{"product_id":"vorsprung-autowerk-test-pipes-audi-q7-4m-3-0-supercharged-crec-2017-2019","title":"Vorsprung Autowerk Test Pipes, Audi Q7 4M 3.0 Supercharged CREC 2017-2019","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThis is a PRE-ORDER for September. Please note, we are only offering a dual-layer performance heat-shielded version as we believe this is critical to maintaining the comfort and performance expectations of the Q7.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnleash the Sound: Audi Q7 (4M) 3.0T Supercharged Test Pipes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your 4M Audi Q7 to the next level with the only dedicated test pipe solution currently on the market for this platform. Engineered for enthusiasts who demand maximum exhaust flow and a raw, aggressive soundtrack from their supercharged V6, these pipes eliminate the primary restriction in your exhaust system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMandrel-Bent Perfection:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike modular designs that rely on multiple welded sections, our pipes feature a \u003cb\u003esingle mandrel-bent construction\u003c\/b\u003e. This minimizes weld points, the common failure areas in exhaust systems, ensuring superior structural integrity and ultra-smooth internal airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThermal Management:\u003c\/b\u003e These are the only pipes in their class to feature \u003cb\u003edual-layer performance heat shielding\u003c\/b\u003e. This integrated protection keeps engine bay temperatures down, protecting your sensitive electronics and hoses from the intense heat generated by high-performance driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Duty Build:\u003c\/b\u003e While competitors often use thinner 1.5mm or 1.2mm tubing, our pipes are constructed from \u003cb\u003e2.0mm thick T304 stainless steel\u003c\/b\u003e. This added thickness provides a deeper exhaust note and prevents the \"tinny\" rasp often associated with cheaper test pipes. These are fully \u003cstrong\u003etig-welded and back-purged\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete Install Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e No trips to the hardware store required. Every set includes \u003cb\u003eall necessary gaskets and high-grade hardware\u003c\/b\u003e to ensure a leak-free seal right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudi Q7 (4M) 3.0T Supercharged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eT304 Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWall Thickness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.0mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eConstruction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle-piece Mandrel Bent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeat Protection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated Dual-Layer Shielding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy replacing the restrictive factory catalytic converters, you'll experience a significant reduction in backpressure. This translates to increased horsepower and torque throughout the powerband, and a transformational change in the 3.0T's acoustic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e These test pipes are intended for off-road and track use only. Please check your local emissions regulations before installing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpgrade your 4M Q7 with the strongest, most heat-efficient test pipes available.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-fitment-section\" style=\"margin: 20px 0; font-family: inherit;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.1rem; margin-bottom: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt specifically for the Audi Q7 (4M) 3.0T Supercharged, CREC-spec models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAudi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eQ7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2017-2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e3.0T V6 Supercharged (CREC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e CREC-spec only. Not sure about your engine code? Email us at help@vorsprungautowerk.com.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTest Pipes FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these test pipes street legal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo - these are catless test pipes intended for off-road\/track use only and are not legal for street or highway use in any emissions-controlled jurisdiction. If you need to keep your Q7 street-legal, see our catted \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-autowerk-sport-downpipes-audi-q7-4m-3-0t-supercharged\"\u003eSport Downpipes\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill removing my catalytic converters trigger a check engine light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRunning catless can trigger catalyst-efficiency codes on some ECUs. Check with your tuner about a tune or O2 spacers if you plan to run catless long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill these fit my Q7?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are built specifically for the Audi Q7 (4M) 3.0 Supercharged, CREC-spec models from 2017-2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 20px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eWhy Buy From Us?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eEnthusiast Designed \u0026amp; Tested:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed by people who actually drive and modify these cars.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eTested on Our Own Cars:\u003c\/strong\u003e If we wouldn't run it ourselves, we don't sell it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eContinuous R\u0026amp;D:\u003c\/strong\u003e We continually develop and improve our products instead of relying on generic catalog parts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSupporting Audi Platform Development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your purchase helps fund continued development of new parts for these chassis.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eReal Enthusiast Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Get help from people who understand the platform, not ticket bots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 14px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003eSmall Team, Big Passion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every order directly supports continued product development and innovation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0; display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"margin-right: 12px; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.2;\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color: #334155; font-size: 0.95rem; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #0f172a;\"\u003ePerformance Without the Marketing Fluff:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built parts designed to perform.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequently paired with these test pipes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-autowerk-sport-downpipes-audi-q7-4m-3-0t-supercharged\"\u003eSport Downpipes (Resonated)\u003c\/a\u003e — a catted, street-friendly alternative if you want flow gains while staying emissions-compliant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/products-audi-q7-30t-non-resonated-downpipes\"\u003eNon-Resonated Sport Downpipes\u003c\/a\u003e — another catted option, with a louder, more aggressive tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vorsprung-artus-sturm-supercharger-port\"\u003ePorted Supercharger Service\u003c\/a\u003e — pair added exhaust flow with a ported supercharger case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive the difference. 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