Supersprint Exhaust for BMW X5 4.8is or Magnaflow?
 

Guys,

For a while now I was thinking of redoing the exhaust (back end). I Want to get rid of the stock mufflers and go with either stright pipes all the way to the back - or go with imroved mufflers. Just stright pipe might be too loud and raspy - so I have started to search online for exhaust systems and came across this system -> Supersprint Exhaust for BMW X5 4.8is V8 (e53) - 2005-2006 - 4x90x85mm oval.. Its not cheap.. $2,500 - not including installation/tax so I'm looking at 3 Grand...

Most important question - is this worth it?? and does anyone have any vids or sound clips of how the X5 sounds with the Supersprint Exhaust?? is it worth the $$?? or should I go to a custom exhaust shop and have them play around?? One exhaust shop near me quoted me $1,100 to redo the exhuast with MAGNAFLOW mufflers similar to ones in Dodge Chargers (as seen here: MAGNAFLOW® - Street Series Cat-Back Exhaust System - Dual Split Rear Exit - 2012 Dodge Charger Magnaflow Street Series Exhaust Systems )

What you guys recommend??? Is the supersprint mufflers good? worth it?? or should I try to do the rear end of the exhaust with magnaflow parts? I want this car to sound like a beast and right now I feel the stock mufflers are limiting that... :dunno:

Eisenmann
 

From personal experience I highly recommend Eisenmann...

Welcome to Eisenmann North America

All I did was remove the center resonator and replaced with a $70 X pipe. Got all the sound I needed and it sounds GOOD. Best sounding bang for the buck on any Bimmer I've done.

I should include that I've used SuperSprint on my BMW's including my 1975 2002 and my 2000 supercharged 540 with SuperSprint headers. I am pretty picky about the sound in my cars. I even removed the dual exhaust after installing it because I thought the sound was too much like a Chevy truck to my ear. The SuperSprint was just right.

540 headers:

http://www.my02.com/images/tech/ltcollector.jpg

PropellerHead, can you post an audio clip of your X5?

I already removed the resonator and it improved the sound quality. The car sounds very very very good when im revving it in park - but when driving it around - i feel it could do better..


Wolf --I looked into Eisenmann and its approx: $2,500 not including installation or tax so same price as the SuperSprint. (see: BMW E53 X5 4.6iS Eisenmann Performance Exhaust-B5318.00831 ) I guess the 4.6is placement would fit on a 4.8is as I dont see Eisenmann for the 4.8is.. The thing is - are these exhaust worth it?? I mean a MAGNAFLOW system will cost me $1200 versus a Eisenmann/SuperSprint at $3000... Big difference... and I honestly cant see anything of such a big different to cost so much... So is Eisenmann/SuperSprint worth it?????

This is what sold me:

YouTube link

Were not talking about a X-pipe! I have not mentioned it and there are plenty of topics already on the subject of the xpipe.. Im taking about the mufflers (rear end of system).

Oh. Well, I wrote above that I only *have* the X pipe, so my audio clip would likely sound very similar to the one I posted. Why else would romeokc10 want to hear an audio clip of my X5?

This was a response for someone else (romeokc10) who posted the request. Not for you at all.

:iagree:

Go with Race version. Sounds boss on the V8

BabyCAP any ideas where to buy the race version for good price? Im in Eastern USA..

+1 on Eisenmann

I was told the eisenmann race was ridiculously loud and that the cops pull you over all the time for sound decibel violation....a risk I am willing to take if I can find the exhaust at a better price lol

2500+ for only the back-end? :confused:
Its your money dude...

Koody exactly what I mean.. Its a lot of money... I think I'm going to go with a Magnaflow system...


and jlam86 -- I'm with ya on that!! 100% hahha

Eisenmann are Ridiculously good sound...definitely worth the money if you can put it out ........me personally if i did...id do Eisenmann.....

heres mine..... X5 Exhaust - YouTube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyNjP...8s3nd4gVVvGbmA
marker Minute 4:00 is where it starts..

and on my signature is vid of me driving...

Hey pnoyako85! my man!! haha thats nice work you did there... you can def scare the local cats into submission .. they will leave the neighborhood in fear of being eaten by this car lol :) pnoyako85 I remember you told me you had the resonator deleted x pipe, bigger tubes and that you changed the tips... in your 1st video you have stated "Catless? for some sound..." .. Did you had the cats removed as well?? I see the picture you have in the vid but what about those demnn sensors?

Hey thanks man,....
1st exhaust mod....
X-pipe stock exhaust,,, sounds nice but no rumble...
2nd Xpipe straight to tips... More meaner sound
3rd.... No cats ,X pipe straight pipe,.. Sounds alot better but when coasting you hear a machine gun sound. Bad Sound..

Now just back to 2nd option,,,

thank you for your reply pnoyako85 ... I really appreciate the info.. you have a nice setup thats for sure... enjoy it :)

you just gave me a good idea too - instead of spending $3k right now on the Eisenmann im going to do 1 more thing and im going to run straight pipes from my H-pipe all the way to the back quad exhaust tips... I will remove the stock mufflers and put straight pipe.... I feel that is whats restricting air flow is those demnn stock mufflers.. im keeping cats on for the sensors and doing all straight pipe after cats all the way to tips... I'll post the vid after the jump :) i'll see how it comes out... I will have your same mod #2 setup except it will be H-pipe instead of X-pipe.. I'll see how it comes out :) its prolly $200 worth of work.. I'll post a vid soon.. If it does not achieve the sound I want (loud and mean) worse comes to worse I'll get the Eisenmann race version for Christmas next month and leave it at that.. :)

Hey man....hell yeah...you should Come out Dec 2nd to meet and greet the Xoutpost group man..will be there in Bronx Area....but we are Caravaning in NJ Trnpike to head down there in X5 group....let me know if you wanna come with US...

This is my Friends 4.8i exhaust set up...H-Pipe Muffler Delete....
BMW X5 4.8I SPORT MUFFLER DELETE DRIVEBY - YouTube

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I saw this Supersprint exhaust on ebay if it helps. I do not believe it is for the 4.8. Doesnt seem too bad of a deal especially for someone who is looking for one.

BMW x5 E53 New Supersprint Performance Exhaust 3 0i 4 4i 4 6IS Round Tips | eBay

The website I got my Eisenhaus Race from does not show it available for E53 anymore :(

http://www.eisenhaus.com/main.php it redirects you to gthaus.com.

NO! It is not too loud and does not attract attention unless you want it to sound that way. You can easily cruise w/o annoying cops, neighbors, etc. But, when you want to get that V8 rumble it is right there by your right foot. Or switch to Sport mode and let the rpms rise a bit.

I get a lot of compliments like - that's the way a V8 is supposed to sound. It also gives a real good growl when you start it up. IMO the perfect balance.

Good luck with your exhaust. Hope this helps!!!!:thumbup::thumbup:

now that I have Saved you 3k on you Exhaust.....pls take the Group out on a nice dinner now...lol......hahahahahahah......

here are the guys that did my exhaust......
34-02 127ST
corona NY 11368


they really good guys..mention the Loud X5 they did...theyll know......
this is by Shea Stadium....

X-pipe instead of the resonator sounds great, I've heard it in person. I feel it's a bit pointless to spend a lot as the V8's naturally sound pretty good in all setups.

Here you go Man...here is the sound cruising....... in the vid there a few accelerating here and there...Enjoy
BMW X5 Exhaust - YouTube

SIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIICK. I watched the whole thing at near full volume. SIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIICK. Like music. Too bad my CEO would kill me if mine got that loud.

Vorteil !! thank you so much for posting that!! for that price I Just might go right ahead with it.. Thank you Vorteil.. I was looking for the RACE version not the performance version - i believe there are two - but for that price $1400 I'm getting myself a Christmas present!!!!!!! :) :)

Thanks Slick.....i know..i had to pull this when the CEO was out of the Country.....now im trying to do the X6 50i with same set-up......but not looking good on my end....if i end up doing this, I may be in Couch Arrest for months..lol....

I would go with the Supersprint or Magnaflow system if it were my money. Both of the popular German kits come with cheap looking single wall exhaust tips, for the money they want that's inexcusable.

pnoyako85 your the man!! I was going to ask you which shop you went to also as in the vids it seemed like around the stadium... haha thank you so much for letting me know.. :) I might go to them too considering they did a great job on your car.. hahahah once we all meetup im sure I can do some french fries for the group lol.. anything else might bankrupt me lol... happy thanksgiving pnoyako85 and thank you for the great input.. awesome vids too I just watched the new one..

Happy thanksgiving to you all - Babycap, Vorteil, romeokc10, thanks guys for your input its greatly appreciated :)

heres a new vid from today of my current system... BMW X5 4.8is H-PIPE & RESONATOR DELETE - YouTube

2-3 quick revs up to 4000rpm... :) im sure after I do stright pipes all the way to the tips will sounds even better... or I'll throw that supersprint system on.. decisions decisions lol

pnoyako85 the awesome vid you got up here -> BMW X5 Exhaust - YouTube -- is this stright pipe from cats all way to tips right??? really nice vid :) good job

Yes I see what you mean, that sound is just right. What brand X-pipe did you buy and what diameter is the piping for the X5? The guy in the video went with Magnaflow, they show three different pipe sizes.

X-Pipe 2.25"

Guys one more question

I am looking at the super-sprint exhaust.. Planning to buy it for christmas.. I just noticed that everywhere people are selling/buying the 3.0L/4.4L/4.6L one.. and even mounting on the 4.8is.. I noticed Super-Sprint has 2 systems.. one specific just for the 4.8is..

See below

1.) Supersprint BMW E53 X5 4.8is Sports Muffler 90x85mm Oval Tips : Bimmerzone.com ---- SPECIFICALLY FOR 4.8is (OVAL TIPS)

2.) Supersprint BMW E53 X5 4.8is Sports Muffler 4x90mm Round Tips : Bimmerzone.com --- SPECIFICLY FOR THE 4.8is (ROUND TIPS)

3.) Supersprint BMW E53 X5 3.0/4.4/4.6 Sports Muffler 4x90mm Round Tips : Bimmerzone.com -- FOR 3.0/4.4/4.6


I see the 4.8is exhaust system seems looks like it has fatter (bigger) pipes .. my question is - can i install the 3.0L/4.4L/4.6L system on the 4.8is?? or do I have to get the 4.8is system??? will the 3.0/4.4/4.6L system with rounds tips work perfectly on the 4.8is? anyone have any experience with these two different exhaust systems models ?? and what is difference between 3.0L/4.4/4.6L and the one made specificlly for 4.8L?? I cant seem to be able to find out any info on pipe width on these two different systems..

no not at all....alot of us have 2.25 on pipping as i bliv..but if that..maybe "some" cars 4.8is will have 2.50" which is still ok to install your MOD......you only see 3" on cars over 400hp ....you should be ok...

pnoyako85 so you think the 4.6is system should be fine on the 4.8is right??

.. Im thinking if the pipe is a bit smaller gasses would flow faster & might actually make for a better sound?? What you think??

If you look at: BMW E53 X5 Exhaust | Let the Thunder Roll From Your E53 Exhaust

Seems there are 3 different systems I can go with..

1.) SuperSprint
2.) Eisenmann SPORT
3.) Eisenmann RACE

out of the three which would you guys recommend?? someone was praising the Eisenmann RACE as one of the best exhaust systems for the 4.8is.. Can anyone confirm???

I can get the supersprint for the 4.8is at $1700 while the Eisenmann RACE is $2400.....

What you guys recommend & think is best to install??

For the Eisenmann there are stats - SEE BELOW - no stats avaliable for SuperSprint.. Which system would you guys consider superior & far better sounding??? Eisenmann or SuperSprint??



Eisenmann:
Type HP Gain Flow Restriction Sound Level Weight Reduction
Stock n/a 43% 2 n/a
Sport 4.1 - 4.7% 26.1 - 28.8 % 3.3 - 4.7 28 - 37%
Racing 6.1 - 6.4 % 20.2 - 25.5 % 5.1 - 8.9 35 - 70%

Type 30-40 MPH 40-50 MPH 50-60 MPH 60-70 MPH 70-100 MPH
Stock 73 dB 71 dB 77 dB 75 dB 78 dB
Sport 79 dB 76 dB 82 dB 80 dB 81 dB
Racing 85 dB 81 dB 88 dB 84 dB 86 dB

I guess go with the Loudest one?...lol
" Racing"....
are you coming out this coming sunday to a mini Meet?..dec 2 at bronx 12 -4....

pnoyako85 I think I found my new Christmas present...

Check out: Eisenmann BMW E53 X5 4.6 is - Race - YouTube

Look at the videos of the 4.6IS RACE Eisenmann... I think that video just made my decision for me :) ... and probably on the 4.8is it will sound even better...


I'll try to be there Dec 2nd my dood... I'll make every effort to be there I promise.... I got a family event that day but I should be able to make it.. I'll confirm with you prior to the event.. If for any reason I cant make it Dec 2nd then next time and food/a drink or two are all on me :) hopefully by next time you see me my Eisenmann system will be on :) or something better... I removed the resinator but I want mooreeee lol :) fkin love the engine of this beast I want it to growl like it never did before :)

youll be happy with it man..... i heard this one already..it sound awesome...........what do ou have 4.8is?...

Yup I got the 4.8is... . I see parts everywhere for the 4.6is - not so much for the 4.8is.. Wonder why....


Like i mentioned before someone posted a supersprint system on ebay dirt cheap but its for 4.6is not 4.8is.... I looked up info and the 4.8is supersprint system has bigger pipes compared to ther 4.6is... I dont want to restrict air flow any way so I'm stuck between either buying the freken super-sprint for the 4.6is and mounting it on a 4.8is or spending some more $$ and going with the Eisenmann Race...

pnoyako85 i'll private msg you by end of week re: dec 2nd. I will def try to make it brother...