OVERVIEW
The aFe BladeRunner GT Series intercooler is a larger, more efficient front-mount replacement for the factory unit on the N55 F-chassis 335i and M235i. It lowers charge-air temperatures for more consistent power. Choose the intercooler on its own or the kit that adds an aFe charge tube.
SPECS
- BladeRunner GT Series bar-and-plate intercooler core
- Larger frontal area and thickness than the factory unit
- Direct front-mount fit
- Available as intercooler-only or with a matched charge tube
PARTS INCLUDED
- BladeRunner GT intercooler
- Charge tube (with the Intercooler + Charge Tube option)
- Couplers, clamps and hardware
TECH RESOURCES
Additional Parts Required
- None. aFe specifies no additional hardware for this intercooler.
Installation
- aFe 46-20231 intercooler installation instructions (PDF)
- aFe 46-20233 intercooler + charge tube installation instructions (PDF)
Notes
- Kit (intercooler only vs. intercooler + charge tube) is selected at the variant level.
PART NUMBER
- 46-20231 — Intercooler
- 46-20233-B — Intercooler + Charge Tube
VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
| Make | Model | Chassis | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | 335i | F30 | N55 3.0L Turbo I6 | 2012–2015 |
| BMW | M235i | F22 / F23 | N55 3.0L Turbo I6 | 2014–2016 |

