Does SOUL Performance make competition headers for the 982?

Yes. The SOUL Performance 982 Competition Headers is built by SOUL Performance for the 982 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 and Cayman GT4 / Spyder / GTS 4.0.

Which models does this fit?

The Competition Headers is engineered for the 982 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 and Cayman GT4 / Spyder / GTS 4.0. Fitment is specific to the chassis and model years listed in the Applications section above.

How does it change the sound?

SOUL engineers the Competition Headers to sharpen tone and character while controlling unwanted resonance. The final sound depends on the rest of your setup.

Is an ECU tune required?

A tune is not required to fit the Competition Headers. Many owners add a tune to maximize the gains.

How is it constructed?

SOUL builds the Competition Headers from durable mandrel-bent stainless steel with precise, fixture-tested fitment.

Is professional installation recommended?

Yes. We recommend installing the Competition Headers through a qualified technician to ensure correct fitment and a proper seal.

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SOUL Performance Competition Headers for 982 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 and Cayman GT4 / Spyder / GTS 4.0

SOUL Performance’s Competition Headers for 982 Porsche 718 replace the heavy, restrictive factory manifolds and pipes with a freer-flowing, track-focused layout that delivers stronger response and a more aggressive exhaust note. These headers install as a direct bolt-on upgrade and cut meaningful weight in comparison to Factory Equipment, with smooth-radius, large-diameter primaries and a performance-oriented collector using merge spikes to improve flow. Each set is assembled in-house in the USA from mandrel-bent, thick-wall T304L stainless steel with durable back-purged TIG welds, then quality-checked and foam packed with new high-grade hardware and OEM three-bolt gaskets included.

Development and Testing

SOUL Performance explains that the factory headers are engineered to be inexpensive and simple to produce while meeting restrictive emissions requirements, which can limit performance. The OEM setup typically relies on pressed flanges, flattened primary tubing, generic collectors, and restrictive factory hardware, reducing both sound and output. By refining the transition from the flange to the primaries, using smooth-radius large-diameter bends, and incorporating a performance-oriented collector with merge spikes, SOUL Performance achieves improved flow, quicker response, and stronger performance, paired with a more aggressive exhaust note to match.

Construction

SOUL Performance assembles each set of Competition Headers for 982 Porsche 718 in-house in the USA from mandrel-bent, thick-wall T304L stainless steel. Back-purged TIG welding using ARCAL Prime argon gas ensures proper weld penetration and long-term durability, especially for track use. Cast head flanges provide a smooth transition from the exhaust ports into the runners, while water-jet cut exhaust flanges are produced to ISO 9001:2015 standards for exceptional precision. During fabrication, SOUL Performance uses thick-gauge aluminum fixtures that act as heat sinks during welding and help prevent warping in both the headers and the fixtures, supporting consistent, precise fitment.

Bolt-On and Go

Each SOUL Performance product is test-fit in a dedicated fixture to verify precise fitment, then foam packed to help ensure it arrives in perfect condition. Detailed installation instructions are included for a straightforward install that most DIY enthusiasts can complete. New high-grade hardware is provided for the header-to-exhaust flanges.

Features

Freer-flowing design for quicker response and a more aggressive exhaust note
Smooth-radius, large-diameter primaries with merge-spike collectors for improved flow
Cast head flanges for a smooth transition from the exhaust ports into the runners
In-house USA-built with back-purged TIG welds using ARCAL Prime argon gas
Water-jet cut exhaust flanges produced to ISO 9001:2015 standards
Test-fit, foam packed, and includes OEM three-bolt gaskets and new high-grade hardware

Specifications

Material: Mandrel-bent, thick-wall T304L stainless steel
Wall thickness: 0.065in
Header set weight: 18.45lb
Factory component weight: 25.7lb
Weight savings: 7.25lb (3.2kg) in comparison to Factory Equipment
Flange tolerance: ±0.003in

Applications

Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0: 982 | 2020-2025 | MDG, 4.0L F6
Porsche 718 Cayman GT4: 982 | 2020-2025 | MA2.71-4.0L F6
Porsche 718 Cayman GTS 4.0: 982 | 2020-2025 | MA2.70-4.0L F6
Porsche 718 Spyder: 982 | 2020-2025 | MA2.71-4.0L F6

Notes

Does not fit the 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the SOUL Performance Competition Headers for 982 Porsche 718 made from? The Competition Headers for 982 Porsche 718 are assembled in-house in the USA from mandrel-bent, thick-wall 0.065in T304L stainless steel. Back-purged TIG welding with ARCAL Prime argon gas ensures proper weld penetration for track durability, and the water-jet cut exhaust flanges are produced to ISO 9001:2015 standards with ±0.003in tolerances for precise alignment.
Which models do these Competition Headers fit? These headers are engineered for the 982 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0, Cayman GT4, Cayman GTS 4.0, and Spyder, all running the 4.0L flat-six. The Clubsport is not covered. Fitment is specific to the chassis, model years, and engines listed in the Applications section above.
How much weight do they save over the factory headers? The set weighs 18.45lb against 25.7lb for the factory components, a saving of 7.25lb (3.2kg). That reduction comes from the thinner-wall mandrel-bent tubing and the elimination of the heavy cast factory manifold assemblies, and it sits low and central in the chassis where it matters most.
Do they change the exhaust note? Yes. The freer-flowing primaries and merge-spike collector produce a more aggressive, harder-edged tone than the factory manifolds, particularly at higher rpm. The exact character depends on the rest of the exhaust system behind them, including whether a sport or race muffler section is fitted.
Is an ECU tune required? No. A tune is not required for installation. Many owners add a custom tune to take full advantage of the improved flow and to address any check engine lights that may appear, and SOUL Performance recommends a tune for owners chasing maximum output from the combination.
Is professional installation recommended? Yes. Header installation on the 718 4.0L platform involves significant disassembly, so we recommend a qualified technician to ensure correct fitment, proper torque on the flanges, and a leak-free seal. Detailed installation instructions and new high-grade hardware are included in the box.

About SOUL Performance

SOUL Performance Products was founded by a group of automotive enthusiasts with deep industry experience and a commitment to doing right by their customers. Their mission is to deliver outstanding performance parts at fair pricing, backed by quality service and one of the best warranties in the industry. SOUL develops high-performance exhaust systems and components that are engineered for exceptional sound and proven performance, with products ready to ship quickly worldwide. Guided by core values of honesty, transparency, and passion for cars, they build strong community connections and prioritize customer satisfaction at every step. Operating out of a dedicated facility in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, SOUL combines hands-on research, engineering, and manufacturing expertise to create parts that meet and exceed the demands of serious enthusiasts.

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Items that are in stock in the US, either at Bulletproof’s warehouse or at a supplier’s warehouse, are generally delivered within 7-10 days. Special order items from overseas take considerably longer. As a courtesy Bulletproof offers delivery estimates to our customers which take into consideration manufacturer availability and shipping schedule. These estimates represent our best guess based on previous orders from the manufacturer and do not in any way imply a guaranteed delivery window. Many manufacturers work in a “just in time” inventory system and often take 2-20+ weeks to produce an item once an order is submitted. All deliverable items are then sent to our Japanese warehouse. Bulletproof ships a minimum of one full ocean freight container every month from Japan, oftentimes more than one a month. Ocean freight takes an average of 4 weeks. Typically it breaks down to one week in Japan for paperwork and customs, two weeks by boat and one week in US customs/clearance. Due to the wide number of variables between manufacturer and shipping schedules, delivery estimates are simply just that – estimates. We attempt to estimate conservatively and we usually deliver faster than our estimates suggest. It is not Bulletproof’s policy to guarantee delivery time of any special order item, this is impossible for us to do. By ordering you acknowledge that there is no required delivery ETA and an order may not be canceled or altered due to manufacturing or shipping delays, all ETA’s are provided as a best guess only. Please review the full Terms & Conditions here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About SOUL Performance

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