OEM exhaust mod or M performance exhaust

indya8 · 08-27-2015, 02:38 PM

Hey guys,

I need some help. I have the oem exhaust mod(Straight through method) right now and I've just been offered an M-performance exhaust for $1200. Should I stick with what I have or buy the performance exhaust?

Thanks in advance.

M3Bimmer77 · 08-27-2015, 02:49 PM

MPE

dparm · 08-27-2015, 02:57 PM

For $1200, I'd get the MPE, though it will be quieter than your current setup.

indya8 · 08-27-2015, 03:08 PM

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For $1200, I'd get the MPE, though it will be quieter than your current setup.

Hmm I wanted it to be louder.... LOL. But its just the muffler and centre pipe from what I hear. Does that sound right?

dparm · 08-27-2015, 09:06 PM

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Hmm I wanted it to be louder.... LOL. But its just the muffler and centre pipe from what I hear. Does that sound right?

That's correct. The MPE is only from the middle of the car and back. It is a bit louder than stock, but changes the tone quite a bit.

If you want louder, the MPE won't cut it.

American Dave · 08-27-2015, 09:32 PM

Borla Atak FTW

Ezio · 08-27-2015, 10:32 PM

i had the OEM mod. If you have the money get the MPE, it looks so much better.

Denk · 08-28-2015, 05:13 PM

It'll be quieter but sound more refined. There is nothing like the hollow howl of an MPE. A straight up noise maker it is not. I also found it to balance perfectly with the s65 intake, it compliments the sound up front.

L4ces · 08-28-2015, 08:15 PM

Is the hollow sound what you hear in the videos, not sure it sounds that way while driving?

L4ces · 08-28-2015, 08:17 PM

My AA in car sounds totally different from what others hear. What do you really experience?

111turbo · 08-28-2015, 08:35 PM

I have the MPE and it totally sounds different from other aftermarket exhausts. Very unique and tends to be on the quieter side but it wont leave you dissapointed. Going to add a test pipe soon to bring out the howl alittle more

Denk · 08-28-2015, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by L4ces

Is the hollow sound what you hear in the videos, not sure it sounds that way while driving?

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Originally Posted by L4ces

My AA in car sounds totally different from what others hear. What do you really experience?

Yes, the hollow howl is present in the cabin too. You know the AA is louder overall, it has its own tone.

L4ces · 08-28-2015, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Denk

Yes, the hollow howl is present in the cabin too. You know the AA is louder overall, it has its own tone.

Good. I want to switch too. As long as I can hear something that sounds good to my ears I will be satisfied.

indya8 · 08-29-2015, 09:11 AM

Hmmm I think I will stick to what I have. Thanks guys!

L4ces · 08-29-2015, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by indya8

Hmmm I think I will stick to what I have. Thanks guys!

Well, that's not a bad choice. Sucks to have to stick your head out the window to hear your exhaust and you don't have to do that with oem mod.

indya8 · 08-29-2015, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by indya8

Hmmm I think I will stick to what I have. Thanks guys!

Well, that's not a bad choice. Sucks to have to stick your head out the window to hear your exhaust and you don't have to do that with oem mod.

LOOL yeah for sure. I love how the car sounds!

STooK · 08-31-2015, 02:07 PM

I have the perforated mod (which is quieter than yours) and I noticed the MPE was significantly quieter when I rode them back to back. Almost as quiet as stock, and I don't think the perf method mod is that loud to begin with. It may sound great from outside but you won't be able to hear a thing inside.

Denk · 08-31-2015, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by STooK

I have the perforated mod (which is quieter than yours) and I noticed the MPE was significantly quieter when I rode them back to back. Almost as quiet as stock, and I don't think the perf method mod is that loud to begin with. It may sound great from outside but you won't be able to hear a thing inside.

The MPE wakes up with spirited driving. It's a lot louder in the cabin than stock then. Just coasting about the same.

hotbmwfan · 09-01-2015, 12:40 PM

I have the M Performance exhaust and cruising around town it sounds a little louder than the stock. In my opinion, it is better looking than the stock exhaust too. However, when you're driving like this car is meant to be driven (ie 7,000+ rpm), the exhaust sound is unbelievable - a deep, LOUD rumble. I would take mine to a track day just to hear the exhaust.

TomHudson · 09-01-2015, 02:15 PM

I'm in Toronto if you want to hear the MPE.

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STooK Lieutenant Colonel 767 Rep 1,974 Posts Drives: 2013 E92 M3 ZCP Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NY iTrader: (6)	I have the perforated mod (which is quieter than yours) and I noticed the MPE was significantly quieter when I rode them back to back. Almost as quiet as stock, and I don't think the perf method mod is that loud to begin with. It may sound great from outside but you won't be able to hear a thing inside. __________________ 2013 BMW E92 ///M3 AW/BLK ZCP CF Roof 6 Speed - Perfection 2011 BMW E90 328i xDrive Space Grey/Black - Daily 2011 BMW E93 ///M3 MW/FR/BLK 6 Speed - Gone but not forgotten
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hotbmwfan Second Lieutenant 125 Rep 209 Posts Drives: 2010 e92 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada iTrader: (1)	I have the M Performance exhaust and cruising around town it sounds a little louder than the stock. In my opinion, it is better looking than the stock exhaust too. However, when you're driving like this car is meant to be driven (ie 7,000+ rpm), the exhaust sound is unbelievable - a deep, LOUD rumble. I would take mine to a track day just to hear the exhaust. __________________ 2010 M3 "Edition" model - Monte Carlo Blue/black, (1 of 13) MODS;255/35/19 and 285/30/19 Michelin PSS, Volk G25 wheels, Ohlins RT, MC V2 GTS lip, Eventuri plenum/intake/airbox lid, M Performance exhaust/spoiler/steering wheel
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