TunedMercedes Air Inlet for E-Class or CLS Class

$303.00

Hand-Made Front Air Inlets — Bespoke inlet ducts for E-Class / CLS that look as good as they flow. Built in small batches (hand-finished), designed to pair with TunedMercedes sealed intake, BlackBoost v1, or OEM airboxes. Cleaner bay, better ducting, reversible install.

7 in stock

Categories: Air Intakes, TunedMercedes

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TunedMercedes Air Inlet — E-Class / CLS (Hand-Made)

If you hate the way the factory snorkels look, these are for you. Hand-made, process-intensive inlet ducts that clean up the bay and feed your boxes properly — compatible with TunedMercedes sealed intakes, BlackBoost v1, or OEM.

Hand-Made • Small Batch
Reversible Install
Pairs with TM / BB v1 / OEM
Heat & Weather Friendly

Why Owners Choose These

Looks: a proper, intentional inlet that matches premium engine bays.
Flow Path: smoother cross-section and radius vs. factory snorkels to reduce turbulence into the box.
Fit: designed to land perfectly with TunedMercedes sealed boxes, BlackBoost v1, or the OEM airbox mouth.

Build & Finish

Construction: composite polymer with internal fillets and ribs; hand-finished sealing edges.
Finish options: satin black, matte texture, or show gloss (limited). Custom colors on request.
Heat/Weather: materials chosen for under-hood temps; optional reflective heat sleeve where routing is tight.

Every set is individually finished — minor variations are a sign of hand craft, not defects.

Compatibility

Chassis: E-Class and CLS platforms using the front snorkel-style inlets (e.g., W212 E/CLS, W218 CLS). Ask about W213/W257 variants.
Airboxes: TunedMercedes Sealed Intake, BlackBoost v1, or OEM boxes.

Note: BlackBoost v2 uses a different front geometry — message us for fit confirmation.

Install (about 30–60 minutes)

Key OFF; remove the plastic cover/trim over the snorkel area.
Unclip and remove factory snorkel(s).
Seat our inlet; confirm seal at the box mouth (OEM/TM/BB v1).
Route away from hot turbine/headers; secure with provided clips/fasteners.
Reinstall trim; start the car; verify no contact/whistle.

Reversible install — no permanent modification required on supported setups.

What’s Included

Left + right inlet ducts (pair).
Sealing foam where needed, clips/fasteners, and a quick-start card.
Optional reflective sleeve (select variant) for tight spots near heat.

Options & Lead Time

Finishes: Satin Black (standard), Matte Texture (popular), Show Gloss (limited).
Variants: OEM airbox / TunedMercedes sealed / BlackBoost v1 mouth.
Lead time: Typically 2–4 weeks due to hand finishing. Rush builds available — message us.

FAQs

Do these change power?

They’re primarily a ducting & aesthetic upgrade. By smoothing the inlet path, they can reduce turbulence and pressure loss into the box; pair with our sealed intake for measurable gains.

Will they work with my intake?

Yes — choose the correct variant for OEM, TunedMercedes sealed, or BlackBoost v1. For BB v2 or other boxes, send a photo and we’ll confirm.

Any cutting or splicing?

No cutting of bodywork on supported chassis. Wiring stays untouched; if you’re relocating MAP/IAT, add our MAP Sensor Extender.

Finish care?

Use pH-neutral soap and microfiber. Avoid harsh solvents or abrasives. We offer refinish service if you want to swap from satin to gloss later.

Popular Pairings

TunedMercedes Sealed Intake — built to meet these inlets perfectly.
MAP Sensor Extender — clean routing, no splicing.
ECU Tune — calibrations that complement improved inlet ducting.

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Every set is hand-made to order. Minor surface variation is normal. If you need a specific finish date for an event, let us know and we’ll schedule your build window.

Air Inlet for E-Class or CLS Class. Please specify if you have factory boxes or after market air intake. On printed parts do not tighten past resistance.