Performance Exhaust System

[mtX5]

So I've been thinking about getting an exhaust system for my 02 3.0 for over a year now, and I think I'm finally ready to get one. I just had an X pipe installed a few days ago, and it didn't do much in sound because of the big ass mufflers the 3.0 has. I was thinking of going with supersprints. Someone has the right side for sale for about 350 but I would have to order the other side new for a little over 850. So that would run me 1200 without installation.

The newest option I considered was getting a custom made exhaust system from a local shop here. He will make 2.25 or 2.5 inch piping leading to magnaflow mufflers. This would run me somewhere from 600-850 with installation. I'm a little skeptical about how it may end up sounding. I'm looking for deep, and significantly loud and noticeable.

What do you guys think? Any suggestions on different systems or options?

*EDIT: MOD COMPLETE! THANKS EVERYONE FOR YOUR INPUT*

***UPDATE: SOUND CLIPS: YouTube - Magnaflows on BMW X5 3.0i
YouTube - Magnaflows BMW X5 3.0i (in cabin)
YouTube - Magnaflows on BMW X5 3.0i (start up)***

[premierX5]

Tough choice! But if it were me I would go with the custom exhaust by the local shop just because I like my X to be unique. Plus I don't have thousands to spend on high-end/over priced exhaust systems. Just my 2 cents.

[mtX5]

That is what I am leaning towards. But will it sound good? If I dive into this and it doesn't, then I will be wasting more than a thousand..

[premierX5]

Its your choice. I'm sure the exhaust will be louder than stock with the x-pipe, but you have an idea in your head on what you want it to sound like. If you are concerned about spending all that money on a custom exhaust and it not being up to your expectations then just shell out for the supersprints or AC Schnitzer exhaust.

[RichiRich]

What up Moh!!?!?!

...as you know I did the AFE with the resonator delete Xpipe Mod..and then finished her off with the Supersprint.....

This is the bottom line.....The X runs a bit quicker........sounds way better than stock.....especially after having it on for 8 months....my bitch growls.....

.now then.....it does not and will not ever sound like a 4.8is......an 89 mustang gt.....or a ferrari....but it is definitley improved from the stock sound....which there was none
So..in the end I did it for some sound and looks....and minimal performance...

I hope that this helps..

Rich

[mtX5]

thanks rich. ya i have the AFE and x pipe mod too. and i want the supersprints don't get me wrong. but they are pretty pricey. so if i can get the same sound from a custom exhaust i think i might do that. i talked to the guy again today and he told me magnaflow makes round mufflers and it would be the loudest option for my vehicle without it sounded too weird and without losing performance. he wants to do all of that for like $820. About half the price of a brand new supersprint system. I don't know.. I'm really undecided.

But rich a sound clip would be reaaaally helpful . let someone video tape you with your phone or something, please !

[NeRwEEzy]

Id probably lean towards a custom setup as well. thats what I have on my e60 too, custom quad magnaflow. all in all I think I paid around $600 with tips and install.

[mrbmwx5]

Nerweezy. hook him up man give him some discount.

[mtX5]

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[mrbmwx5]

MtX5. do you want Dinan exhuast?