{"product_id":"customized-audi-r8-v8-4-2-2008-2020-ss304-exhaust-manifold-high-performance-exhaust-system-catless-heat-wrapped-exhaust-manifold","title":"VCTR Performance Audi R8 V8 4.2 Catless Exhaust Manifold — Heat Wrapped","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis catless SS304 exhaust manifold removes the factory catalytic restriction entirely from the R8 V8's 4.2 FSI — opening up exhaust scavenging from both banks at once. Heat-wrapped construction manages the additional thermal load that comes with a catless setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Upgrade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatless design removes the primary restriction at the cylinder head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-wrapped construction for underbonnet thermal management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSS304 stainless steel for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved exhaust scavenging across the rev range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for the Drive, Not Just the Dyno\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA naturally aspirated V8 has no boost to compensate for a restrictive manifold — every bit of exhaust scavenging lost at the cylinder head is lost for good. Going catless is the clearest sign a build has moved past stock thinking, and the heat wrap means that decision doesn't cook everything around it in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAudi R8 V8 4.2 FSI (2008–2020)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCatless unit — for off-road and motorsport use. Check local emissions regulations before fitting to a road-registered vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatless exhaust manifold assembly (pair), heat-wrapped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied gaskets and installation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: SS304 Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 1.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatalyst: None (catless)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures: Heat-wrapped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine: V8 4.2 FSI naturally aspirated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment: OEM head flange replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirmed fitment by chassis and engine code before you buy, not after\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorldwide shipping, cost calculated at checkout for your destination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralian Consumer Law returns on all unused, unfitted parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuestions about your specific build? Message us — real people, real platform knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour order is carefully inspected before dispatch and backed by VCTR Performance support. For product availability, shipping estimates or fitment assistance, contact our team.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VCTR","offers":[{"title":"VCTR Performance \/ VCTR Performance","offer_id":52519630537024,"sku":"100007928:-2#Exhaust Manifold;191284006:-1#100CM*40CM*30CM","price":3899.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/1152\/0064\/files\/ChatGPTImageJun22_2026_02_07_28PM.png?v=1782101283","url":"https:\/\/shop.vctrperformance.com\/products\/customized-audi-r8-v8-4-2-2008-2020-ss304-exhaust-manifold-high-performance-exhaust-system-catless-heat-wrapped-exhaust-manifold","provider":"VCTR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}