VF-Engineering chose to supercharge the BMW E46 3 Series to improve throttle response and mid-to-top end power with the centrifugal Vortech supercharger. With the 3.0 liter version being a bored and stroked upgrade of the 2.8 motor, both variations are otherwise virtually identical. Maintaining the the original BMW quality, smoothness and reliability were the key factors in the VF design. This is where the VF software comes into full play. All kits are setup at 6 psi and create as much, if not more, power than similar products running greater levels of boost. VF have harnessed reliability of Vortech superchargers and quality of VF custom software with their 10 years of supercharging experience and worldwide OEM supply contacts to create the ultimate supercharger system for the ultimate driver’s car. VF engineers spent over 12 months software testing the BMW Bosch and Siemens ECUs and resolved stalling and MAF issues faced by other supercharger systems. Software flash technology and latest BMW file versions have all been employed to provide the cleanest and the most reliable method of software installation. VF engineers extensively re-wrote the ECU software using their own binary, assembly and disassembly algorithms written from scratch. Testing the software included extensive road and dyno test cycles, with acceleration and deceleration tests for drivability smoothness and ECU fuel management. All test cars were put through long term full throttle testing in conditions varying from wet cold climates to hot dry Arizona desert temperature for safe-optimal air fuel ratios and knock activity monitoring. Competently-written ECU software has allowed VF to fully explore the potential of the BMW engine, making over 40% more power in most applications.
All products are shipped out from one of the Signature Autohaus shipping locations. Signature Autohaus drop ships some products and ships direct others. All products are shipped via FedEx, UPS, DHL or another qualified shipping carrier.
Special arrangements may need to be made for international orders and oversize packages.
In the event a product arrives damaged to your location, please follow the steps listed below. All damaged items must be reported to the shipping carrier immediately and you must notify Signature Autohaus within 5 days of receiving your order. If these steps are not followed, your shipment may not be able to be a candidate for a claim.
Complete the Shipping DAMAGE Claim Form by contacting the carrier that delivered your package.
1) Keep the product and its original packaging and box
Make a list of the damaged or lost item(s)
2) Signature Autohaus will contact the shipper once we receive the email info above to schedule a pickup, DO NOT send it back to us
3) Once the product is picked up and inspected by Signature Autohaus and or Supplier, a replacement or credit will be issued.
4) The Shipping Rates shown at time of checkout our dimensional rate only. If your shipment weight is to much then contact us for a shipping quote. If there is an error in the shipping rate quoted we will contact you and let you know of the changes. International orders(Outside the USA) are not automatically processed as we may require additional information from you.
If a product is ordered and not wanted, the UNUSED item can be returned for a 35% restocking fee. Shipping is not refundable in either direction. All items wanting to be return MUST be reported within 30 days of the original invoice date. No items will be returnable after 30 days. All products shipped from the Signature Autohaus warehouse are shipped via FedEx or Freight and require a signature when delivered. Some packages shipped from the manufacturer may or may not require signatures for package release. Fedex, UPS, and DHL have package pick up locations if you are unable to sign for the package. If the package is returned to Signature Autohaus or manufacturer, you will be responsible for the return shipping costs and pay a 35% restocking fee. These fees will be charged to your account on file.
SIGNATURE AUTOHAUS DOES NOT REFUND SHIPPING CHARGES. If you modify, install, or alter the item in any form, we cannot accept it as a return, will not cover any expenses related to the product or installation, and you maybe be required to purchase a replacement.
In the event that the product you ordered is sent either incorrectly or processed wrong by Signature Autohaus, we will arrange for the package to come back to us and ship out a replacement. We will evaluate the situation before we determine the shipment was incorrect.
To return a item back to us, please do the following:
1. Contact our Customer Service Department to receive a RMA number. All packages returned without a Returned Merchandise Authorization number will be refused.
2. Package the item up in original packaging unless deemed unuseable
3. Include the UNUSED parts and any additional information that was included
4. Include a copy of your receipt
5. Write a brief description of the problem with the product
6. If you have a receipt for the return shipping include as well
7. We DO NOT accept any freight collect packages
8. Once we have received the above information we will notify you via email or phone and let you know the status.
