Xmas Gifting -- New Trunk Or Exhaust?

John Tanglewood · 12-28-2010, 12:42 PM

Which would you pick and why?

Leaning towards the Challenge CF trunk (Alpine white car).

Also leaning towards the Akrapovik Slip-On (potentially the full, but I am VERY wary of CEL/warranty issues -- not sure how much extra the CEL delete is and if it's reliable)

If I go with the Exhaust, I am looking to spend about $3,500 more, which is pretty significant as I'm paying for grad school right now... Doesn't seem feasible (or necessary), but being on these damn forums doesn't help!!!

Anyone been in a similar situation (or dilemma) before? What did you decide? I really want to complete the rear look with a diffuser/trunk, but I know that neither will look the same without an exhaust.

In addition, I have not HEARD the akra in person, so I am hesitant to drop $6k on something I have not even heard.

Let me know if anyone has any opinions. I wanted to keep this out of the 'Exterior Mod' and 'Exhaust' sections because they will obviously be more biased than posting here. Mods feel free to move if need be.

GOLFFRR · 12-28-2010, 12:59 PM

tough choice, sounds in your post that you really dont want to spend a lot of money so you might want to stick with the trunk, however the guys with aftermarket exhaust will tell you its a pretty sick mod, give you a whole new feel of the car. GL

anthony @ eas · 12-28-2010, 01:06 PM

Exhaust is a mod that you are always aware of every time you drive the car. A trunk looks really cool, but you won't notice it when you're driving. Either one is a great mod; it comes down to whether you want to sound great or look great.

GOLFFRR · 12-28-2010, 02:38 PM

^^thats actually a pretty good way to look at it, never thought about it that way.

Bubbles · 12-28-2010, 02:49 PM

Exhaust no question, Akra only of course.

SUB-ZERO · 12-28-2010, 03:06 PM

Exhaust

jonasaurus · 12-28-2010, 03:33 PM

You will get more utility from the exhaust in my opinion if you're willing to spend. When you're in the car you won't see the trunk but you will hear your exhaust when you're at WOT ! (and as an added bonus you shed some weight and gain some be it small hp/torque)

008 · 12-28-2010, 03:44 PM

Brembo or AP BBk.

saeedg48 · 12-28-2010, 04:04 PM

Get the exhaust when you're ready.. Blow the doors off other cars

bkwon327 · 12-28-2010, 04:40 PM

Exhaust. No brainer.

Elaz · 12-28-2010, 05:17 PM

yea but the trunk will look better then the exhaust. more people will notice it.even people that don't know about mods and things that us in the forums like and talk about.

onefastman · 12-28-2010, 07:01 PM

Get a exhaust buy for the love of god dont spend over 4K

Get a good muffler (not titanium) and a cheap mid pipe as it does nothing for sound that the more expensive brands dont do and a cel delete for $300

J08M3 · 12-28-2010, 08:05 PM

exhaust

John Tanglewood · 12-28-2010, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onefastman

Get a exhaust buy for the love of god dont spend over 4K

Get a good muffler (not titanium) and a cheap mid pipe as it does nothing for sound that the more expensive brands dont do and a cel delete for $300

Onefastman, you have any suggestions? I am the type of person who does not like to butcher cars (by using weird and innovative-yet-resourceful mods), so I will only buy something clean and that is from a reputable brand. I won't mix and match solely because I do not want the headache if something goes wrong down the line -- I dealt with that enough in my last car.

Seriously looking at the akra now that I've gotten more info about the CEL, thanks Jason.

I really do love the challenge trunk though, it's a tough call no doubt -- I don't garage the car (yet) either, so I am hesitant to put on an exhaust now and have the road salt destroy it!

dirtyfreebooter · 12-28-2010, 10:07 PM

Exhaust. Would take enhanced sound and power over a trunk.

donsgolf2012 · 12-28-2010, 10:14 PM

ESS Tuning Supercharger.... Just save for a bit.

ManAndMachine · 12-28-2010, 10:18 PM

Akro exhaust for sure.

No need to worry about rust with a titanium system.Its corrosion resistant

Gkap · 12-28-2010, 10:23 PM

I would go with the exhaust first.

A friend has the Akra (EVO) and he says at times its too loud but he loves the sound.
I have heard it in person and it does sound good. I personally will be going with the Akra slip on.

cmk227 · 12-28-2010, 10:58 PM

I would say exhaust but if you are borrowing money for grad school don't do anything and do the right thing and use the extra cash so you don't have to spend the next 10 years after college paying your school debts.

Don't get into more debt. You have a sexy car now so the exhaust or trunk would be nice but not necessary...

sensi09 · 12-28-2010, 11:28 PM

What do you have done so far?

Exhaust, suspension and wheels first, in no particular order.

MrHarris · 12-28-2010, 11:35 PM

Exhaust for sure. Look in the used section if you're on a tighter budget.

1MORELAP · 12-29-2010, 12:21 AM

I do not get the trunk at all. So for me, this is easy. Akra. Start with a slip on.

12-28-2010, 12:42 PM	#1
John Tanglewood Porn Star 1316 Rep 3,350 Posts Drives: E60 M5 \| F95 X5M \| F90 M5 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Stamford, CT iTrader: (13)	Xmas Gifting -- New Trunk Or Exhaust? Which would you pick and why? Leaning towards the Challenge CF trunk (Alpine white car). Also leaning towards the Akrapovik Slip-On (potentially the full, but I am VERY wary of CEL/warranty issues -- not sure how much extra the CEL delete is and if it's reliable) If I go with the Exhaust, I am looking to spend about $3,500 more, which is pretty significant as I'm paying for grad school right now... Doesn't seem feasible (or necessary), but being on these damn forums doesn't help!!! Anyone been in a similar situation (or dilemma) before? What did you decide? I really want to complete the rear look with a diffuser/trunk, but I know that neither will look the same without an exhaust. In addition, I have not HEARD the akra in person, so I am hesitant to drop $6k on something I have not even heard. Let me know if anyone has any opinions. I wanted to keep this out of the 'Exterior Mod' and 'Exhaust' sections because they will obviously be more biased than posting here. Mods feel free to move if need be. __________________
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12-28-2010, 12:59 PM	#2
GOLFFRR 10816 Rep 27,599 Posts Drives: GOLFFRR cart Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: we sell BMWs to "ALL" US states iTrader: (4)	tough choice, sounds in your post that you really dont want to spend a lot of money so you might want to stick with the trunk, however the guys with aftermarket exhaust will tell you its a pretty sick mod, give you a whole new feel of the car. GL __________________ BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR NEXT BMW, EMAIL OUR GUY KOTE FIRST! Kote M Sales:Kotem@bmwofcamarillo.com Cell:805-368-9101 vipfinance@bmwofcamarillo.com for warranties!
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anthony @ eas BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 309 Rep 3,635 Posts Drives: R56 Cooper S Join Date: May 2009 Location: 4015 E Leaverton Court, Anahiem, CA 92807 iTrader: (0)	Exhaust is a mod that you are always aware of every time you drive the car. A trunk looks really cool, but you won't notice it when you're driving. Either one is a great mod; it comes down to whether you want to sound great or look great.
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GOLFFRR 10816 Rep 27,599 Posts Drives: GOLFFRR cart Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: we sell BMWs to "ALL" US states iTrader: (4)	^^thats actually a pretty good way to look at it, never thought about it that way. __________________ BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR NEXT BMW, EMAIL OUR GUY KOTE FIRST! Kote M Sales:Kotem@bmwofcamarillo.com Cell:805-368-9101 vipfinance@bmwofcamarillo.com for warranties!
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12-28-2010, 02:49 PM	#5
Bubbles Brigadier General 2753 Rep 4,445 Posts Drives: Green Bastard Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Bishop Bend iTrader: (3)	Exhaust no question, Akra only of course. __________________
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12-28-2010, 03:06 PM	#6
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12-28-2010, 03:33 PM	#7
jonasaurus Brigadier General 76 Rep 3,178 Posts Drives: E90 M3 [Sold] Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	You will get more utility from the exhaust in my opinion if you're willing to spend. When you're in the car you won't see the trunk but you will hear your exhaust when you're at WOT ! (and as an added bonus you shed some weight and gain some be it small hp/torque) __________________ ///M3 \| E90 LCI \| Space Grey \| Fox Red with CF Structure \| 6MT \| 260M \| My build
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12-28-2010, 03:44 PM	#8
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12-28-2010, 04:04 PM	#9
saeedg48 Brigadier General 342 Rep 3,574 Posts Drives: Porsche 991.1 GT3 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Newport Beach, CA iTrader: (1)	Get the exhaust when you're ready.. Blow the doors off other cars __________________ 2015 Porsche 991.1 GT3 2015 F80 M3 -- Individual; Space Grey
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12-28-2010, 04:40 PM	#10
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12-28-2010, 05:17 PM	#11
Elaz Lieutenant 51 Rep 591 Posts Drives: e92m Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: bx ny iTrader: (1)	yea but the trunk will look better then the exhaust. more people will notice it.even people that don't know about mods and things that us in the forums like and talk about.
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12-28-2010, 07:01 PM	#12
onefastman Major General 159 Rep 5,689 Posts Drives: 2009 135i 2011 e92m dct Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Earth iTrader: (15)	Get a exhaust buy for the love of god dont spend over 4K Get a good muffler (not titanium) and a cheap mid pipe as it does nothing for sound that the more expensive brands dont do and a cel delete for $300 __________________ Legal Disclaimer: Anything I or anyone else says about my vehicle on this website(1addicts.com or any affiliated or nonaffiliated sites), pertaining to modifications, is only to gain acceptance from my/our peers, and does not actually represent anything actually existing on my car, and thus, cannot be held against me in any issues, i.e. warranty claims, that may arise.
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12-28-2010, 08:05 PM	#13
J08M3 Major General 286 Rep 6,007 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 COUPE Join Date: May 2008 Location: NEW YORK iTrader: (8)	exhaust __________________
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12-28-2010, 10:07 PM	#15
dirtyfreebooter Captain 341 Rep 655 Posts Drives: Vespa Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Boulder, CO iTrader: (2)	Exhaust. Would take enhanced sound and power over a trunk.
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12-28-2010, 10:18 PM	#17
ManAndMachine Lieutenant 25 Rep 596 Posts Drives: G80M3 BG KO, '17 Taco Pro Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Valencia,Ca iTrader: (0)	Akro exhaust for sure. No need to worry about rust with a titanium system.Its corrosion resistant
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12-28-2010, 10:23 PM	#18
Gkap BMF Movement 51 Rep 3,024 Posts Drives: Women Crazy Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: GTA iTrader: (1)	I would go with the exhaust first. A friend has the Akra (EVO) and he says at times its too loud but he loves the sound. I have heard it in person and it does sound good. I personally will be going with the Akra slip on.
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12-28-2010, 10:58 PM	#19
cmk227 Major 120 Rep 1,379 Posts Drives: Goal: Another ///M Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Garland, TX & Northern England iTrader: (2)	I would say exhaust but if you are borrowing money for grad school don't do anything and do the right thing and use the extra cash so you don't have to spend the next 10 years after college paying your school debts. Don't get into more debt. You have a sexy car now so the exhaust or trunk would be nice but not necessary... __________________ 14 Lexus GX460 & 14 Lexus ES300H 14 BMW 528d Touring Estate - UK Previous M's: 11 BMW M3 JZB ZCP 6MT, 02 BMW M3 Conv 6MT & 02 BMW M3 Coupe 6MT
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12-28-2010, 11:28 PM	#20
sensi09 Lieutenant Colonel 30 Rep 1,789 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: socal iTrader: (1)	What do you have done so far? Exhaust, suspension and wheels first, in no particular order.
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12-28-2010, 11:35 PM	#21
MrHarris yodog 197 Rep 5,025 Posts Drives: '86 Corolla Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Diamond Bar, Ca iTrader: (5) Garage List 2009 BMW [10.00]	Exhaust for sure. Look in the used section if you're on a tighter budget. __________________ 2009 E92 M3 \| Alpine White \| Black Extended \| Advan RS \| Turner Test Pipes \| Dinan Axle-Back \| OETuning \| Eibach Springs \| UUC SSK \| VRS Front Lip \| VRS Type I Diffuser \| Matte Black \| RPi Scoops \| MS Filter \| Yokohama AD08 \| F1 Pinnacle Special Thanks: Gintani \| OETuning \| eAs
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12-29-2010, 12:21 AM	#22
1MORELAP Captain 99 Rep 700 Posts Drives: '22 911 GTS '19 X3, X5, X7 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (0)	I do not get the trunk at all. So for me, this is easy. Akra. Start with a slip on. __________________ I apologize for spelling mistakes up front, they are a result of multitasking.
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