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      05-22-2020, 10:47 AM   #1
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My new SO M2C

Hi all,

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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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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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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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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Hi all,

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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Hi all,

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.
Congrats and thank you for sharing the dinan exhaust info. I'm have the same color as yours and thinking to do the same. Can you take a picture of the rear to share how visible of the muffler when you get a chance. Thank you
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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.
Someone posted this in the Dinan thread below. i like the sound of it...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_c...ture=emb_title
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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.
Someone posted this in the Dinan thread below. i like the sound of it...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_c...ture=emb_title
Yeah I heard this. But I don't want to see a heavily edited video from the manufacturer. I want to hear first hand feedback and sounds from ppl who don't have a financial incentive to sell me the exhaust.
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Weather is still bad where I'm located, but I uploaded a garage start and a quick garage rev.





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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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I'll try to get a drive by and some more pics over the extended weekend.
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Thank you very much for posting your review and real world sound clips!
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If you have a chance, I'd love to see some real world pictures from the back at different angles.

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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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Welcome to the club of modding.
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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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Not sure how much these will help. Car is filthy due to the constant rain.
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IMO best color M2C, would be my choice since no real grey available. Great buy !
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Not sure how much these will help. Car is filthy due to the constant rain.
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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.
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Maybe Dinan can confirm, but I believe read it's 70mm like the exhaust (don't quote me )
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