M Performance Exhaust?

remesar · 05-02-2024, 06:32 PM

Hi!

Has anyone got experience with getting the M Performance exhaust installed by the dealer?

I'm worried whether they'll be able to do the bumper cut out or they'll need to send it to a body shop?

Just wanted to get some feedback from others who've had it done.

81bear · 05-02-2024, 09:29 PM

Mine was installed at the dealership. They did a great job. I dont think it’s all that difficult.

remesar · 05-02-2024, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 81bear

Mine was installed at the dealership. They did a great job. I dont think it’s all that difficult.

Do you remember how much you paid? Did they cut the bumper at the dealership to install the center pipes?

They quoted me 2k for exhaust and front lip install at the dealership.

81bear · 05-02-2024, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by remesar

Do you remember how much you paid? Did they cut the bumper at the dealership to install the center pipes?

They quoted me 2k for exhaust and front lip install at the dealership.

That doesn’t sound bad to me to be honest.

I bought the car with the MPE and all the MPerformance carbon fiber on the car so I don’t know the installation cost.

Limegrntaln · 05-02-2024, 10:11 PM

remesar · 05-02-2024, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Limegrntaln

lol. I saw this. I was thinking about forwarding this along to the dealer. Ideally I shouldn’t have to do that. They should know all this.

Limegrntaln · 05-02-2024, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by remesar

lol. I saw this. I was thinking about forwarding this along to the dealer. Ideally I shouldn’t have to do that. They should know all this.

They probably don't ever install them, though. Its pretty rare for someone to buy them after they take delivery of the car. GetBMWParts, a forum sponsor, has them on sale for $6,395. Problem is, tax and shipping is like another $800.

remesar · 05-02-2024, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Limegrntaln

They probably don't ever install them, though. Its pretty rare for someone to buy them after they take delivery of the car. GetBMWParts, a forum sponsor, has them on sale for $6,395. Problem is, tax and shipping is like another $800.

Yup. This is the root of my worry. The instructions are pretty detailed in what bmw provides sooo. Here’s hoping.

Limegrntaln · 05-02-2024, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by remesar

Yup. This is the root of my worry. The instructions are pretty detailed in what bmw provides sooo. Here’s hoping.

There are dimples in the exhaust where the pipes need to be cut. They shouldn’t screw that up.

remesar · 05-03-2024, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Limegrntaln

There are dimples in the exhaust where the pipes need to be cut. They shouldn’t screw that up.

Your confidence is greater than mine brother! Do you work in an independent shop or for a dealer?

Limegrntaln · 05-03-2024, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by remesar

Your confidence is greater than mine brother! Do you work in an independent shop or for a dealer?

No, not even close. I just pay attention to how things are done, or need to be done. Just for my own sake.

remesar · 05-03-2024, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Limegrntaln

No, not even close. I just pay attention to how things are done, or need to be done. Just for my own sake.

Ah! Okay so you’re anal like me!

Limegrntaln · 05-03-2024, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by remesar

Ah! Okay so you’re anal like me!

Retentive, yes.

Berzerker · 05-03-2024, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by remesar

Hi!

Has anyone got experience with getting the M Performance exhaust installed by the dealer?

I'm worried whether they'll be able to do the bumper cut out or they'll need to send it to a body shop?

Just wanted to get some feedback from others who've had it done.

IMO you're much better off spending your money elsewhere. It's nearly $8k for barely any extra sound. Get a midpipe swap instead and you won't need a new muffler/diffuser.

Jax327 · 05-03-2024, 02:40 PM

I just cant get over the look of it. It really does not flow with the back end. I think the quad exhaust makes the back end look so much better than the M Performance.

remesar · 05-04-2024, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Jax327

I just cant get over the look of it. It really does not flow with the back end. I think the quad exhaust makes the back end look so much better than the M Performance.

I get that it’s not for everyone! I like it a lot!

TURBODAN4 · 05-04-2024, 09:53 AM

OP. The bumper doesn't need to be cut. The kit should come with a new lower diffuser piece and it's all bolt on so you can keep the original parts.

81bear · 05-04-2024, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by TURBODAN4

OP. The bumper doesn't need to be cut. The kit should come with a new lower diffuser piece and it's all bolt on so you can keep the original parts.

The bumper does need to be cut. The kit comes with a new rear diffuser but you need to cut the bumper to allow for the center exit exhaust

Valvetronic Designs · Yesterday, 10:47 AM

The MPE is very cool but if your looking for the best sound quality and a better way to spend your money, this is it:

Info@mad-us.com · Yesterday, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Limegrntaln

There are dimples in the exhaust where the pipes need to be cut. They shouldn’t screw that up.

Agreed it doesn't get any easier these days.

remesar · Yesterday, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Info@mad-us.com

Agreed it doesn't get any easier these days.

Hope so!

remesar · Yesterday, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Valvetronic Designs

The MPE is very cool but if your looking for the best sound quality and a better way to spend your money, this is it:

Sounds great, but not really the sound I’m going for! My boy with his valvetronic exhaust would like matching tips be sent to him though!

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