[M3Dreaming]

As I wrap up all the preventative maintenance for my E92, I am starting to look toward vehicle optimization. I am going to do the basics first, Stage 1 and DCT tunes, with a few other small tweaks (reflector deletes).

Now, I am wondering how to make my car sound best, and I realize how subjective this is, so I figured I'd welcome everyone's feedback

I am not the most knowledgeable when it comes to autos but have done some basic research and have read up on past posts on this forum.

I am contemplating 3 different options and would welcome all feedback:

1. Exhaust upgrade: I was eyeing the Armytrix Valvetronic Titanium exhaust, but havent seen enough feedback to determine if this is the right call. I like the idea of having valves because I will daily this car sometimes, and I dont want to aggravate my neighbors if I don't have to. In my humble opinion, titanium sounds better than SS, but I am far from an expert.

2. Carbon Fiber Plenum: Have heard these in person and they sound amazing. Have thought about one of these as well. The one I heard had an aftermarket exhaust on it, so I am not sure how good these sound standalone. I think the exhaust note tone gets deeper, but I would also like to add a bit of volume, so perhaps this wouldn't be the best initial next step.

3. X Pipe vs. test Pipe: I live in a state that requires cats, so I am pretty sure I wouldn't be able to get these, but someone more knowledgeable please let me know if this assumption is incorrect. Maybe I could do an x pipe but not test pipes?

In summary: I would ideally do 2 or 3 of these, but given I have a budget of ~3k, would like to pick one to do first. Any guidance or insight from anyone on which to start with? Again, I realize this is entirely subjective, so all should feel free to weigh in.