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      03-11-2012, 09:06 AM   #1
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2010 M3 Coupe Exhaust Kit

Hi everyone,
My first post in this forum so I hope to get some good information from this community.

I own a BMW 2010 Coupe 6SP with EDC plus the works, and have decided that I would like to upgrade the exhaust in order to get that raw sound we get when starting the engine cold, as well as add some HP's if I can.

I can do this at the dealer but I'm wondering about any OEM packages out there that a) won't null any warranty and b) flash the ECU to accommodate the mod.

Other than that, I've been driving bimmers all my life and do not regret having moved from my previous 335xi coupe to this incredible M3.

Thanks for any insight!

Cheers!

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      03-11-2012, 09:08 AM   #2
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Hi everyone,
My first post in this forum so I hope to get some good information from this community.

I own a BMW 2010 Coupe 6SP with EDC plus the works, and have decided that I would like to upgrade the exhaust in order to get that raw sound we get when starting the engine cold, as well as add some HP's if I can.

I can do this at the dealer but I'm wondering about any OEM packages out there that a) won't null any warranty and b) flash the ECU to accommodate the mod.

Other than that, I've been driving bimmers all my life and do not regret having moved from my previous 335xi coupe to this incredible M3.

Thanks for any insight!

Cheers!

Dan
The OEM option is the M performance exhaust. There is no OEM ECU flash. If you flash your ECU you will most certainly void your engine warranty.
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If you want to stay on a budget and not change your car drastically I would seriously consider the Auto Couture Motoring OEM exhaust mod.

I just got mine done on Friday and I absolutely love it, for the money I'd say this is a must have mod for new owners - in addition to swapping the grills and gills.

I was discussing the mod with a BMW representative/enthusiast over the weekend (who wishes to remain unnamed) but the ACM mod is exactly what the M-Performance exhaust is design wise. The only difference is the the M-Perf uses a slightly lighter material (not worth the $3,000+ difference)

Hit up ACM, they are sponsors here on the forum and will be able to hook it up.
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Thanks man! Let me know if you have any questions about our exhaust
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I was discussing the mod with a BMW representative/enthusiast over the weekend (who wishes to remain unnamed) but the ACM mod is exactly what the M-Performance exhaust is design wise. The only difference is the the M-Perf uses a slightly lighter material (not worth the $3,000+ difference)
I F**KING KNEW IT...NEWMAN!
I think one Saturday I'm driving up North Jersey to ACM.
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go for the m performance
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I F**KING KNEW IT...NEWMAN!
I think one Saturday I'm driving up North Jersey to ACM.
come on by
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I was discussing the mod with a BMW representative/enthusiast over the weekend (who wishes to remain unnamed) but the ACM mod is exactly what the M-Performance exhaust is design wise. The only difference is the the M-Perf uses a slightly lighter material (not worth the $3,000+ difference)
I F**KING KNEW IT...NEWMAN!
I think one Saturday I'm driving up North Jersey to ACM.
Totally worth it Nate. Will you be at the Cherry Hill Mall/PF Changs meet next Sunday?

I'll have my car there along side a handful of other exhaust options for the E9X - come check it out
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Thanks man! Let me know if you have any questions about our exhaust
Alex post the clip you have, I got called into work and didn't have time to shoot any video
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Totally worth it Nate. Will you be at the Cherry Hill Mall/PF Changs meet next Sunday?

I'll have my car there along side a handful of other exhaust options for the E9X - come check it out
I'm pretty sure I'll be there now.
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Alex post the clip you have, I got called into work and didn't have time to shoot any video
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...1#post11521969

thats the link with the videos and info on the exhaust
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Hey everyone
I want to thank you all for providing so much info and options. I live in Montreal and hope to find a solution here locally (acquisition and install).

Thanks for the tips!

ps - Alex@ACM - the exhuast in that vod you posted sounds amazing!
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