{"product_id":"exhaust-headers-for-mercedes-benz-s500-1999-2006-5-0l-v8","title":"Exhaust Headers for Mercedes Benz S500 (1999-2006) 5.0L V8","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Flow Exhaust Headers for 1999-2006 Mercedes Benz S-Class (M113 \/ W220)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces restrictive factory exhaust manifolds with mid-length, high-flow headers to significantly reduce exhaust gas back pressure and optimize cylinder scavenging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Stock S-Class Exhaust Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eOEM Mercedes-Benz W220 exhaust manifolds are designed primarily for packaging efficiency and strict emissions compliance, utilizing narrow, cast-log style runners. This restrictive factory configuration creates substantial exhaust gas back pressure, increasing heat soak in the engine bay and limiting the volumetric efficiency of the 5.0L V8. The choked flow inherently restricts the engine's natural exhaust scavenging capability, stifling upper-RPM horsepower and muting the authentic exhaust note of the naturally aspirated M113 architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThese mid-length aftermarket headers resolve factory bottlenecks by utilizing wider diameter tubing and optimized flow paths, specifically engineered to lower back pressure and accelerate exhaust gas velocity. By removing the immediate obstruction post-exhaust port, these headers enhance cylinder evacuation, allowing the engine to breathe effectively. Naturally aspirated V8s typically gain 7 to 10 percent in horsepower and torque, while supercharged applications can yield up to a 15 percent increase. These header kits include downpipes and require professional TIG or MIG welding to mate seamlessly with your existing exhaust system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1999-2006 Mercedes Benz S-Class (S500)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eM113 5.0L V8 \/ W220\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e302 hp \/ 339 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n \n  \u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Installation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFits LHD and RHD vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz SL55 AMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz CLS55 AMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz E55 AMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz C55 AMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz SL500 AMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz CLS500 AMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMercedes-Benz E500 AMG\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Competition use only. Off-road certification required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Specific Installation Warnings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eW211 (E-Class) → Steering shaft interference common\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eW220 \/ C215 (S \/ CL) → Subframe clearance issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eR230 (SL) → Tight around transmission tunnel\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eW203 (C55 AMG) → Extremely tight engine bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Mercedes Benz Precision Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEngineered for the rigorous demands of European performance tuning, these headers provide the precise exhaust flow dynamics required to extract maximum horsepower and an aggressive exhaust note, without triggering restrictive OEM performance safeguards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48299715526904,"sku":"DS-E33L6Z9QC","price":589.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/exhaust-headers-for-mercedes-benz-s500-1999-2006-5-0l-v8-1.jpg?v=1777522121","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/exhaust-headers-for-mercedes-benz-s500-1999-2006-5-0l-v8","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}