What's the best cat back exhaust for n54?

Lexxxx · 02-01-2016, 02:00 PM

Long story short, I got rear ended and the insurance company is gonna cover the whole exhaust. I wanted a pe but it won't mount up to my exhaust since I already have a aftermarket one. Whats the best sounding and look exhaust options can I get? Thanks for your help! I have a n54 xi.

02-01-2016, 02:05 PM

PaceSetter Monza

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Lexxxx · 02-01-2016, 02:25 PM

Thanks ^I also tried looking in the search but didn't see anything about if a 335i exhaust would fit on an xi. Interested in a vanguard possibly. But see no options for it on the xj

MNick · 02-01-2016, 05:02 PM

Is there a "best sounding" exhaust???
I'd vote for the OEM (w/golf tee mod) and cattless dp. However, I don't currently have this setup, so... For looks 4" or 90mm tips should do the trick.
Excited to see what you find!

Flex68 · 02-01-2016, 05:08 PM

I'm liking the sound of the vrsf exhaust system very good bang for buck .

bigdnno98 · 02-01-2016, 05:38 PM

Best sounding one I've ever heard was Eisenman. Very pricey though. I haven't heard the VRSF yet.

mike@x-ph.com · 02-01-2016, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Lexxxx

Long story short, I got rear ended and the insurance company is gonna cover the whole exhaust. I wanted a pe but it won't mount up to my exhaust since I already have a aftermarket one. Whats the best sounding and look exhaust options can I get? Thanks for your help! I have a n54 xi.

subjective and depends on what you are looking for (also budget)

Best bang for your buck is the VRSF, its a full catback that sounds good, does not drone and offered at an unbeatable price

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 02-01-2016, 05:52 PM

Define best? I'd argue Akrapovic or Eisenmann is the best but that's based on quality only.

As far as sound, well that's purely subjective and opinionated and volume is the same.

Get whatever exhaust caters to your needs, there is no "BEST".

Lexxxx · 02-01-2016, 08:00 PM

thanks alot guys so far i have to look up is vrsf exhaust system , arkapovic. eisenmann, vanguard v2 but no option for the xi uness moded, PaceSetter Monza i couldn't find anywhere. will look into these and figure out what i got . if theres anymore options please let me know!

Flex68 · 02-01-2016, 09:06 PM

I also like the sound of beluga racing exhaust

mikeseli · 02-01-2016, 09:39 PM

Autobahn Exotics (AE) best sounding inside and outside the car IMO, even if catless downpipes.

335NJ · 02-01-2016, 10:46 PM

This is one of the most debatable topics on any car platform. You're gonna have to do some research OP.

Donutz · 02-02-2016, 08:01 AM

I have the PE. It is the only exhaust I've heard in person, aside from stock with catted downpipes. I really like the sound of my exhaust. The sound builds nicely as the rpm increases. Very, very mild drone cruising at highway speed.

Stucks · 02-02-2016, 08:42 AM

Stock

OzCoE92 · 02-02-2016, 10:28 AM

Second vote for the PE, almost no drone cruising on the freeway, which for a DD is great. If you want to keep your existing piping, check out the Corsa or Bastuck exhausts, they both have great sound.

TBN54 · 02-02-2016, 12:20 PM

PE with Golf Tee Mod.

Should satisfy you enough to want and spend more dough.

Lexxxx · 02-02-2016, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by OzCoE92

Second vote for the PE, almost no drone cruising on the freeway, which for a DD is great. If you want to keep your existing piping, check out the Corsa or Bastuck exhausts, they both have great sound.

i have an aftermarket exhaust and dont have the stock piping. will a PE exhaust bolt up to my aftermarket piping or will i need to find a stock one first .?

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 02-02-2016, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Lexxxx

thanks alot guys so far i have to look up is vrsf exhaust system , arkapovic. eisenmann, vanguard v2 but no option for the xi uness moded, PaceSetter Monza i couldn't find anywhere. will look into these and figure out what i got . if theres anymore options please let me know!

Dont forget Magnaflow, Borla and Active Autowerke have 335xi fitments too.

ATLIEN · 02-02-2016, 01:42 PM

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PaceSetter Monza

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Hey, I had the quad pipe Pacesetter for my 86 MR2. Talk about the good ole days.

RWDMIKE · 02-02-2016, 04:28 PM

The Corsa 3.5" is my favorite.

AK. · 02-02-2016, 04:48 PM

Depends on what you like to be honest.
I have the PE mod and it sounds good. Not too loud not too soft.
If you want loud, get HPF. It sounds amazing in person.

Turbo_power4ever · 02-02-2016, 08:27 PM

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Stock

lol

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Flex68 Captain 76 Rep 853 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	I'm liking the sound of the vrsf exhaust system very good bang for buck .
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bigdnno98 Real Car Enthusiast 289 Rep 2,082 Posts Drives: 340xi Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Germany iTrader: (8)	Best sounding one I've ever heard was Eisenman. Very pricey though. I haven't heard the VRSF yet.
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Jeff@TopGearSolutions 3472 Rep 79,211 Posts Drives: C6 Z06, 09 335i, 10 335xi Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: www.TopGearSolutions.com iTrader: (37)	Define best? I'd argue Akrapovic or Eisenmann is the best but that's based on quality only. As far as sound, well that's purely subjective and opinionated and volume is the same. Get whatever exhaust caters to your needs, there is no "BEST".
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Lexxxx Private 4 Rep 88 Posts Drives: bmw 335i 2011 coupe Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: toronto iTrader: (0)	thanks alot guys so far i have to look up is vrsf exhaust system , arkapovic. eisenmann, vanguard v2 but no option for the xi uness moded, PaceSetter Monza i couldn't find anywhere. will look into these and figure out what i got . if theres anymore options please let me know!
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Flex68 Captain 76 Rep 853 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	I also like the sound of beluga racing exhaust
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mikeseli Private 21 Rep 81 Posts Drives: 2009 335i Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Montreal, QC or Massena, NY iTrader: (0)	Autobahn Exotics (AE) best sounding inside and outside the car IMO, even if catless downpipes.
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335NJ Colonel 535 Rep 2,872 Posts Drives: 2008 335i 6MT E90 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: NJ/Philadelphia Suburbs iTrader: (1)	This is one of the most debatable topics on any car platform. You're gonna have to do some research OP.
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Donutz Lieutenant 140 Rep 476 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Toronto, eh iTrader: (2)	I have the PE. It is the only exhaust I've heard in person, aside from stock with catted downpipes. I really like the sound of my exhaust. The sound builds nicely as the rpm increases. Very, very mild drone cruising at highway speed.
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Stucks Lieutenant Colonel 180 Rep 1,911 Posts Drives: 2017 F30 340i Xdrive Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Montgomery County, MD iTrader: (12)	Stock __________________ Current: 2017 F30 340i xdrive Previous: 2008 e92 335i coupe: RB turbos, mach 116 race fuel, methanol, alot of boost. Previous: 2003 Honda Accord V6 coupe: AEM V2, zex 75 wet shot (sold)
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OzCoE92 Lieutenant 94 Rep 448 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW M3 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Wisconsin iTrader: (3)	Second vote for the PE, almost no drone cruising on the freeway, which for a DD is great. If you want to keep your existing piping, check out the Corsa or Bastuck exhausts, they both have great sound.
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TBN54 Captain 425 Rep 793 Posts Drives: 08' E92 335 -> 17' F30 340i Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Upstate NY iTrader: (0)	PE with Golf Tee Mod. Should satisfy you enough to want and spend more dough.
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RWDMIKE New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 08 335i Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	The Corsa 3.5" is my favorite.
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AK. Lieutenant 138 Rep 592 Posts Drives: E90 M3/E92 M3 ZCP Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: California iTrader: (3) Garage List 2010 E90 335i [10.00]	Depends on what you like to be honest. I have the PE mod and it sounds good. Not too loud not too soft. If you want loud, get HPF. It sounds amazing in person.
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