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The company was founded in 2001, shortly after BMW released the new MINI in Europe. Before the MINI became available in the United States, the owner and founder of Helix was already in the process of designing MINI performance parts for first generation models. Helix was the owner of the first left hand drive new MINI in the country, importing it from Gothenburg, Sweden in November of 2001. Since its inception, Helix has dedicated itself to producing top-quality performance parts for the MINI and BMW.
One of Helix's greatest contributions to the MINI and BMW aftermarket is the Helix intercooler. The original stepped-core design, built to increase flow, both through the core and across the face of the cooler, has revolutionized the intercooler market for both MINI and BMW. The BMW intercooler and MINI intercooler designed by Helix are part of an evolving catalogue that also includes:
- Helix MINI Short Shift Kit
- Helix MINI Cold Air Intake
- Helix MINI Adjustable Control Arms
- Helix BMW N54 Intake
- Helix BMW 135i and 335i Turbo Upgrade
If you have a winged or blue-and-white roundel on your vehicle, rely on Helix Motorsports for BMW and MINI tuning, testing, installs and repairs in Philadelphia.
| Business hours | 9-6 Mon-Fri EST |
| Installations | 10-5 Mon-Fri |
| Saturdays | Special Events |
Pick Up and Drop Off
Parking is available in the front of or directly behind the shop. Please do not park in one of the spaces behind our shop. We do not own this lot and unauthorized use will result in towing at the owner's expense!
Pick up and drop off after hours can be arranged. Please call the shop to arrange a time and to receive parking instructions to prevent a costly tow.
Payment
We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards except American Express as payment.
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Authorized Installers
| AE Performance | Chino, CA | 714-241-0298 |
| Auto Action Group Inc. | Union, NJ | 908-964-6290 |
| Autobar | Ville St Laurent, Quebec , Canada | 514-338-1001 |
| AutoDreams | Coral Springs, FL | 954-757-6742 |
| Autodynamica | Mexico DF , Mexico | 55-56819897 |
| Bay Bridge Motors | Oakland, CA | 510.208.3273 |
| Bev-Tech, Inc. | Bluffton, SC | 843-757-4889 |
| BRracing | Los Gatos, CA | 408-356-1515 |
| CBRD Speed Factory | York, PA | 717 751 2345 |
| Classic Motor Works | St. Andrews, Manitoba , Canada | 204-334-2415 |
| CMS Motorworks | Fresno, California | 559-320-0004 |
| Curry's Auto | Chantilly, VA | 703-502-0400 |
| Detroit Tuned | Clinton Twp, MI | 586-484-1158 |
| Dynasport Mini | Portland, OR | 503.241.1717 |
| Edge Motorworks | Dublin, CA | 925-479-0797 |
| Eurotek | Lima , Peru | |
| FFTEC Motorsports | Hayward, CA , United States | 510-475-5855 |
| Funktion Autogroup | Dulles, VA | 703-544-0015 |
| Grassroots Garage | Thomasville, NC | 336-476-8551 |
| Induktion Motorsports | Hanover, MD | 410-684-3900 |
| Johnny's Auto Clinic | San Pedro, CA | 310-521-0330 |
| MBW Motorsports | West Kingston, RI | 401-480-5988 |
| Mini Automotive | 28 St Quintin Park, Driffield , East Yorkshire | 01964 543507 |
| Mini Madness | Hillsboro, OR | 888-783-6294 |
| Mini Motors | Santa Rosa, CA | 707-570-0511 |
| MINICORSA | North Hollywood, Ca | 818-505-8240 |
| MINISpeed GR | Kallithea , Greece | +302103253390 |
| Motion Minis | Santa Cruz, CA | 831-460-9729 |
| Peak EuroSport | Wheat Ridge, CO | 303 421 0365 |
| Percision Auto Werks | Miami, FL | 305 591 7434 |
| Perfect Power | Libertyville, IL | 847-367-8837 |
| RDZ Motorsports | Danbury, CT | 203-628-7725 |
| Revolution Mini Works Inc | Irvine, California | (949) 456-9590 |
| Steve's Auto Clinic | North Hills, CA | 818-891-6109 |
| Streetside | 163 46 Spånga , Sweden | +46 70 446 60 50 |
| Swift Performance Automotive | norwich, ct | 8608231909 |
| T-Rex Motorsports | Tucson, AZ | 520-631-9951 |
| Way Motor Works | Indianapolis, IN | 317-201-8670 |
| World One Performance | Seattle, WA | 206-938-7974 |
The Dyno
If you want to acquire accurate readings of your engine's power output, visit Helix's dyno test facility in Philadelphia. For non-Philly dwellers with a palate for power, the shop with the dyamometer and dyno testing equipment is only a short drive for car enthusiasts living in New York City, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland. The shop is equipped with a Mustang MD-250 two-wheel eddy current dyno that's capable of measuring up to 750 wheel-HP.
Features of a our Mustang MD-250 Dyno:
- NEW! Fully integrated weather station that measures barometric pressure, temperature, and relative humidity in real time
- Wide Band O2 meter
What is the dynamometer designed for?
- Testing product HP claims.
- Measuring HP and torque over the entire RPM range.
- Graphing baseline performance against upgraded performance.
After a series of dyno tests are performed on your vehicle, you'll receive a printed sheet with an "HP vs. Torque" graph and your numbers. Keep it for your records, post in on forums, rub it in foes' faces, and have documented proof of your vehicle's power potential.
Dyno rates are $120/hour and group rates are avaiable.
If you have any questions about the proper use of dynamometers in tuning shops, please contact Helix at 267-335-4337.
Rates
Our shop rate is $95 per hour but many popular modifications and installations are billed at a flat rate. The table shows our flat rate installation prices. Price is for labor only unless otherwise noted (item price and tax will be added).
| Job Category | Price | Notes |
| ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN | - | - |
| Mini Cooper Clutch Replacement | $950 | Differential swap, add $200 labor + parts. Add $200 for All4 models |
| Quaife Limited Slip Differential Installation (MINI) | $1,150 | Add $200 for All4 Models |
| BMW Clutch Replacement (Most BMWs, Rear-Wheel Drive) | $665 | Add $200 for Most AWD Models |
| Cold Air Intake Installation (MINI) | $95 | Free installation when installed at the same time as a supercharger pulley for 1st Gen |
| Cylinder Head Installation (1st Gen MINI) | $570 | $950 for Second Gen Mini |
| DME/ECU Tuner Installation (BMW) | $95 | Starts at $95. Depending on model, can be upto 3 hours at $95 per hour. |
| Downpipes Installation (BMW) | $285-$380 | AWD models typically take longer |
| FMIC Install (MINI) | $190 | |
| FMIC Install (BMW) | $190 | If cutting is involved, there will be an extra charge depending on what is being cut. |
| BMW Big Turbo Kit Installation | $1,350 | For RB or Helix turbo upgrades, E8x/E9x |
| Supercharger Pulley Installation (MINI) | $355 | Price includes parts (15% Pulley), labor, and tax (8%). Add $20 for 17% pulleys. |
| Thermostat (MINI) | $190 | |
| Walnut Shell Blasting (MINI & BMW) SPECIAL! | $349 | For Direct Injected Motors |
| SUSPENSION/CHASSIS | - | Prices below do NOT include alignment. An alignment is ALWAYS recommend after doing any suspension work. |
| Coilovers (MINI) | $380 | |
| Coilovers (BMW) | $380 | Add 1 hour of labor at $95 for E93 3 Series convertible models |
| Springs (MINI) | $285 | |
| Springs and Shocks (MINI) | $285 | |
| Front Control Arm Bushings (MINI) | $285 | |
| Helix Short Shift Installation (MINI) | $95 | $47.50 when installed at the same time as exhaust for 1st and 2nd Gen Minis |
| BMW 135i/335i Short Shift Kit Installation | $285 | |
| Rear Sway Bar Installation (MINI) | $95 | $135 for Cabrio Models |
| Front Sway Bar Installation (BMW E9x/E8x) | $120 | |
| Rear Sway Bar Installation (BMW E9x/E8x) | $285 | |
| EXHAUST | ||
| Exhaust Installation (MINI) | $100 | Catback only. $130 for MINI Convertibles. Additional charge if welding |
| Exhaust Installation (Most BMWs) | $190 | Catback only. Additional charge if welding |
| MAINTENANCE/OTHER | - | - |
| Brake Service (Mini or BMW) | $95 | Per axle |
| Oil Change (MINI) | Varies | Price varies based on market price of parts and model. Please call the shop for a quote. |
| Oil Change (BMW) | Varies | Price varies based on market price of parts and model. Please call the shop for a quote. |
| Brake Fluid Flush | $95 |
* Prices may vary based on current market value of parts.
Installation Instructions
We recommend that many of our products be installed by a trained mechanic at a professional shop, but some you can tackle yourself. Installation instructions for those weekend warrior projects can be found HERE
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