Exhaust for F30 320i?

ardyer · 03-18-2014, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Kpreet34

So that fits on without another welding or drilling

I'm pretty sure that is diesel only.

casualDIYer · 03-25-2014, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by algabr

hey guys!

I want to buy a m sport exhaust for my f30 320i, but the rear diffuser is an entire piece, so I would have to buy the whole rear bumper?

If I decide to cut the 320i rear diffuser, do you know how is the best way to do it?

Do you have any place that I can find the exhaust? I've seen some at ebay but I don't know if that price is right...

thanks a lot!

Interested as well. I have a 320 sport which uses a standard bumper. It appears that the exhaust notch needs to be cut or rear bumper and diffuser swapped. True?

skw · 04-05-2014, 10:45 AM

Been waiting to see if this thread gets updated. My car is built but not on a boat yet so I have some time. Was looking for an exhaust just for the looks and sound. Not looking to go too crazy. Had a Magnaflow on my e39 528i which was an automatic and was happy w/ it. Brand doesn't matter too much, just don't want too much drone inside and I have to get rid of that silly looking single exhaust pipe out the back. Would've preferred if it was hidden under the bumper cover. Also, I couldn't find a definitive answer in the threads I searched but is the diffuser on a non-msport a seperate piece on a 328? If it is I would just get that and do a carbon fiber wrap over it. Everything seems to be geared to having the m-sport bumpers.

Buster Blue · 05-14-2014, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by jcastle

If you change the mid-pipe then obviously there is no need for the adapter to fit the back exhaust. The mid-pipes are usually for the 328i so they are 75mm.

Unfortunately I have no idea if the 328i mid-pipe will fit from the front end. At some point I tried to investigate but didn't find a 100% answer. I have the assumption it will be OK.

Hi Jcastle,

Seriously thinking of caring out the conversion you have done, I already have the adapter, £23 deliverd in the UK.

Just wondered what your feelings are now some months after the installation. Are there any negatives/positives.

I would be grateful for some feedback.

Cheers

jcastle · 05-14-2014, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Buster Blue

Hi Jcastle,

Seriously thinking of caring out the conversion you have done, I already have the adapter, £23 deliverd in the UK.

Just wondered what your feelings are now some months after the installation. Are there any negatives/positives.

I would be grateful for some feedback.

Cheers

I would say it is definitely something to go for. I've been very happy I did it.

The 320i is really quiet as standard and the M Perf. exhaust definitely brings some sound to it. I also think the twin-pipe should be standard so that's a bonus.

I can't really think anything negative about it. I quess the only thing is that it's maybe even too quiet once you get used to it

I have been thinking about putting the front and middle pipe to get a bit more sound, probable from Supersprint but haven't yet gotten into it.

Buster Blue · 05-14-2014, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jcastle

I would say it is definitely something to go for. I've been very happy I did it.

The 320i is really quiet as standard and the M Perf. exhaust definitely brings some sound to it. I also think the twin-pipe should be standard so that's a bonus.

I can't really think anything negative about it. I quess the only thing is that it's maybe even too quiet once you get used to it

I have been thinking about putting the front and middle pipe to get a bit more sound, probable from Supersprint but haven't yet gotten into it.

jcastle, many thanks for your reply, appreciated. is it boomy on the motorway.

cheers,

jcastle · 05-20-2014, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Buster Blue

jcastle, many thanks for your reply, appreciated. is it boomy on the motorway.
cheers,

Not boomy - I don't think it is any different in motorway speeds, at least not on the inside.

Tothepoint · 05-20-2014, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by jcastle

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Originally Posted by Buster Blue

Hi Jcastle,

Seriously thinking of caring out the conversion you have done, I already have the adapter, 23 deliverd in the UK.

Just wondered what your feelings are now some months after the installation. Are there any negatives/positives.

I would be grateful for some feedback.

Cheers

I would say it is definitely something to go for. I've been very happy I did it.

The 320i is really quiet as standard and the M Perf. exhaust definitely brings some sound to it. I also think the twin-pipe should be standard so that's a bonus.

I can't really think anything negative about it. I quess the only thing is that it's maybe even too quiet once you get used to it

I have been thinking about putting the front and middle pipe to get a bit more sound, probable from Supersprint but haven't yet gotten into it.

If you do go with the supersprint let us know how you like it. I've been thinking about going that route myself.

jensdm · 08-02-2015, 11:32 AM

jcastle could you explain how you removed all the electronics and welded the nut? (what nut? Picture if possible?)

"You can do the DIY - Exhaust flap mod (Golf Tee) or just remove the whole thing. I ended up removing the electronics and welded the nut so that the flap is always open."

We have a F36 420i at home, and we want to place the performance exhaust as well, like you did. Before buying the parts i would like to know all the details how you did it.

What are your findings since you placed it? Are you happy with it? Loud or would you still want it louder?

Thanks in advance!

PS. Sorry for my novice english, i'm dutch

A'PEXi · 08-04-2015, 10:23 PM

An exhaust shop will be able to modify the piping to suit the bigger diameter of the 328i muffler pretty easily (without having to use a flange). I recently got my 328i muffler removed by a shop so it's for sale if anyone is interested.

Labeef · 08-08-2015, 05:14 PM

Question.

Do you guys know if the exhaust mounting point/hangers are all the same on the f30 chassis? I really want to run a factory 335i exhaust on my 320i, but I am leasing and do not want to cut or weld anything. Just use an adapter to connect the two different diameters.

Ted773 · 08-02-2016, 12:43 PM

Hi, I was wondering are there any power loss at low rpms after installing the exhaust? since it is for 328/330, though the engine displacement is the same... I have an 320 LCI and was thinking about getting the mpe for it. Thanks!

leholtet · 08-31-2016, 03:45 PM

So to wrap it up. The BMW Performance exhaust is the best sounding- and most giving axle back exhaust for 320i?

BMWtight2me · 08-31-2016, 10:37 PM

I like the sound of Remus with a DP. 👌

BMWApp · 08-31-2016, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by leholtet

So to wrap it up. The BMW Performance exhaust is the best sounding- and most giving axle back exhaust for 320i?

I didn't think the M Performance Exhaust was available for the 320i...at least for 2015 and before for US models. But I could be wrong and would love it if I was.

leholtet · 09-02-2016, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWApp

I didn't think the M Performance Exhaust was available for the 320i...at least for 2015 and before for US models. But I could be wrong and would love it if I was.

you can

BMWApp · 09-02-2016, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by leholtet

you can

Please explain. Does it require some custom fitting since the 320i's exhaust is a little different than those for the other 3 series and 5 series models?

rambi · 09-02-2016, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Labeef

Question.

Do you guys know if the exhaust mounting point/hangers are all the same on the f30 chassis? I really want to run a factory 335i exhaust on my 320i, but I am leasing and do not want to cut or weld anything. Just use an adapter to connect the two different diameters.

I have it 335, still need to cut ...what world do you live in.

leholtet · 09-05-2016, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BMWApp

Please explain. Does it require some custom fitting since the 320i's exhaust is a little different than those for the other 3 series and 5 series models?

Check page 1 in this thread

leholtet · 09-05-2016, 07:20 AM

Im still wondering if m performance exhaust will do the trick as a daily driver.. i dont want anything really loud- just something that makes a difference in the street

has anyone dynoed the MPE exhaust?

BMWtight2me · 09-06-2016, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by leholtet

Im still wondering if m performance exhaust will do the trick as a daily driver.. i dont want anything really loud- just something that makes a difference in the street

has anyone dynoed the MPE exhaust?

Amazingly, switching to comfort or eco will really tame the sound.

sap1000 · 09-10-2016, 03:19 AM

I am going to buy the catback system for the 328I and that should bolt on fine although I want the 335I backbox.
I have already got a mishimoto intake and had a remap done and now I would like some noise from the exhaust.

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jensdm Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: BMW E92 320d Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Belgium iTrader: (0)	jcastle could you explain how you removed all the electronics and welded the nut? (what nut? Picture if possible?) "You can do the DIY - Exhaust flap mod (Golf Tee) or just remove the whole thing. I ended up removing the electronics and welded the nut so that the flap is always open." We have a F36 420i at home, and we want to place the performance exhaust as well, like you did. Before buying the parts i would like to know all the details how you did it. What are your findings since you placed it? Are you happy with it? Loud or would you still want it louder? Thanks in advance! PS. Sorry for my novice english, i'm dutch
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A'PEXi Lieutenant 70 Rep 477 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	An exhaust shop will be able to modify the piping to suit the bigger diameter of the 328i muffler pretty easily (without having to use a flange). I recently got my 328i muffler removed by a shop so it's for sale if anyone is interested.
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Labeef Captain 265 Rep 807 Posts Drives: 320I Sport/Xenon Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	Question. Do you guys know if the exhaust mounting point/hangers are all the same on the f30 chassis? I really want to run a factory 335i exhaust on my 320i, but I am leasing and do not want to cut or weld anything. Just use an adapter to connect the two different diameters.
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sap1000 Private First Class 27 Rep 114 Posts Drives: F30 320i Sport Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: UK, Farnham iTrader: (0)	I am going to buy the catback system for the 328I and that should bolt on fine although I want the 335I backbox. I have already got a mishimoto intake and had a remap done and now I would like some noise from the exhaust.
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