Best exhaust upgrade for e53 3.0???

[nick325xit 5spd]

It's important to note that the 4.8is mufflers are MUCH louder than the 4.6 mufflers (which are the same as the 3.0i mufflers, except for the tips). If you want some extra noise for low effort, that's probably your best bet. I believe that the 4.4 N62 mufflers are the same, but don't know that for certain.

[Serb404]

Originally Posted by nick325xit 5spd

It's important to note that the 4.8is mufflers are MUCH louder than the 4.6 mufflers (which are the same as the 3.0i mufflers, except for the tips). If you want some extra noise for low effort, that's probably your best bet. I believe that the 4.4 N62 mufflers are the same, but don't know that for certain.

I suppose, not really feeling like it would make a huge difference tbh on a v6, my theory was smaller mufflers and possibly more stainless steel options but I could be wrong, such a shame they made the v6 so silent

[Happy]

Originally Posted by Serb404

such a shame they made the v6 so silent

The I6 is anything but silent, trust me on that. With cats and stock mufflers the sound will definitely be deadened.

I’ve been told I can be heard miles from said listening location LoL.. Try and find super small straight through design aftermarket mufflers. It’s your best shot.


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[nick325xit 5spd]

Originally Posted by Serb404

I suppose, not really feeling like it would make a huge difference tbh on a v6, my theory was smaller mufflers and possibly more stainless steel options but I could be wrong, such a shame they made the v6 so silent

I have 4.8 mufflers on my 3.0 and the noise difference is dramatic. To the point where non-car people notice. Combined with your resonator delete, it'll make a real difference.

[Serb404]

Originally Posted by nick325xit 5spd

I have 4.8 mufflers on my 3.0 and the noise difference is dramatic. To the point where non-car people notice. Combined with your resonator delete, it'll make a real difference.

I referred to this thread when looking at all options and heard the sound clip, didn't really make a huge difference than how mine currently sounds but I'll keep a lookout for any 4.8 ones for sale

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...eo-inside.html


"mrbmwx5 has put 4.8is mufflers(left and right), each of the muffler is list priced at $819.40(see link below). If you are buying these from dealer, it will cost you over $1600 +labor. You still will not have as good sound as you will with Eisenmann or Remus mufflers for less price. Unless you can get some used mufflers, its not worth it"

[Happy]

Originally Posted by Serb404

I'll keep a lookout for any 4.8 ones for sale

Or you could get something like this..

https://www.dynomax.com/ultra-flo-st...tered-596.html

I am positive you’ll hear a difference with 2 of these. And the muffler body is only 12”. Might work.


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[nick325xit 5spd]

Originally Posted by Serb404

I referred to this thread when looking at all options and heard the sound clip, didn't really make a huge difference than how mine currently sounds but I'll keep a lookout for any 4.8 ones for sale

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...eo-inside.html


"mrbmwx5 has put 4.8is mufflers(left and right), each of the muffler is list priced at $819.40(see link below). If you are buying these from dealer, it will cost you over $1600 +labor. You still will not have as good sound as you will with Eisenmann or Remus mufflers for less price. Unless you can get some used mufflers, its not worth it"

I paid $150 for mine. X5 parts are cheap.

[Serb404]

Originally Posted by Happy

Or you could get something like this..

https://www.dynomax.com/ultra-flo-st...tered-596.html

I am positive you’ll hear a difference with 2 of these. And the muffler body is only 12”. Might work.


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Originally Posted by nick325xit 5spd

I paid $150 for mine. X5 parts are cheap.

was leaning towards something like this, I know it won't sound ideal but I already have a similiar setup

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...deo-4-6is.html

[Happy]

Originally Posted by Serb404

was leaning towards something like this, I know it won't sound ideal but I already have a similiar setup

That is pretty much what I’ve been suggesting. The 3.0 will have a different tone compared to the 4.6, but it will definitely have a stronger tone than the stock mufflers you have installed currently.

If you’re looking for sound, this is the right path.


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[Serb404]

Originally Posted by Happy

That is pretty much what I’ve been suggesting. The 3.0 will have a different tone compared to the 4.6, but it will definitely have a stronger tone than the stock mufflers you have installed currently.

If you’re looking for sound, this is the right path.


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good point thanks for the suggestions everyone, greatly appreciated!