[Devourer31]

Hi, I'm looking to purchase an exhaust for my 328i.
I'm confused in deciding between getting the MPE or AA exhaust.
Although both are axlebacks, AA claims some power gain as compared to MPE.
The AA is listed at $699 and for the MPE, I can get one new for around
$800 on ebay if there is no used one for sale.
What do you guys recommend? The AA or MPE


Thanks

[mike@x-ph.com]

We offer both and my favorite is the Active Autowerke

Im sure you can get that AA for cheaper if you check the vendor section

[Project Elite]

Not sure about AA but definitely wouldn't regret the MPE paired with a cat less downpipe. Sounds really aggressive as you take off and the little burbles when you let off. However it is on the quiet side without the downpipe.

[Devourer31]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

We offer both and my favorite is the Active Autowerke

Im sure you can get that AA for cheaper if you check the vendor section

Send you some PMs about the exhaust. Thanks

Originally Posted by Project Elite

Not sure about AA but definitely wouldn't regret the MPE paired with a cat less downpipe. Sounds really aggressive as you take off and the little burbles when you let off. However it is on the quiet side without the downpipe.

Thanks for the tip!

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by Devourer31

Send you some PMs about the exhaust. Thanks



Thanks for the tip!

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[Jeff@TopGearSolutions]

Dealers offer AA at a discount. Hit up a trusted vendor.

[Devourer31]

Just an update, got my AA exhaust from x-ph. The exhaust was boomy at first but after a week, the sound become more refined.
I was surprised at how it was quite loud as I didn't expect much from an axle back and of course, my car being a 328i.
Overall, I'm impressed with it.

Here's a video of the cold startup I posted on youtube:

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by Devourer31

Just an update, got my AA exhaust from x-ph. The exhaust was boomy at first but after a week, the sound become more refined.
I was surprised at how it was quite loud as I didn't expect much from an axle back and of course, my car being a 328i.
Overall, I'm impressed with it.

Here's a video of the cold startup I posted on youtube:

Awesome!!
You should post a drive by video and another revving one

[PelotonToPodium]

I was in the same exact boat as you. I purchased an AA for my 328i from Mike @ X-PH (throwing his name out for excellent service). Spent the evening installing it tonight and this. thing. sounds. SOOOO good. Very happy that I chose AA over MPE. I will be posting a install / initial impressions / sound clip thread very soon. Good luck!

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by PelotonToPodium

I was in the same exact boat as you. I purchased an AA for my 328i from Mike @ X-PH (throwing his name out for excellent service). Spent the evening installing it tonight and this. thing. sounds. SOOOO good. Very happy that I chose AA over MPE. I will be posting a install / initial impressions / sound clip thread very soon. Good luck!

Thank you

[yourboyroy]

Ive had my AA axle back for almost a year now and I love it. I do wish it was louder at times, however, but I also love the fact that theres 0 drone.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by yourboyroy

Ive had my AA axle back for almost a year now and I love it. I do wish it was louder at times, however, but I also love the fact that theres 0 drone.

Awesome

Get the midpipes and/or downpipes for a louder exhaust note

[BennnChen]

I have the MPE for my 328i xDrive but I have a N26. I have love and hate the exhaust but I know I'll be happy with a down pipe

[eric@helix]

We have the AWE Quad on our shop car to good effect. Installing it was like clicking a Lego set together and it has the perfect tone IMO.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by BennnChen

I have the MPE for my 328i xDrive but I have a N26. I have love and hate the exhaust but I know I'll be happy with a down pipe

Why didnt you get downpipes yet?

[crazy-frog]

Originally Posted by Devourer31

Hi, I'm looking to purchase an exhaust for my 328i.
I'm confused in deciding between getting the MPE or AA exhaust.
Although both are axlebacks, AA claims some power gain as compared to MPE.
The AA is listed at $699 and for the MPE, I can get one new for around
$800 on ebay if there is no used one for sale.
What do you guys recommend? The AA or MPE


Thanks

Just to check, MPE = M-Performance Exhaust, right?

Been looking at the AA exhaust, I've seen some videos on YouTube of it installed on a 320i (which is what I have), yet it states it's for the 328i, does anyone know if it fits on the 320i?

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by meph137

Just to check, MPE = M-Performance Exhaust, right?

Been looking at the AA exhaust, I've seen some videos on YouTube of it installed on a 320i (which is what I have), yet it states it's for the 328i, does anyone know if it fits on the 320i?

AA fits on the 320 and 328

[crazy-frog]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

AA fits on the 320 and 328

Cheers, very tempted, sounds lovely

[BennnChen]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Why didnt you get downpipes yet?

I'm not working on performance now, I'm working on looks so that I can get into car shows lol

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by meph137

Cheers, very tempted, sounds lovely

the vendor section is the way to go

[crazy-frog]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

the vendor section is the way to go

I shall take a look. Somewhat tempted by the Remus as well, perhaps a little more than the AA - it sounds a bit less rumbly on cold start.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Originally Posted by meph137

I shall take a look. Somewhat tempted by the Remus as well, perhaps a little more than the AA - it sounds a bit less rumbly on cold start.

Remus is another good option, a bit more expensive though