This K&N intake is great for Mini Cooper S owners who want to enhance their car's performance. Whether you're a daily commuter or a weekend racer, it can provide a power boost. It features a mandrel - bent aluminum intake tube and an oversized conical filter. It helps protect intake air from high engine bay temperatures with a custom heat shield or air box. Installation is quick, and the filter can last up to 100,000 miles under normal highway driving.