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From Porsche back to BMW, my M2CS
I went from E92 M3 to the F80 M3 and eventually went up to P cars to include a Turbo S and a GT3. I really missed the practicality that M cars provide including trunk and functional rear seats. I started browsing and disliked the new M3/4 styling so I decided to pursue M2 CS. Many compare it to the GT4 but quite honestly the GT4 wasn't for me, i feel the M2CS offers so much more practicality and is a much more special/exclusive vehicle.
Overall I love this thing! I went with DCT as the GT3 is manual and I feel it is such a well rounded sports car. My only gripe is how quiet this car is. I can't seem to figure out how to open the exhaust valves any pointers ? Im used to the exhaust button on the P cars but is there such a thing for this M2CS? |
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11-28-2021, 05:04 PM | #4 |
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Congratulations OP, beautiful car! I felt the same about the exhaust, however I hated the way it looked as well. There are many exhaust systems that bring the sound to the level you are looking for. Many go with Active Autowerke Equal length mid pipe mated to a axle back of your choice. I considered it and still might, however I went with the Dinan exhaust. It is only about 20% louder, however my main focus was aesthetic.
Where did you find the car? How many miles on her?
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Thank you guys. Got it from a collector in Scottsdale with 1,500 miles and full Xpel ultimate. Still smells new.
On my GT3 I figured a way to plug the vacuum lines to the valves to always keep them open. Is there a way to do this ? I've got an Akra mid pipe and rear section sitting in the garage, anybody have any experience with this setup before I install them ? |
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11-28-2021, 07:17 PM | #6 |
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You and I have the same car, I just have the black wheel option... I was very conflicted as I was under deposit on a CPO 991.1 (Sapphire Blue) GTS with aero kit that I was obsessed with at the time. When the CS came out, it spoke to me on a few levels, especially the practicality of the rear seat as I have two little ones that like to ride with me.
As far as exhaust, I felt the same way, even after commanding the flaps open with Bimmerlink each time I drove it. I recently installed a Active Autowerke Equal Length (EL) resonated mid-pipe and Remus Race rear section that I got off another forum member. Driving is a MUCH more emotional experience now and I love the fun it's given back to driving the car! I know it's not the setup you have about to go on, but figured it was worth sharing...
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Congratulations on this move. I share much of your experience in this space. My only gripe was also the exhaust sound. I tried the AAEL plus Akra and settled on the Akra only. VERY happy with the final outcome and the car now ticks every one of the boxes underpinning my own high expectations.
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Thank you fellas appreciate all the feedback.
This truly is a very special car I think bmw knocked it out the park with this one. Such a well rounded every day sports car . I would hate to put it away in storage as some collectors do |
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Do any of these exhaust mods create noticeable performance upgrades, or are they simply personal ear pleasers?
Never understood louder is better.
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I believe that while the valves are open that you can disconnect the wire on the valve and the valves will always be open. The problem is loud cold starts and your neighbors. You can also control the valves with a tune or aftermarket control box.
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The guys with the MPE can see the valves open, so it's a no-brainer. I'm on the stock exhaust and can't see them, nor hear them actuate, so I did it the safe way.
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11-29-2021, 08:19 PM | #21 |
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Some prior GT pics
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