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MagnaFlow Sys Cat-Back 55-57 Chevy Bel Air V8 3inch

SKU: MAG16596

Exhaust Systems

MAG Catback Exhaust

MagnaFlow Sys Cat-Back 55-57 Chevy Bel Air V8 3inch

SKU: MAG16596

Exhaust Systems

MAG Catback Exhaust

A$3,205.94
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Description

The MagnaFlow Chevrolet Bel Air Street Series Crossmember-Back Performance Exhaust System brings enhanced engine sound and dyno-proven performance to your 4.3L, 4.6L Chevrolet Bel Air with a healthy helping of our deep, resonant signature exhaust note at Aggressive exterior and Moderate interior sound levels. Thanks to its durable, corrosion resistant stainless steel design, this Chevrolet Bel Air exhaust system will handle whatever tarmac you decide to leave your mark on. This performance exhaust kit features a crossmember-back layout designed to replace your Chevrolet Bel Air's exhaust system from the crossmember on back. With its fast-flowing, mandrel bent 3in. main piping and 2 Straight-Through mufflers ending in a Multiple Exit Options exit that you can enhance with tips of your choosing, your muscle car will be sounding as awesome as it looks. Extensive 3D scanning during development has resulted in a direct-fit design that you can easily install yourself. 16596 is produced using CNC precision robotic manufacturing techniques and is backed by MagnaFlow's limited lifetime construction warranty.

Product Overview

The MagnaFlow 1955-1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Street Series Crossmember-Back Performance Exhaust System brings enhanced engine sound and dyno-proven performance to your 4.3L, 4.6L 1955-1957 Chevrolet Bel Air with a healthy helping of our deep, resonant signature exhaust note at Aggressive exterior and Moderate interior sound levels. Thanks to its durable, corrosion resistant stainless steel design, this Chevrolet Bel Air exhaust system will handle whatever tarmac you decide to leave your mark on. This performance exhaust kit features a crossmember-back layout designed to replace your Chevrolet Bel Air's exhaust system from the crossmember on back. With its fast-flowing, mandrel bent 3in. main piping and 2 Straight-Through mufflers ending in a Multiple Exit Options exit that you can enhance with tips of your choosing, your muscle car will be sounding as awesome as it looks. Extensive 3D scanning during development has resulted in a direct-fit design that you can easily install yourself. 16596 is produced using CNC precision robotic manufacturing techniques and is backed by MagnaFlow's limited lifetime construction warranty.


Features and Benefits

  • Durable Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel Construction
  • CNC Precision Robotic Manufacturing Techniques
  • Dyno Proven Performance
  • Dyno-proven performance

Product Details

Anticipated Ship Out Time:Approximately 1-2 Days
Attachment Style:Weld-On
Attachment Type:Weld-On
Catalytic Converter Quantity:0
Clamp Type:Band Clamp
Clamping Type:Band Clamp
Clamps Included:Yes
Color/Finish:Stainless
Components:Band Clamp=8
Description:Street Series Stainless Crossmember-Back System
Exhaust Inlet Connection Type:Weld-On
Exhaust Pipe Material:Stainless
Exhaust Tip Quantity:0
Exhaust Type:Dual
Exit Location:Multiple Exit Options
Exit Position:Multiple Exit Options
Exit Quantity:Options
Exit Style:Multiple Exit Options
Finish:Stainless
Gasket Included:No
Gasket Or Seal Included:No
Hangers Included:Yes
Inlet Connection Type:Weld-On
Inlet Inside Diameter:3.000 in.
Inlet Type:Weld-On
Main Piping Diameter:3.000 in.
Material:Stainless
Mounting Bracket Included:No
Muffler Body Diameter:4.000 in. x 9.000 in.
Muffler Body Finish:Polished
Muffler Body Height:4.000 in.
Muffler Body Length:14.000 in.
Muffler Body Material:Stainless Steel
Muffler Body Shape:Oval
Muffler Body Width:9.000 in.
Muffler Count:2
Muffler Finish:Brushed
Muffler Material:Stainless Steel
Muffler Quantity:2
Muffler Type:Straight-Through
Outlet Outside Diameter:3.000 in.
Part Number:mag16596
Pipe Material:Stainless Steel
Prop 65 Y/N:No
Recommended Use:Performance
Series:Street
Sound Level:Moderate
Subtitle:Crossmember-Back Performance Exhaust System
Subtitles:Crossmember-Back
System Type:Crossmember Back
Tail Pipe Diameter:3.000 in.
Tip Diameter:N/A
Tip Quantity:0
Title:MagnaFlow 1955-1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Street Series Crossmember-Back Performance Exhaust System
Tubing Diameter:3.000 in.
Type:Crossmember-Back
Valve Included:No
Valve Type:None
WARNING CA Proposition 65:No
Warranty:Lifetime

Part Type

Exhaust System Kit

Data: v4.2 - Upd: 2026-10-12 02:43:20

Features

  • CNC Precision Robotic Manufacturing Techniques
  • Durable Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel Construction
  • Dyno Proven Performance
  • Dyno-proven performance

Specifications

Product Attributes - Brand
MagnaFlow
Product Attributes - Manufacturer's Part Number
16596
Product Attributes - Part Type
Exhaust Systems
Product Attributes - Product Line
MagnaFlow Street Series Performance Exhaust Systems
Product Attributes - UPC
841380050076
Product Attributes - System Material
409 stainless steel
Product Attributes - System Style
Crossmember back
Product Attributes - Exhaust Type
Dual
Product Attributes - Exit Location
Split rear/Split side
Product Attributes - System Finish
Natural
Product Attributes - Catalytic Converter(s) Included
No
Product Attributes - Intermediate Pipe Diameter (in.)
3.00 in.
Product Attributes - Muffler Included
Yes
Product Attributes - Muffler Quantity
Two
Product Attributes - Muffler Configuration
Single inlet/Single outlet
Product Attributes - Muffler Style
Perforated tube with packing
Product Attributes - Muffler Material
409 stainless steel
Product Attributes - Muffler Color
Polished
Product Attributes - Hardware Included
Yes
Product Attributes - Tailpipe Diameter (in.)
3.00 in.
Product Attributes - Tip Included
No
Product Attributes - Remanufactured
No
Product Attributes - Quantity
Sold as a kit.
Product Attributes - Notes
Depending on vehicle configuration, some modifications may be required. See installation instructions for details, if applicable. Includes optional tail pipes to exit out the rear or out the sides behind the tires
Product Attributes - Special Attention
It is illegal to install parts or components that bypass, defeat, or render inoperative the manufacturers’ technology and design necessary to reduce vehicle emissions to meet state and federal Clean Air Act standards.

Reference Information

Brand Name/s Magnaflow
StreetFX SKU mag16596
SFX Item ID 4284496
Supplier Item Code 4284496
Manufacturer SKU 16596
Manufacturer UPC 841380050076
Alternative References mpe-16596, MFL16596, 3inch

Compatibility

Application Data
  • Application NotesHardtop
    Bed Length Inches/CentimetersN/R, N/R
    Beginning Year1955
    Body StyleHardtop
    CC4343
    CID265
    DrivetrainRWD
    Ending Year1957
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Engine Size4.3L/265
    Engine TypeV8
    Extended Application Information2.5 (in)
    Liter4.3
    MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelBEL AIR
    RegionUSA
    SubmodelBASE
    TransmissionAutomatic
  • Application NotesHardtop
    Bed Length Inches/CentimetersN/R, N/R
    Beginning Year1955
    Body StyleHardtop
    CC4343
    CID265
    DrivetrainRWD
    Ending Year1957
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Engine Size4.3L/265
    Engine TypeV8
    Extended Application Information2.5 (in)
    Liter4.3
    MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelBEL AIR
    RegionUSA
    SubmodelBASE
    TransmissionManual
  • Application NotesSedan
    Bed Length Inches/CentimetersN/R, N/R
    Beginning Year1955
    Body StyleSedan
    CC4343
    CID265
    DrivetrainRWD
    Ending Year1957
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Engine Size4.3L/265
    Engine TypeV8
    Extended Application Information2.5 (in)
    Liter4.3
    MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelBEL AIR
    RegionUSA
    SubmodelBASE
    TransmissionAutomatic
  • Application NotesSedan
    Bed Length Inches/CentimetersN/R, N/R
    Beginning Year1955
    Body StyleSedan
    CC4343
    CID265
    DrivetrainRWD
    Ending Year1957
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Engine Size4.3L/265
    Engine TypeV8
    Extended Application Information2.5 (in)
    Liter4.3
    MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelBEL AIR
    RegionUSA
    SubmodelBASE
    TransmissionManual
  • Application NotesHardtop
    Bed Length Inches/CentimetersN/R, N/R
    Beginning Year1957
    Body StyleHardtop
    CC4638
    CID283
    DrivetrainRWD
    Ending Year1957
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Engine Size4.6L/283
    Engine TypeV8
    Extended Application Information2.5 (in)
    Liter4.6
    MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelBEL AIR
    RegionUSA
    SubmodelBASE
    TransmissionAutomatic
  • Application NotesHardtop
    Bed Length Inches/CentimetersN/R, N/R
    Beginning Year1957
    Body StyleHardtop
    CC4638
    CID283
    DrivetrainRWD
    Ending Year1957
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Engine Size4.6L/283
    Engine TypeV8
    Extended Application Information2.5 (in)
    Liter4.6
    MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelBEL AIR
    RegionUSA
    SubmodelBASE
    TransmissionManual
  • Application NotesSedan
    Bed Length Inches/CentimetersN/R, N/R
    Beginning Year1957
    Body StyleSedan
    CC4638
    CID283
    DrivetrainRWD
    Ending Year1957
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Engine Size4.6L/283
    Engine TypeV8
    Extended Application Information2.5 (in)
    Liter4.6
    MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelBEL AIR
    RegionUSA
    SubmodelBASE
    TransmissionAutomatic
  • Application NotesSedan
    Bed Length Inches/CentimetersN/R, N/R
    Beginning Year1957
    Body StyleSedan
    CC4638
    CID283
    DrivetrainRWD
    Ending Year1957
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Engine Size4.6L/283
    Engine TypeV8
    Extended Application Information2.5 (in)
    Liter4.6
    MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelBEL AIR
    RegionUSA
    SubmodelBASE
    TransmissionManual

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