F8X M3/M4 M-Performance Exhaust w/ Carbon Tips - weigh-in

tom @ eas · 02-16-2015, 06:49 PM

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No better way to start off the work week, we had the chance to install the M-Performance Titanium Exhaust on a beautiful Silverstone M3, finished off with the Carbon Fibre tips.

The sound has a very throaty exhaust note, very exotic while retaining the S55's signature sound. When mashing on the throttle, and probably one of the best sounding exhausts on the market today.

Before installation, we were able to collect data on weight. As we all are probably aware, BMW has taken a much different approach with the 5th Generation of the M3 (and M4) models concentrating on vehicle weight.

Data

OEM Exhaust Weights
Full System: 69lbs

M-Performance Exhaust Weights
M-Performance Muffler: 14.20lb
M-Performance Midpipe: 22.25lbs
M-Performance Carbon Fibre Tips (ea): 1.0lb (x4)
M-Performance Hardware (ea): 2.35lb

Combined Weight: 42.80lbs.

Important: Note that the M-Performance is a "Cut and Clamp" style, retaining secondary catalytic converters while keeping emissions compliant, which on the downside, retains a slight bit more overall weight when clamped to the remaining part of the OEM system. Unfortunately, we were unable to get a total weight before installation

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Just as a comparison:

Akrapovic Exhaust Weights
Slip-On Section/Silencer: 29.5lbs
Connecting Pipe: 14.0lbs

Combined Weight: 43.5lbs (25.5lb weight savings over OEM)

Exhaust Components

Installation

Completed

One can't argue with the beauty and sound of this system.

Enjoy!

8600RPM · 02-16-2015, 07:30 PM

Mine continued to get better, louder and a screamer after 1500 miles. Even after ess tune it got better. Roll windows down and enjoy!

Blindside_137 · 02-16-2015, 07:50 PM

Very nice, great info as well thanks!

AlpineE92M3 · 02-16-2015, 08:23 PM

Sound clip please!!

dmk08 · 02-16-2015, 08:28 PM

I just passed 1600 miles on my car. 1575 with the MPE. Its getting deeper and better as time goes. When WOT its pretty intoxicating.

3er · 02-16-2015, 08:32 PM

Great write-up, thanks! I'd love to hear the M-Performance exhaust in person, but if the video below is any indication, it sounds fantastic.

CanAutM3 · 02-16-2015, 08:50 PM

I am loving the sound of mine

. I've now had it for over 2000 miles and the sound keeps getting better.

I went for the Ti tips, so I posted some pictures as a comparison to the CF tips on the the same SS/CF diffuser background for those undecided

dmk08 · 02-16-2015, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CanAutM3

I am loving the sound of mine

. I've now had it for over 2000 miles and the sound keeps getting better.

I went for the Ti tips, so I posted some pictures as a comparison to the CF tips on the the same SS/CF diffuser background for those undecided

Titanium tips with the diffuser is where its at.

teamwerx · 02-16-2015, 09:02 PM

You guys always have the best threads - I'm really leaning towards the M exhaust since CanAut's post.

luvmybluesbb · 02-16-2015, 09:14 PM

There is my beautiful car

Thanks to all the guys at EAS for the install today! Had to roll down my windows while i passed through a tunnel earlier to hear the wonderful noise!!

agagom · 02-16-2015, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShibaDucks

There is my beautiful car

Thanks to all the guys at EAS for the install today! Had to roll down my windows while i passed through a tunnel earlier to hear the wonderful noise!!

+1
Congrats, looks great!

JTO24 · 02-16-2015, 09:40 PM

Saw this on instagram and loved it.. Silverstone on the f80 is awesome! I need to hear the M performance exhaust in person.

luvmybluesbb · 02-16-2015, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by agagom

+1
Congrats, looks great!

Thank you!!

M3soHRNY · 02-16-2015, 10:25 PM

thanks for info

dmk08 · 02-16-2015, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JTO24

Saw this on instagram and loved it.. Silverstone on the f80 is awesome! I need to hear the M performance exhaust in person.

You do because TBQH no videos do it justice. If possible find one with 1500+ miles the tone seems to change a bit.

8600RPM · 02-16-2015, 10:43 PM

So mpe saves 30 pounds over stock? That is pretty darn good

CanAutM3 · 02-17-2015, 06:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 8600RPM

So mpe saves 30 pounds over stock? That is pretty darn good

I believe it is closer to 18lb as stated in the BMW brochure (8kg). If you read the OP carefully, they did not add back the weight of the clamps and secondary cats that have to stay on the car.

AlterZgo · 02-17-2015, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShibaDucks

There is my beautiful car

Thanks to all the guys at EAS for the install today! Had to roll down my windows while i passed through a tunnel earlier to hear the wonderful noise!!

Nice! Exhaust and diffuser look perfect!

BTW, what suspension are you running? The stance looks great too.

DrtyJrze · 02-17-2015, 10:46 AM

I forgot how nice a clean Silverstone M3 looks. I can't wait for spring...

Jay-K · 02-17-2015, 10:52 AM

sweeet

EzequielR · 02-17-2015, 11:01 AM

What a beauty! Thank you for sharing the info! Any sound clips?

Edit: thank you to all who have posted their own!

tom @ eas · 02-17-2015, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShibaDucks

There is my beautiful car

Thanks to all the guys at EAS for the install today! Had to roll down my windows while i passed through a tunnel earlier to hear the wonderful noise!!

Good to see you again!

Honestly, this is an exhaust in which I can't decide upon which is best - Titanium or Carbon tips?

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