BGKBCK

I'm looking to replace my stock mufflers with nice aftermarket set...I'm going for looks and sound as I know there's no hp to gain...I'm not looking for a top of the line piece - - just a mid-range piece that looks pretty and sounds good...Suggestions?

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01 CB M5
03 Silver X5 4.4i Sport

TCM

I hate to say this, but try running a search. There are countless threads on exhuast options for the M5. Your basic options include Kelleners, Tubi, SuperSprint, Remus, AC Schnitzer, BB Triflow, Miltek, and G Power. There are a bunch of sound clips if you just run a search. Hope this helps.

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T.C.
'01 Silverstone M5
AutoSolutions:short shift kit (40% reduction)
Automotive Specialist:cold air intake, swaybar brackets
Dinan:front strut tower bar, rear swaybar
Kelleners: race exhaust, suspension, ecu software
Rogue Engineering:transmission mounts
SuperSprint:X-pipe

bmwusa

I am personally going to get KELLENERS next week, but, truly its up to you, alot of people like tubi, but personally its to quiet for me, thus why elected to get kelleners, but if you go to Beastpower you can find lots of alternatives and sound clips, hope that helps, Josh

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1/2 of the Southern Renegades....

I just love the smell of JP-5 in the morning

Vossen10

I've got Dinan, I love the sound, it's a nice rumble and gets a little higher pitched at higher speeds/higher rpms. I wish I had a good sound clip for you but unfortunately I dont. I'm having trouble attaching pics, but if you would like to see some PM me and I can email them to you. The pipes are a bit wider than the stock ones and I think they look a bit more aggressive, but its not a huge difference from a looks perspective. The sound is a lot louder than stock. There is some excess cabin noise, but in my opinion it's loud enough to enjoy during spirited driving without being overly obnoxious when trying to enjoy the company of your passengers.

mottati

supersprints look nice and are decently priced, but you'll gain little in sound if you only replace the mufflers. Dinan's sound nice, but aren't cheap. I like the kelners myself too. Similar style tips to stock, just bigger, good sound etc. For what I think you want, that would get my vote.
Mike

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Mike
00 M5 Ti Silver; Imola/black sportiv
Engine:
Supersprint Headers, Dinan CAI kit and MAFS, Throttle Bodies, Cams, Ported heads, Exhaust, Custom dinan software, Evosport Pullies, Dinan clutch and lightened flywheel; Ignition solutions plasma coils
Suspension:
Dinan Stage 3 with front and rear Strut Tower Braces, Beastpower Sway bar brackets, Dinan Wheels with 275/285 PilotSport, X5 Thrust arm bushings, Stoptech 355mm 4 piston front, 355mm 2 piston rear brake kit, Dinan 3.45 diff
Interior/Misc:
Eurodash, updated steering wheel, Bluetooth retrofit, Sirius Retrofit, hardwired V1, Widescreen Mk4 nav, M audio retrofit, Ice Link, BSW Stage 1 speaker upgrade, bmw towbar

91 M5 Alpine White II, Silver Gray 3/90 production
17x8/17x9 Turbines with PS2, 20mm touring roll bar; Fahey Suspension with SLS elimination; EAT Chip, CD43; work in progress

vvanherk

Hey There.

I have the Kelleners. They were on the car when I bought it, but really love the sound. I would replace them in a heartbeat if anything happened to them. They have a wonderful rumble.

As far as looks, you can tell they are not stock. Here is pic of my car.

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Broken Arrow Ranch
2003 ///M5 LMB/Black/Aluminum
Dinan High Flow Cold Air Intake
Dinan High Flow Air Mass Meters
Dinan 3.45 Limited Slip Differential
Dinan/Brembo BBK - Front
Dinan Monoball Kit
Kelleners Exhaust

Gorilla Beast

With the current selection I would pay a tad bit more and get the Tubi since it actually makes some horsepower, has a nice sound, good fit. My Second choice would be Supersprint.

If you buy Kelleners and SS Xpipe you are basically in same price range as Tubi.

Also the Kelleners is rarely in stock anywhere including the US importer. So expect a wait.

I have the Kelleners, its a real piece of garbage and I will post up why at a later date along with pics. I cut it open. What I found is amazing for such a "high quality exhaust system." Its a joke they want this much money for 2 muffler cans with their POS welds.

Stay tuned and sorry about hijacking this thread.

BGKBCK

Thanks everyone for the advice and photo's too...Decisions, Decisions...

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01 CB M5
03 Silver X5 4.4i Sport

SACM5

If you want to hear the Dinan cans with the SS headers and x-pipe this is what they sound like. The setup sounds healthy...

http://www.discovery-automotive.com/Chad/pict0157.mov

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2003 BMW DINAN M5 - (Dyno Run - SS Headers, SS Xpipe, Dinan Cans)
Dinan Forged Wheels - Dinan High Flow CAI - Dinan IATS Relocation - Dinan Front Strut Tower Brace - Dinan Exhaust - SuperSprint Headers (ceramic coated) - SuperSprint Downpipe - SuperSprint X Pipe - Evosport Power Pulleys - UUC EVO III SSK - UUC DSSR - UUC Tranni Mounts - Euro Headlight Lens w/Clear Corners OEM - Umnitza HID 6000k Angel Eyes, Low Beams & Fogs - Valentine 1 Hardwire - DA Upgraded Rear Sway Bar Supports - DA High Flow Velocity Stacks - D/A Shadowman Software (PowerChip REMOVED) - Michelin PS2's - Tuned By Discovery Automotive (AREA 51)
2004 BMW X5 4.4i
2003 BMW 530i
1998 Chevy Tahoe
1998 Honda CBR - Smokin Joe's
1969 AMX 390 Hurst 4-speed (GoPak)
2003 MasterCraft X2 (MCX)
Emmick Shifter Kart (0-100-0 in under 7 seconds)
Couple Go Peds w/High Powered Weed Eaters on board