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This thread & feedback from M- Performance owners has sealed the deal on my decision
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Meisterschaft or Stoptech BBK? Which would be your choice?
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01-09-2013, 08:15 AM | #49 | |
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not sure if its ghetto but when i did mine... I cut the top opening and sealed it and painted the can with high heat black paint and top it off with a performance exhaust Black chrome tip.. spend 300 including the tips... i guarantee you it was not close to ghetto.. sound was good no drone, and still feels like OEM... when the M Performance came out it was overly hyped. people were praising how good it sound, regards to quality for 3k, it looks like shit. people i know that owned it started to sell it and opted for another exhaust.. Yes we all know the reason why it was expensive due to the material of the exhaust but if your looking for sound.. I suggest you do the exhaust mod... I opted for version one because Version 2 and Version 3 is just freakin insane... but then again we all have different ears so i suggest to find someone in your local area and start there. I opted for Akra Slip on due to the sound and quality.. I compared both and the OEM M performance exhaust is just not even close.
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01-09-2013, 08:23 AM | #50 |
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it drones like shit when you add an xpipe..
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01-09-2013, 09:17 AM | #52 | |
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I guess it is a matter of opinion as I have zero complaints with mine and love the sound. Not too loud and not to soft.
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01-09-2013, 10:02 AM | #53 | |
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Interesting opinion on the looks dept... I love the ///M engraved emblems. Quality is top notch.
For anyone considering this exhaust, give it 6-12 months/10,000 miles for the sound to fully develop. However, this exhaust will not be the loudest on normal throttle. At full throttle, it's pretty loud, but not like some of the others, where the loudness/drone completely drowns out the beautiful engine induction noise. Quote:
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01-09-2013, 12:14 PM | #54 |
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I wasn't crazy about the low hanging cans and steathly appearance of the tips with the inner tip black paint. So, I just painted the cans black and removed the inner tip paint, easy breezy. I love the results, the tips pop now and the low hangers practically disappeared. Here's a couple of pics I think I've posted before just to give you an idea.
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01-09-2013, 01:14 PM | #55 | |
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There is nothing "performance" about exhaust. Perhaps you're looking for the right sound that suite you with less money, but I also purchased the right sound that suite mine. So to each of his own. I don't think it's correct to say your money or my money could be better spend elsewhere. What about if I say if you're looking for performance, why get an M3? Your money is better spent on a stock Cayman R that can kill a M3 with ease (http://www.automobilemag.com/reviews...r/viewall.html). To answer your question, Meisterschaft or Stoptech BBK? I'll get both if I want to. They are not same type of mod and money is still well-spent for both. |
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01-09-2013, 01:24 PM | #56 | |
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I did not do the OEM mod because it looks even shittier and ghetto. Just my thought. |
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By the way, I noticed that a lot of people are quite obssessed with the exhaust tone revving while the car is not moving. Sound and tone for MPE is completely different when car is in motion, especially for a drive-by.
I took my car to get a tune from Mike and he tested the tune and did a quick drive-by. Holly Shit!!! It's the first time I'd ever hear my MPE in full rev while not driving it. LOVE the sound of it. The MPE doesn't sound much in cabin and doesn't sound much different from OEM mod sitting still, but to hear from a 1st gear drive-by it sounds completely different! A lot like a V8 GT in high end high revving cars like Maserati and Ferrari. |
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Funny you mention this I just bought FlameProof paint to do this to my MPE cans, looks much better! What did you use to remove the paint from the tips? Cheers, Axis
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A soft wire brush attachment on my Dremel, then a buffer attachment. No chemicals used, the paint came off easily. It has a nice raw look to it now. It also made the tips look bigger than before. That black paint just hid them too much for me. One of my best mods, mom would be proud!
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You will not be disappointed. I love my MPE. After it is broken in, it sounds even better. When very hot (after a track session or a very spirited drive) it is pure bliss . BTW no drone at all. I have to admit that the OEM mod option does sound great and is probably the best bang for the buck in terms of sound improvement. However, having heard both side by side, I can attest that the MPE and OEM mod do not sound the same. The MPE sounds more refined, more exotic. Is it worth the extra $$$ ? Only you can tell . My OEM exhaust had to be replaced under warranty and the dealer made me an offer I couldn't refuse to upgrade to the MPE. It was a no brainer in my case . |
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I got mine used in mint condition for $2500. This is the price range for used set so if you can get it at this price it's a great deal than paying $3000+.
You'll see from time to time other members' selling this. I see a lot of members keep switching different exhaust regardless of Eisenmann, Akrapovic, Meisterschaft, etc. so I guess there is no one ultimate perfect sounding exhaust that fits it all. Best way is to go to a M3 meet and see if there is a OEM mod and MPE and listen to compare the sound. Other than the sound, you're paying a good discount for lightweight exhaust made of very expensive Inconel. |
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m performance isn't a good option to use with x-pipe you're right.
I used to have meisterschaft gt2 with x-pipe. Didn't enjoy at all, too much disturbing noise for me
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Personaly I do not think ANY muffler is worth that price tag however I wanted a better sound than OEM and wanted to stay OEM at the same time so I had to pay what the price was at the time of purchase.
I think the sound is perfect and I have zero regrets with the execption of less money in my bank account .
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