Have an Opportunity to Upgrade Exhaust - Need Advice

[IowaLawM3]

My car was recently rear ended and the muffler tips got messed up, so I am getting a new cat back. The insurance quote for a new factory muffler plus installation is around $950.
Here are my options:
1- have a new OEM exhaust installed with no out of pocket expense,
2- Pay an additional $400 to have a new Dinan exhaust installed
3- Take the $950 and buy another exhaust to be installed

What does everyone recommend that I do???

Thanks

[rcM3]

OEM is boring, Dinan is a rip-off. Go aftermarket for sure. (option 3)

Having 462 posts I imagine you already have an idea of which one you want.

[Rockenreno]

option 3, buy a used aftermarket exhaust and have money to spare

[[FLaT]]

I would go with Eisenmann.

[///dustin]

i have dinan and i LOVE It. why 400 more though? its only 1100 new....

DINAN FTW:alright

[///dustin]

ps, you should just take the 950, but one on here for 500 used put it on yourself (its bolt on=not that hard) and take the 450 and by some depos and a cosmos intake

problem solved:evil2

[Veedubbvr6]

^ Good point...I have DINAN as well and I enjoy every bit of it. They're expensive new yes, but you should be able to find a good used one for half the price. Or hell go with another kind, but buy it and install yourself and pocket the rest......if theres any to spare:)

[m3buzz]

#3 and DIY.

[shadedurza]

#3 and buy a Tubi.

[Mstngcobr761]

#3 Rock the Stromung...thats where its at

[wimpwgn]

Take the 950, buy a used oem exhaust for 100-150, pocket 800-850.

[///Mpmp1025]

better idea tell the insurence company it was the BMW high flow motorsport exhaust system. ull get much more than $950. if that doesnt work just go w/option #3.

[Grimely]

Magnaflow, pocket the rest.

[trimegatron]

Or. Best for me, you could buy my 96 stock M3 canister. haha

Have you listened to the stromung or UUC systems?

[IowaLawM3]

Dinan and the dealership both told me that the price on the exhaust is $1299. There is a 10% ($130) mail in rebate, bringing the price down to $1170.

I would really like Dinan, but am not sure I want to part with additional cash. I have also considered getting a UUC System U - I could save even more by buying one of their mufflers with the weld splatter on the muffler (extra $90 off).
Definitely want round tips...
Don't want the car to sound ricey...
Would like an exhaust that will add value to the car in case I decide to move into a 540...
DIY install is no problem.
I am trying to work out a deal with the dealership to get a better deal on the Dinan. (i.e., free install or lower price...they arent very responsive) Anyone know where I can get a better deal?

[98///M3]

Option number 3 forsure...and go with an Eisenmann

[bethestick3308]

STROMUNG!!!! thats what I am going to get for sure

[bmwpowere36m3]

EISENMANN RACE FTW!

/END thread

[fsmtnbiker]

Eisenmann or Stromung you can easily add value with. Or, sell the exhaust separately in trade for a stocker and you'll get 90% of your investment back.

[damon427]

I too have a dinan. I really like it, i bought it used for 250.
I would have been mad if I had to pay the full retail of over a grand. So my vote for you would be number 3.

[BMWEM]

#3 Rock the Stromung...thats where its at


exactly.

[Veedubbvr6]

Here ya go...saw this post earlier...I'm hoping the extra 10% is off the already marked down price..

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?p=8702150&posted=1#post8702150

[calypso]

Whatever you do, don't buy Dinan. $1000+ for a catback muffler? Not too mention they were repackaging OEM mufflers and selling them under the Dinan brand (Gen I). How many of the first gen Dinan exhausts have rusted through? Weak welds, over a thousand bucks, and a lifespan similar to the OEM system. Of course, Dinan eventually caught enough flak that they designed their own E36 exhaust, but still the principle remains that they were gouging people for quite a while.

I would buy OEM and pocket the rest. Otherwise, pick up an AA, Stromung, or UUC. If you want a little more aggressive sound, get the UUC RSC36.

[trimegatron]

I just finished putting my Stromung system on. Sounds really sweet. A lot fuller and deeper sounding than stock. Was kind of looking for it to be a little louder - maybe wish I went with the UUC RSC36; my other choice.

I don't think I could have went wrong either way.

[saint166]

u had mentioned that u want a system that increases the value of the car in case u buy a 540. then your best option is go with the oem . listing the car as stock with a new stock exhaust would be a great selling feature . we all mod the shit out of our cars yet if we go to buy one everyone wants a stock untouched car

[IowaLawM3]

good point. I am not sure when I would make the change and wouldn't mind something a little more aggressive in the meantime. I am thinking about a UUC exhaust ... either rsc36 or U.
any comments?
is there anyone that thinks a new dinan is worth $1000?

[Veedubbvr6]

u had mentioned that u want a system that increases the value of the car in case u buy a 540. then your best option is go with the oem . listing the car as stock with a new stock exhaust would be a great selling feature . we all mod the shit out of our cars yet if we go to buy one everyone wants a stock untouched car

^ This is a very good point.....something to consider instead of wasting your money on aftermarket.

[Aradaiel]

I have a Dinan, it's the best muffler I've heard but it's extremely over priced. AA is my second favorite over B&B, borla, supersprint and a few others I've heard.

[NitroNollie]

Get an AA for $700 and split the rest with everyone who has responded to this thread.

[Estrl M3]

My car was recently rear ended and the muffler tips got messed up, so I am getting a new cat back. The insurance quote for a new factory muffler plus installation is around $950.
Here are my options:
1- have a new OEM exhaust installed with no out of pocket expense,
2- Pay an additional $400 to have a new Dinan exhaust installed
3- Take the $950 and buy another exhaust to be installed

What does everyone recommend that I do???

Thanks

Take the 950 and use it towards a Dinan

[camel clutch]

i just got the uuc rsc36 i gota say i love it.Verry easy to instal good sound and the price is def right imo.

[IowaLawM3]

isnt the rsc36 $900??

[Mstngcobr761]

Stromung is 655 shipped...Cant really complain about that...Sounds Amazing!

Go to www.understeer.com and listen to the clips...I drool when I do

[erock///m3]

supersprint anyone?

[IowaLawM3]

i think the rsc36 sounds better than the clips at understeer of the stromung...

anyone have any good dinan clips???

[Darth Maul]

dude, dinan sucks! So stop posting about the Dinan!

If you're serious about getting a full exhaust, you could get a used AA track pipe, and used AA GenIII exhaust for under that, save your money and don't buy a new Dinan, they are just ripping you off. Anything dinan costs $$$ just because it's stealership approved...

[GotCone?]

3- Take the $950 and buy another exhaust to be installed
Buy new or a used cat-back of your choice and have lots of money left over.

I'd suggest Stromung

[5thBimmer]

Go with the Dinan!!:redspot

[Matthew/E36]

You must know which exhaust you want, so I vote for option 3 and buy a used exhaust from someone on the board that bought the wrong one or is "upgrading"!

[Balthazarr]

Stromung is civilized. Doesn't get on your nerves like UUC TSE I had.
Fortunately, I bought mine when they were a little over $500 shipped.
Stay away from Dinan...way overpriced.

[IowaLawM3]

Anyone know of a deal on the UUC RSC36?
My personal preference would be an exhaust that is somewhat low and rumbly...not too ricey...and loud when i want it to be.
I like the way the RSC36 sounds.
I didnt think that the sound clips on understeer were very grand...possibly an injustice to this well-touted exhaust?

[Balthazarr]

Anyone know of a deal on the UUC RSC36?
My personal preference would be an exhaust that is somewhat low and rumbly...not too ricey...and loud when i want it to be.
I like the way the RSC36 sounds.
I didnt think that the sound clips on understeer were very grand...possibly an injustice to this well-touted exhaust?

Indubitably.:stickoutt

[roye30]

hey guys,since i'm new here thought i'd make my first post,imo go get a supersprint,good quality and it's one of the few who give some more hp's..

[3two8eye]

I have a DINAN and its awesome. It came on the car and I never would have spent the $ for it but I'm glad I have it. Last car I had I bought a AA on ebay for $350 shipped and I liked that A LOT. I was however going to buy a stromung for my car if it hadn't come with the DINAN.



Either way>>> BUY USED, it's the only thing that makes sense.

Tyler

[WytLytnyn]

Whatever you do, don't buy Dinan. $1000+ for a catback muffler? Not too mention they were repackaging OEM mufflers and selling them under the Dinan brand (Gen I). How many of the first gen Dinan exhausts have rusted through? Weak welds, over a thousand bucks, and a lifespan similar to the OEM system. Of course, Dinan eventually caught enough flak that they designed their own E36 exhaust, but still the principle remains that they were gouging people for quite a while.

I would buy OEM and pocket the rest. Otherwise, pick up an AA, Stromung, or UUC. If you want a little more aggressive sound, get the UUC RSC36.


No one has seen a Gen 1 Dinan exhaust for years. I've had a Dinan exhaust for 6 years and it's fine and sounds awesome. If its price is too much to swallow, go get a cheaper one....its your car, get the one you like.

While people are bitching about exhaust prices: A buddy of mine just put a $15K exhaust on a Ferrari F360 Spider.

[TheGreatApaum]

My car was recently rear ended and the muffler tips got messed up, so I am getting a new cat back. The insurance quote for a new factory muffler plus installation is around $950.
Here are my options:
1- have a new OEM exhaust installed with no out of pocket expense,
2- Pay an additional $400 to have a new Dinan exhaust installed
3- Take the $950 and buy another exhaust to be installed

What does everyone recommend that I do???

Thanks


OPTION NUMBER 3!!!


GET A ROGUE ENGINEERING DMS, the exhaust is a beast when you get on it, and its really civil when you are generally driving.

Highly recommend it.

[TheGreatApaum]

Search ROGUE DMS on YOU TUBE or GOOGLE VIDEO and you will get an idea of what I am talking about.

[IowaLawM3]

back to the top for more opinions

[///mpower88]

go with a uuc tse or sys u

[TheGreatApaum]

back to the top for more opinions

Have you checked out any videos of the ROUGE DMS EXHAUST??

[erock///m3]

heres a vid of my super sprint exhaust i love the way it sounds(vid form my phone) http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=2005097362

[AmtrackMarine]

Option #3

Either a B&B Tri Flow Exhaust
OR
UUC RSC36

It was a tough choice for me, i ended up with the B&B and love it..nice deep raspy gurgling FTW :buttrock