-section\" style=\"margin: 20px 0; font-family: inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 10px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese high flow cats are built for the Audi 3.0T platform across B8\/B8.5 S4, S5, Q5\/SQ5, C7\/C7.5 A6\/A7, and D4 A8, per the table below. They do not fit C6 A6, 4L Q7, or 4M Q7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eGeneration \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eS4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2010-2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e3.0T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; background-color: #fcfcfc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eS5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2010-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e3.0T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eQ5 \/ SQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2013-2017 (SQ5 2014-2017)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e3.0T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; background-color: #fcfcfc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eA6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eC7 \/ C7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2011–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e3.0T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eA7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eC7 \/ C7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2010–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e3.0T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; background-color: #fcfcfc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eD4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e2011–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e3.0T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA4 NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A4 was never sold with the supercharged 3.0T in North America. The European-market B8.5 A4 3.0 TFSI (2012-2015) uses the same EA837 engine, so confirm your engine code before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS5 \/ A5 NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010-2012 fitment is the S5 Cabriolet only (the 2008-2012 S5 coupe has the 4.2 V8). The A5 was never sold with the supercharged 3.0T in North America; the European-market B8.5 A5 3.0 TFSI (2012-2016) uses the same EA837 engine, so confirm your engine code before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; font-size: 0.9rem; background: #fff3f3; border-left: 4px solid #d9534f; padding: 10px 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExclusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e fit C6 A6, 4L Q7, or 4M Q7 models.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 15px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalyst Note (400-Cell):\u003c\/strong\u003e While tested on dual pulley setups, catalysts are wear items. For maximum durability under aggressive use, 200-cell catalysts are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 5px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Catalysts are not designed to withstand crackle\/burble tunes or ignition-cut launch control environments. Use with these setups voids the warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm your exact model year against the fitment table above before ordering, and see the catalyst and warranty notes above for use with crackle\/burble tunes or launch control.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh Flow Cats FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill a crackle\/burble tune or launch control void the warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Catalysts are not designed to withstand ignition-cut crackle\/burble tunes or launch control, and use with either voids the warranty. If you run those features, budget for cats as a wear item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo these fit my car?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck the vehicle fitment table above, these are built for B8\/B8.5 S4, S5, Q5\/SQ5, C7\/C7.5 A6\/A7, and D4 A8, but do not fit C6 A6, 4L Q7, or 4M Q7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I need a tune with these?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot required on their own, but if paired with headers, a ported supercharger, or an overdrive pulley, a tune helps you get the most from the added flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 20px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eWhy Buy From Us?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eEnthusiast Designed \u0026amp; Tested:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed by people who actually drive and modify these cars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eTested on Our Own Cars:\u003c\/strong\u003e If we wouldn't run it ourselves, we don't sell it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eContinuous R\u0026amp;D:\u003c\/strong\u003e We continually develop and improve our products instead of relying on generic catalog parts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSupporting Audi Platform Development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your purchase helps fund continued development of new parts for these chassis.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eReal Enthusiast Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Get help from people who understand the platform, not ticket bots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSmall Team, Big Passion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every order directly supports continued product development and innovation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003ePerformance Without the Marketing Fluff:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built parts designed to perform.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh flow cats are frequently paired with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-audi-b8-b8-5-3-0t-supercharged-headers\"\u003eHEH Headers V2\u003c\/a\u003e - keep the flow gains coming from further upstream.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/test-pipes-audi-3-0-t-supercharged\"\u003e3.0T Supercharged Test Pipes V2\u003c\/a\u003e - for dedicated track cars that don't run catalysts at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-artus-sturm-supercharger-port\"\u003ePorted Supercharger Service\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/audi-30t-overdrive-crank-pulley\"\u003eTruDrive Crank Pulley\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrive the difference. 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Less welds + thicker pipes + heat shielding = unparalleled durability, zero rasp, and lower IATs. We beat the other guys, \u003ci\u003eNO CAP\u003c\/i\u003e (see what we did there?).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese are catless \u003cb\u003eAudi S4 test pipes\u003c\/b\u003e (also called race pipes, front pipes, or cat delete pipes) for the \u003cb\u003eB8\/B8.5 S4 3.0T supercharged\u003c\/b\u003e. They replace the factory front catalytic converters between the exhaust manifolds and the downpipes, and bolt up to OEM or aftermarket 2.5\" downpipes. The same pipes fit the S5, A4\/A5 (B8.5, non-US), A6, A7, A8, Q5, and SQ5 with the 3.0 TFSI supercharged V6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt Right, Not Just Built: The Ultimate B8\/B8.5 S4 Decat Solution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost \u003cb\u003eAudi S4 and 3.0T supercharged test pipes\u003c\/b\u003e on the market cut corners with thin materials, weak welds, and inflated price tags. At Vorsprung Autowerk, we weren't impressed. So, we engineered the V2 Series: the most durable, reliable, and headache-free decat solution ever built for the \u003cb\u003eAudi B8\/B8.5 S4, S5, C7 A6, A7, D4 A8, and Q5\/SQ5\u003c\/b\u003e platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy combining the best features from every 3.0T test pipe on the market and removing the compromises, we've created a heavy-duty set that makes every other option look unnecessary. And we didn't slap an \"Audi Tax\" on it either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Vorsprung V2 Test Pipes for Your S4?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur V2 design focuses on three core pillars: \u003cb\u003eDurability, Sound Quality, and Heat Management.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cb\u003eVORSPRUNG Spec 2.0mm Wall Thickness:\u003c\/b\u003e While the industry norm is a thin 1.56mm, we use heavy-duty 2.0mm T304 stainless steel. Thicker walls mean maximum durability, significantly less \"exhaust rasp,\" and superior heat retention for better exhaust velocity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cb\u003eTrue 2.5\" Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e Full 2.5\" tubing and flanges from manifold to downpipe, so there are no hidden choke points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cb\u003eSingle Mandrel Bent Piping:\u003c\/b\u003e One-piece mandrel bends eliminate unnecessary welds. Fewer failure points, unrestricted flow, and a stronger overall exhaust path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cb\u003eIntegrated Dual-Layer Metal Heat Shielding:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard on every V2 pipe, not a pricey add-on. Lower your Intake Air Temperatures (IATs) and protect surrounding engine bay components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cb\u003eTIG Welded \u0026amp; Back Purged:\u003c\/b\u003e Back-purging keeps internal welds smooth and structurally sound to handle high-boost, dual-pulley, Stage 2+ applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cb\u003eReinforced 10mm Flanges:\u003c\/b\u003e Internal and external reinforcement for a perfect OEM-style fit that will not warp or leak under extreme exhaust heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cb\u003eVibration Reduction:\u003c\/b\u003e Reinforced mounting points keep the system rigid, reducing stress and fatigue on your factory manifold studs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cb\u003eComplete Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e All hardware and gaskets included. Open the box, bolt them in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChasing a clean CEL-free setup? \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-autowerk-euro-6-o2-spacers-set-of-2-pair\"\u003eO2 spacers with Euro 6 coating are available here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAudi S4 Test Pipe Technical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVorsprung V2 Spec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustry Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eT304 Stainless Steel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT304 \/ T409 Stainless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWall Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e2.0mm (Heavy Duty)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.56mm - 1.65mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiameter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue 2.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eConstruction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Mandrel Bent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-piece Welded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWelding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTIG Welded \/ Back Purged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard MIG\/TIG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeat Shielding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded (Dual-Layer Metal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional or None\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlange Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10mm Reinforced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware \u0026amp; Gaskets\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarranty\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-fitment-section\" style=\"margin: 20px 0; font-family: inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; margin-bottom: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect bolt-on fit for Audi 3.0 TFSI supercharged (EA837) platforms: the 2010–2016 Audi S4 (B8 and B8.5), 2010–2012 S5 Cabriolet (B8), 2013–2017 S5 Coupe, Sportback and Cabriolet (B8.5), B8.5 A4 and A5 3.0T (non-US markets), 2012–2018 A6 and A7 (C7\/C7.5), 2011–2018 A8 (D4), 2013–2017 Q5 3.0T and 2014–2017 SQ5 (8R).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eS4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010–2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eS5 Cabriolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010–2012\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eS5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2013–2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA4 \/ A5 (non-US)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2012–2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eC7 \/ C7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2012–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eC7 \/ C7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2012–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eD4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2011–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eQ5 \/ SQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e8R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2013–2017 (SQ5 2014–2017)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Off-road \/ motorsport use only. Test pipes remove the catalytic converters entirely and are not designed to meet emissions standards. Does not fit C6 A6 or Q7 (4L). Have a 3.0T Audi Q7 (4M)? See our dedicated \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-autowerk-test-pipes-audi-q7-4m-3-0-supercharged-crec-2017-2019\"\u003eQ7 3.0T Test Pipes\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineered for Endurance, Guaranteed for Life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lifetime warranty is only useful if you don't have to use it. Replacing test pipes on a 3.0T is a labor-intensive \"subframe-drop\" job, and the last thing you want is to do it twice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's why every set of \u003cb\u003eVorsprung Autowerk\u003c\/b\u003e V2 test pipes carries a \u003cb\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/b\u003e. We're confident our 2.0mm, reinforced design will never leave you stranded or facing expensive re-installation labor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStop settling for thin pipes and weak welds. Upgrade to the Vorsprung V2, the last set of test pipes your Audi S4, S5, A6, A7, A8, or Q5 will ever need.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAudi S4 Test Pipes FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill these fit my Audi S4?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. They're engineered specifically for the 2010–2016 B8 and B8.5 Audi S4 3.0T supercharged, plus the S5, A6, A7, A8, Q5, and SQ5 3.0T models listed in the fitment table above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between test pipes and downpipes on the 3.0T?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the supercharged 3.0T, the catalytic converters sit in the front pipes right off the exhaust manifolds. Test pipes replace that front section and delete the cats. Downpipes are the next section back and connect to the mid-pipe. These test pipes bolt to OEM or aftermarket 2.5\" downpipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre test pipes street legal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Test pipes remove the catalytic converters entirely and are intended for off-road, track, and motorsport use only. If you need to stay emissions-compliant, choose our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/high-flow-cats-audi-3-0t-supercharged\"\u003eHigh Flow Cats\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a tune after installing test pipes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tune that accounts for the decat is strongly recommended. It gets the most out of the added flow and handles catalyst monitoring. Check with your tuner for the correct file.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill removing the cats trigger a check engine light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemoving the catalysts can trigger catalyst-efficiency codes on some ECUs. Pairing with Euro 6 O2 spacers (linked above) or a tune that accounts for the change can help. Check with your tuner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriver and passenger side test pipes with integrated dual-layer heat shielding, plus all required hardware and gaskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest pipes or High Flow Cats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest pipes are fully catless for maximum flow and track use. The High Flow Cats keep catalytic converters in place while still improving on the restrictive factory units. Choose based on how your car needs to be driven and registered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 20px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eWhy Buy From Us?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eEnthusiast Designed \u0026amp; Tested:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed by people who actually drive and modify these cars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eTested on Our Own Cars:\u003c\/strong\u003e If we wouldn't run it ourselves, we don't sell it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eContinuous R\u0026amp;D:\u003c\/strong\u003e We continually develop and improve our products instead of relying on generic catalog parts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSupporting Audi Platform Development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your purchase helps fund continued development of new parts for these chassis.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eReal Enthusiast Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Get help from people who understand the platform, not ticket bots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSmall Team, Big Passion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every order directly supports continued product development and innovation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003ePerformance Without the Marketing Fluff:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built parts designed to perform.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your S4 Exhaust Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest pipes are frequently paired with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-audi-b8-b8-5-3-0t-supercharged-headers\"\u003eHEH Headers V2 for Audi 3.0T\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-autowerk-euro-6-o2-spacers-set-of-2-pair\"\u003eEuro 6 O2 Spacers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/high-flow-cats-audi-3-0t-supercharged\"\u003eHigh Flow Cats\u003c\/a\u003e, if you'd rather keep catalytic converters than run fully catless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-artus-sturm-supercharger-port\"\u003ePorted Supercharger Service\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrive the difference. Drive Vorsprung.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Vorsprung Autowerk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51848862499119,"sku":null,"price":549.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0923\/5821\/3935\/files\/FullSizeRender.heic?v=1787976157"},{"product_id":"not-vorsprung-autowerk-headers-audi-3-0t-supercharged-headers","title":"Vorsprung Autowerk Audi 3.0T Supercharged Headers","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fef9c3; border: 1px solid #eab308; border-radius: 6px; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #92400e; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; padding: 3px 10px; border-radius: 4px; margin-right: 8px; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003ePre-Order\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #451a03; font-size: 0.9rem; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003ePre-order only. This limited run of 9 is arriving in late October 2026. Order now to claim one before they're gone for good.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Not Vorsprung Autowerk” Limited-Edition Headers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecause mistakes happen… and sometimes they're pretty nice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet’s get this out of the way up front: \u003cstrong\u003ethese are not our headers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeriously. They are \u003cstrong\u003e“Not Vorsprung Autowerk”\u003c\/strong\u003e headers. We didn’t design them, we didn’t plan them, and we definitely didn’t wake up one morning thinking, “Hey, let’s sell a batch of mystery headers as a collector’s item.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut here we are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to a \u003cem\u003esmall manufacturing oopsie\u003c\/em\u003e (the technical term), we ended up with material that needed to become something...so it became these. And honestly? They turned out… kinda great. They're exactly what you'd expect from any other brand that isn’t us: solid build, good fitment, and absolutely zero “artisanally hand-fabricated using moon rock dust” nonsense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’re Getting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA set of headers that are \u003cstrong\u003enot ours\u003c\/strong\u003e, but still totally functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo eternal wait times, no customs roulette, no “your package is currently in Luxembourg” tracking updates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA blank canvas you can wrap, coat, Cerakote, bedazzle, or whatever your heart desires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA weirdly charming backstory you can retell to your car friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Run of 9\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're calling them \u003cstrong\u003elimited-edition\u003c\/strong\u003e, because:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt sounds fancy, and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are literally only nine, ever. Once they’re gone, they’re \u003cem\u003egone gone\u003c\/em\u003e. No reruns. No secret stash in the back. No “just restock them” emails (please).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy owning automotive oddities with questionable origin stories but reliable performance, this might just be your kind of treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrab one before someone else does and before we start reconsidering all of our life decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The headers shown in this image may or may not be actual Not Vorsprung Autowerk headers… in fact, they may not even \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e be Vorsprung Autowerk headers. Interpret responsibly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-fitment-section\" style=\"margin: 20px 0; font-family: inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; margin-bottom: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese headers fit the Audi 3.0T V6 Supercharged platform across the B8\/B8.5 S4, B8\/B8.5 S5, B8\/B8.5 Q5, B8\/B8.5 SQ5, C7\/C7.5 A6, C7\/C7.5 A7, and D4 A8 chassis, per the table below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eS4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010-2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eS5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2013-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2014-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2011–2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eC7 \/ C7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010–2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eC7 \/ C7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2011–2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eD4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA4 NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A4 was never sold with the supercharged 3.0T in North America. The European-market B8.5 A4 3.0 TFSI (2012-2015) uses the same EA837 engine, so confirm your engine code before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS5 \/ A5 NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010-2012 fitment is the S5 Cabriolet only (the 2008-2012 S5 coupe has the 4.2 V8). The A5 was never sold with the supercharged 3.0T in North America; the European-market B8.5 A5 3.0 TFSI (2012-2016) uses the same EA837 engine, so confirm your engine code before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Off-road \/ motorsport use only. This product is not designed to meet any emissions standards and is not for street or highway use. This product is not certified and may not be legal for use on emissions-controlled vehicles in any country\/jurisdiction.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Vorsprung Autowerk Headers FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this actually a Vorsprung Autowerk product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot really, no. These came out of a manufacturing mix-up rather than our own design process, we're selling them as a one-off oddity because they're solid, functional headers, not because we're claiming credit for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill these fit my Audi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, if you're on the B8\/B8.5 S4, B8\/B8.5 S5, B8\/B8.5 Q5, B8\/B8.5 SQ5, C7\/C7.5 A6, C7\/C7.5 A7, or D4 A8, all 3.0T V6 Supercharged. See the fitment table above for exact years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these street legal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Off-road\/motorsport use only, they're not designed or certified to meet emissions standards, so keep them off the street in emissions-controlled areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they come finished, or do I need to coat them myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey ship bare, as a blank canvas. Wrap them, coat them, Cerakote them, or run them as-is, it's entirely up to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the warranty or return policy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince these aren't a standard Vorsprung-engineered part, they don't carry our usual warranty; they're sold as-is, novelty included at no extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill you restock these?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. There are nine, ever. Once this run sells out, that's the end of the \"Not Vorsprung Autowerk\" saga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen will my order ship?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a pre-order. The full run of 9 arrives in October 2026, and orders will ship as soon as they're in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 20px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eWhy Buy From Us?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eEnthusiast Designed \u0026amp; Tested:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed by people who actually drive and modify these cars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eTested on Our Own Cars:\u003c\/strong\u003e If we wouldn't run it ourselves, we don't sell it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eContinuous R\u0026amp;D:\u003c\/strong\u003e We continually develop and improve our products instead of relying on generic catalog parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSupporting Audi Platform Development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your purchase helps fund continued development of new parts for these chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eReal Enthusiast Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Get help from people who understand the platform, not ticket bots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSmall Team, Big Passion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every order directly supports continued product development and innovation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003ePerformance Without the Marketing Fluff:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built parts designed to perform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeaders are frequently paired with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/high-flow-cats-audi-3-0t-supercharged\"\u003eHigh Flow Cats\u003c\/a\u003e: a catted alternative to the restrictive factory converters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/test-pipes-audi-3-0-t-supercharged\"\u003eTest Pipes V2\u003c\/a\u003e — for track\/off-road builds running fully catless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-autowerk-euro-6-o2-spacers-set-of-2-pair\"\u003eEuro 6 O2 Spacers\u003c\/a\u003e — helps address catalyst-efficiency codes if you're running catless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrive the difference. Drive Vorsprung.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vorsprung Autowerk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52045034520879,"sku":null,"price":549.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0923\/5821\/3935\/files\/audi_3.0t_supercharged_s4_s5_q5_sq5_a6_a7.jpg?v=1787977109"},{"product_id":"vorsprung-shorty-headers-audi-3-0t-supercharged-performance-exhaust","title":"Vorsprung Shorty Headers | Audi 3.0T Supercharged Performance Exhaust","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"vsprng-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePRE-ORDER - This will hold your spot for Winter 26' delivery.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory exhaust manifolds on the 3.0T Supercharged V6 are cast iron \"log\" style units, built to a cost target, not a flow target. They restrict exhaust scavenging right where it matters most, choking off the throttle response and power your engine is actually capable of. If you've ever wondered why your supercharged V6 doesn't pull the way the spec sheet suggests, the stock manifolds are a big part of the answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVorsprung Autowerk Shorty Headers\u003c\/strong\u003e replace those restrictive cast log manifolds with tubular, mandrel-formed stainless steel construction engineered specifically for the 3.0T V6. Built at 2.0mm wall thickness and TIG welded with back purging throughout, these headers are made to handle real heat and real boost without cracking at the welds the way thinner, cheaper units do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt Different From the Cheap Stuff\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lot of headers on the market cut corners where you can't see them: thin-wall tubing, welds done without back purging (hello, oxidation and premature cracking), and flanges that were never actually CNC-matched to the block. Ours aren't that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003e2.0mm Wall Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e — Genuinely thick-wall stainless construction built to survive heat cycling and boost pressure long-term, not just look good on a spec sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eTIG Welded \u0026amp; Back Purged\u003c\/strong\u003e — Every weld is back purged to eliminate internal oxidation, producing cleaner, stronger joints that resist cracking where cheaper headers fail first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eCNC-Machined Flange\u003c\/strong\u003e — Precision-matched to the factory cylinder head for a perfect seal against the block. No leaks, no guesswork, no \"close enough.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eReal Silver Ceramic Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e — Not a cheap paint-on finish. 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Stop letting a restrictive cast manifold hold it back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: As with any header upgrade, plan on pairing this with a properly tuned ECU calibration to get the full benefit of the improved flow.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-fitment-section\" style=\"margin: 20px 0; font-family: inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; margin-bottom: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eS4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010-2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eS5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8 \/ B8.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2013-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eB8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2014-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eC7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2011–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eC7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2010–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eA8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eD4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2011–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T Supercharged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA4 NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e The A4 was never sold with the supercharged 3.0T in North America. 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The A5 was never sold with the supercharged 3.0T in North America; the European-market B8.5 A5 3.0 TFSI (2012-2016) uses the same EA837 engine, so confirm your engine code before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm your specific engine code and chassis before ordering, since 3.0T applications vary by drivetrain layout and generation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShorty Headers FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a tune after installing these headers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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