VCTR Performance Mercedes-AMG C63 W204 (M156) Exhaust Manifold Upgrade

Why Upgrade?

• Long tube header design for improved exhaust scavenging versus short tube OEM
• Catted mid pipes retain catalytic function for road use
• Significantly improved exhaust flow from the M156 V8
• Deeper, more characterful M156 exhaust note

Engineering Focus

Long tube headers combined with catted mid pipes replace the full factory exhaust manifold and mid section on the W204 C63. The long tube design improves scavenging across the RPM range — a meaningful upgrade over the factory short-runner manifolds.

Built for the Drive, Not Just the Dyno

Short-runner manifolds are a manufacturing and packaging compromise, not a performance choice — long tube headers fix the scavenging losses that come with that compromise across the entire rev range, not just at one point on a dyno chart. On a naturally aspirated V8 with no boost to mask the difference, that's where it actually counts.

Fitment

Compatible with:

• Mercedes-AMG C63 W204 M156 6.2L V8 (2008–2012)

What's Included

• Long tube header assembly (pair)
• Catted mid pipe assembly (pair)
• Supplied gaskets and installation hardware

Specifications

• Material: Stainless Steel
• Catalyst: Catted mid pipes included
• Engine: M156 6.2L V8 naturally aspirated
• Design: Long tube headers

Shipping & Fit

• Confirmed fitment by chassis and engine code before you buy, not after
• Worldwide shipping, cost calculated at checkout for your destination
• Australian Consumer Law returns on all unused, unfitted parts
• Questions about your specific build? Message us — real people, real platform knowledge

Delivery & Support

Your order is carefully inspected before dispatch and backed by VCTR Performance support. For product availability, shipping estimates or fitment assistance, contact our team.