{"product_id":"fwd-audi-8y-a3-race-downpipe-vw-mk8-gti-race-downpipe-palenon-performance","title":"FWD Audi 8Y A3 Race Downpipe \u0026 VW MK8 GTI Race Downpipe - Palenon Performance","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePalenon Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5″ Stainless Steel Race Downpipe is engineered for the EVO4 FWD MK8 VW GTI and Audi 8Y A3, delivering a significant upgrade over the restrictive factory unit. 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