Capristo exhaust system (racing)
Mercedes-Benz S500 Coupé / Cabriolet (C217 / A217)
Racing-oriented exhaust system for the Mercedes-Benz S500 – uncompromising sound development, maximum free exhaust flow and consistent performance design without regard for comfort or noise limits.
Description
The Capristo racing exhaust system for the Mercedes-Benz S500 Coupé and Cabriolet (C217 / A217) was developed specifically for performance- and sound-oriented applications. The focus is on a fully flow-optimized design for the V8 engine, engineered without regard for noise or emission limits. The result is an unfiltered, highly present, and aggressive V8 sound that acoustically elevates the luxurious S-Class to an uncompromising performance league.
Sound character
- Very loud, uncompromising V8 sound
- Direct, unfiltered acoustics
- High sound pressure under load
- Racetrack-like, aggressive sound signature
- No consideration for comfort or noise limits.
Technology & Construction
- Racing-oriented stainless steel construction
- Maximum flow-optimized pipe routing
- Significantly reduced sound insulation
- Weight-optimized design
- Designed for high continuous thermal stress
Driving Operation & Performance
- Extremely free exhaust gas flow
- Significantly reduced exhaust back pressure
- Very direct throttle response
- Unadulterated speed increase
- Consistent design for racetracks, events and export
Advantages over standard exhaust system
- Maximum sound and performance development
- Racing character without compromise
- Significantly freer exhaust gas flow
- Exclusive Capristo racing setup
- High-quality workmanship and materials
compatibility
- Mercedes-Benz S500 Coupé (C217)
- Mercedes-Benz S500 Cabriolet (A217)
Suitable exclusively for the S500 Coupé and Cabriolet variants.
Notes
Racing equipment – not approved for use on public roads.
Not street legal. Intended exclusively for motorsport, racing, or export vehicles. Installation should only be carried out by a qualified specialist workshop .
Important instructions!
The use of sports catalytic converters, replacement pipes and manual valve controls (EVCU-1, E2P, E2E, FB-Kit, CLS-1, Performance Box) is not permitted on public roads in Germany and partly also in other countries.
These are parts for vehicles without road approval, racing vehicles, or for testing purposes on engine test benches. Please be sure to observe the legal regulations in your country. Sports exhaust systems and control units that are not approved for public road use are intended exclusively for racing purposes and for use on private, closed racetracks. Use on public roads is at your own risk. Before installing the exhaust system, the buyer must ensure that the system is permitted for use in their country.
We expressly point out that you should avoid revving the engine while stationary, as this could cause large flames to shoot out. These flames could damage vehicles and people in the immediate vicinity.
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