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      08-22-2013, 02:31 PM   #1119
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Originally Posted by jeremyr4 View Post
Swamp, you are somewhat correct, although you would have to go for a ride in my car with the top and with my OEM Exhaust Mod (non-perf). :-) Given that I live in LA and my roof can be done almost every day, I would easily trade the additional noise for a little weight any day!

Jeremy Clarkson just reviewed the 458 Spyder and said he prefers it over the coupe because of the added sensations due to the increased noise. That summarizes how I feel about my M3 convertible :-)

I consider M3 convertible with the OEM Exhaust Mod to be similar to Tivo. Once you experience it you won't go back. This is my 4th M3 Convertible in a row (I had 3 E46 M3 Convertibles)... I wish they made the 911 GT3 in a convertible, as I would probably buy that!!
Good point. There is nothing the least bit wrong with loving the S65s scream with an aftermarket exhaust. My shortcuts to that experience are (I do also have an aftermarket exhaust and it is perfect IMO) - windows down, rear seats down and tunnels/long underpasses. I'm just not willing to sacrifice on the weight, complexity, reliability, chassis stiffness, less performance, etc. for a Vert. Cheers.
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