05-22-2020, 10:47 AM | #1 |
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I purchased a Sunset Orange (6spd) M2C about a month ago. So far I have really enjoyed the car, and it is immeasurably more engaging than my S4. I have seen several questions arise about the newly released Dinan exhaust for the M2C, so I figured I would chime in since I had mine installed yesterday. Before I delve into the details, I would like to say that I am not an aftermarket exhaust expert. I haven't had an aftermarket exhaust installed on a car in well over ten years (college). With that said, I did have an Akrapovic slip-on installed on one of my S1000r's. The carbon actually faded over the three years I owned the bike, but the exhaust sounded incredible. I also briefly owned a Harley with an aftermarket exhaust and engine work; it sounded like a loud Harley. Now that I have established that I am not an exhaust connoisseur, the Dinan exhaust in comfort mode is still relatively quiet, but it has a slightly deeper tone than stock. In Sport+ mode, the exhaust isn't obnoxious, but it is definitely louder. One thing that could be off-putting to some, the burbles and pops are certainly more prominent. The only other issue I could potentially see would be for those seeking exhaust tip aesthetics. Luckily for you, aftermarket options are available. Sorry for the tangent on the exhaust, but I figured you all were well aware of how awesome this little car is. Also, I have found Bimmerpost to be extremely helpful (lurking since my 135i many years ago), and far more civil than Audizine. |
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05-22-2020, 11:09 AM | #2 |
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Good, honest first take.
If you have some time and the means, some videos would be great, even if crappy iPhone/Android videos.
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05-22-2020, 11:34 AM | #3 |
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I am super interested at the sound / cost to play that Dinan is offering. However , I do not like the tips . Looking forward to any other pics you can post
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05-22-2020, 12:07 PM | #4 |
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Weather permitting, I will attempt to get some better pictures this weekend. I'll see if I can find my wife's GoPro mount. The iPhone video didn't sound accurate.
I will say that I am happy with my purchase, but I am also somebody who couldn't justify spending 7-10% of vehicle price on an exhaust. |
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05-22-2020, 05:35 PM | #10 |
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Better than I was expecting. Still a bit raspy/Tin canny, but aggressive. Not a bad option for the price. Congrats!
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05-22-2020, 05:43 PM | #11 |
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I'll try to get a drive by and some more pics over the extended weekend.
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If you have a chance, I'd love to see some real world pictures from the back at different angles.
Thanks and welcome!
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05-22-2020, 06:17 PM | #14 |
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Hey Op thanks for the assessment... does it drone on the highway? When at a constant cruising speed? Around 2000 -2200rpm’s or so
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Another 135 to M2 Competition convert! Welcome to the club. Nice color choice!
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05-22-2020, 06:59 PM | #17 |
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Thanks for the kind words everyone, I'm still trying to figure the app out.
Regarding drone, I don't experience any, but the highest speed limit I regularly see is 55. I wouldn't want to steer you in the wrong direction. I'll update once I eventually get true highway miles. I would definitely recommend BimmerCode to everyone. Turning the active sound off was surprisingly better than I expected. I can actually hear all of the awesome turbo noises, plus the odd sounding engine noises are gone. I don't really know how to explain the sound, but it seems unnatural now that it's gone. Keep in mind, the car is quieter with it turned off. |
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05-22-2020, 07:40 PM | #19 |
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IMO best color M2C, would be my choice since no real grey available. Great buy !
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Congrats and welcome to the club! I am very interested in this exhaust. Do you know what the outer diameter of the tail pipes are? I am trying to figure out if the aftermarket tips I have on my stock exhaust will fit on the Dinan exhaust. Pretty much the only thing holding me back from pulling the trigger on this.
Enjoy and be safe.
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