N55 Performance Exhaust

Just a 3 · 12-26-2015, 07:36 PM

I have a 2011 E90 with SP/PP (and Performance Edition - the OE "PPK" power kit). I am looking for a louder exhaust that what OE. Since BMW stopped making the Performance Exhaust, there are not many options I see (car is CPO and I'd prefer it keep it that way).

Any suggestions? I've done a search of the forum, but don't see any definitive direction - most suggest the BMW PE but that is not available anymore. I could try the PE mod, but does that void CPO warranty - anyone know?

Thanks in advance.

kamfa39 · 12-26-2015, 08:32 PM

An exhaust will not void your warranty

shirtpants_ · 12-26-2015, 09:45 PM

The PE mod wouldn't void your warranty. As far as BMW is concerned, it basically has the same affect as changing out the exhaust to a new one.
Worst case scenario they just wont perform any warranty work on your exhaust, and if your flapper valve thing in the left tailpipe breaks,
they wont warranty that...

EB89 · 12-27-2015, 06:56 AM

The PE is available at lots of online retailers, you need to look harder.

Just a 3 · 12-27-2015, 08:12 AM

EB89, most PE's available online are for the N54. Haven't seen any for N55. A couple, yes, but one was charging 1800 and the other 1500 which I felt was exhorbitant. Can you point me to any? Thx

Welcome to NBA Jam · 12-27-2015, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Just a 3

EB89, most PE's available online are for the N54. Haven't seen any for N55. A couple, yes, but one was charging 1800 and the other 1500 which I felt was exhorbitant. Can you point me to any? Thx

They're the same part, I am pretty sure. It'll fit regardless of the engine.

E92NYC · 12-27-2015, 10:07 AM

Sorry to jack thread, but i got a question about the n55 performance exhaust. Did anyone notice a smell after getting their performance exhaust installed? is it normal or did the dealer messed something up?

bleedsblue0023 · 01-03-2016, 05:06 PM

a gasket issue or they didn't seal the clamps where they cut off the stock exhaust.

Abax335 · 01-03-2016, 05:21 PM

What kind of smell ? New burning metal will smell but it should fade

neverdone · 01-03-2016, 06:19 PM

I thought the performance edition had a PE? I have the Canadian version special edition and it comes with the PE.

Wlew · 01-03-2016, 08:45 PM

Go Dinan. I love mine. Its louder than stock but isnt too loud and has zero drone. Theres a lot of exhausts out there with way too much drone on them.

All are going to be pretty pricey though. $1500 is kind of average.

Abax335 · 01-03-2016, 08:46 PM

I like how the dinan sounds I just hate seeing the ricey cans when you are behind one.

mike@x-ph.com · 01-04-2016, 03:54 PM

I have never seen a warranty voided because of an aftermarket exhaust.
We also carry the PE by the way

EB89 · 01-05-2016, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Just a 3

EB89, most PE's available online are for the N54. Haven't seen any for N55. A couple, yes, but one was charging 1800 and the other 1500 which I felt was exhorbitant. Can you point me to any? Thx

Same for both N54 and N55.

The BMW PE on my N55 was on an N54 before.

norsairius · 01-06-2016, 08:34 PM

What about fitment on an E90 xDrive w/N55? I remember a bunch were on sale from BMW directly for something ridiculous like $650 or something back around April or May last year. I regret not jumping on that deal... In any case, would the BMW PE made for the E90 w/N54 work on an N55 then?

I've found plenty of BMW PEs online with the part number for coupes, but my I remember reading that the tips on a PE for the E92 may stick out from the bumper more on an E90.

Capital Drives · 01-09-2016, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by neverdone

I thought the performance edition had a PE? I have the Canadian version special edition and it comes with the PE.

Ditto. As a daily driver I don't think I'd want any louder. It's got a nice burble at idle/low throttle and growls loud enough when you get on it! Big improvement over the stock sound and not as ricey/abnoxious as the aftermarket.

Magna_Flow · 01-19-2016, 07:32 PM

We offer a pretty competitively-priced, full stainless catback for the 335. We keep the volume just slightly above stock, so it wont be overly obnoxious like some of the other systems out there. Heres a quick video of our sport system (Coupe part# 16388; Sedan# 15541)

We also have the Touring catback (16387) for the sedan, which is more mellow with a large single muffler, instead of 2. If theres any questions we can answer for you, give us a call or PM any time!

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Just a 3 Lieutenant 81 Rep 445 Posts Drives: 2011 335i prem sport perf pkge Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	N55 Performance Exhaust I have a 2011 E90 with SP/PP (and Performance Edition - the OE "PPK" power kit). I am looking for a louder exhaust that what OE. Since BMW stopped making the Performance Exhaust, there are not many options I see (car is CPO and I'd prefer it keep it that way). Any suggestions? I've done a search of the forum, but don't see any definitive direction - most suggest the BMW PE but that is not available anymore. I could try the PE mod, but does that void CPO warranty - anyone know? Thanks in advance.
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shirtpants_ Second Lieutenant 94 Rep 268 Posts Drives: 11 335i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: orlando iTrader: (1)	The PE mod wouldn't void your warranty. As far as BMW is concerned, it basically has the same affect as changing out the exhaust to a new one. Worst case scenario they just wont perform any warranty work on your exhaust, and if your flapper valve thing in the left tailpipe breaks, they wont warranty that...
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EB89 Brigadier General 541 Rep 3,131 Posts Drives: 2011 335i e92 DCT Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Australia, NSW iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 335i e92 [0.00]	The PE is available at lots of online retailers, you need to look harder.
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Just a 3 Lieutenant 81 Rep 445 Posts Drives: 2011 335i prem sport perf pkge Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	EB89, most PE's available online are for the N54. Haven't seen any for N55. A couple, yes, but one was charging 1800 and the other 1500 which I felt was exhorbitant. Can you point me to any? Thx
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E92NYC Private First Class 6 Rep 134 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW 335i Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (0)	Sorry to jack thread, but i got a question about the n55 performance exhaust. Did anyone notice a smell after getting their performance exhaust installed? is it normal or did the dealer messed something up?
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bleedsblue0023 KState ME PE 4 Rep 42 Posts Drives: 2011 335i Jet Black ZSP Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: West Houston, TX iTrader: (1)	a gasket issue or they didn't seal the clamps where they cut off the stock exhaust. __________________ Jet Black 2011 335i Sport 6MT: Mods: BMS Intake, JB4 Iso FF, COBB V2 BMS Pump BEF, CPe Charge-pipe, ETS 5", VRSF DP, BMS OCC, SS Brk Lines, BMS CDV, MFactory LSD + Solid Diff mounts, 650i Diff cover, Pure Inlet, Fuel-it Stg2 LPFP + Plat TBI, E46 Trans mounts, Turner Pedals, Mishimoto wheel lugs, Msport Interior, M3 armrest, M3 Control arms, EvolutionRaceWerks F30 TIC pipe
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Abax335 Lieutenant 79 Rep 540 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335xi 6spd Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Orange/Rockland iTrader: (1)	What kind of smell ? New burning metal will smell but it should fade
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Wlew Major 77 Rep 1,116 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 335i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Washington, DC iTrader: (12)	Go Dinan. I love mine. Its louder than stock but isnt too loud and has zero drone. Theres a lot of exhausts out there with way too much drone on them. All are going to be pretty pricey though. $1500 is kind of average. __________________ 2011 335i Sports Package \| VRSF FMIC \| Cobb AP3 \| Dinan Exhaust \| BMS Intake \| VRSF CP \| Lux H8 Angel Eyes \| Mtec LED Fogs \|
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Abax335 Lieutenant 79 Rep 540 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335xi 6spd Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Orange/Rockland iTrader: (1)	I like how the dinan sounds I just hate seeing the ricey cans when you are behind one.
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norsairius Foodie and Gearhead 102 Rep 733 Posts Drives: 2011 335i xDrive Sedan Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: MN iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 335i xDriv ... [9.50]	What about fitment on an E90 xDrive w/N55? I remember a bunch were on sale from BMW directly for something ridiculous like $650 or something back around April or May last year. I regret not jumping on that deal... In any case, would the BMW PE made for the E90 w/N54 work on an N55 then? I've found plenty of BMW PEs online with the part number for coupes, but my I remember reading that the tips on a PE for the E92 may stick out from the bumper more on an E90. __________________ 2011 335i xDrive Sedan, Deep Sea Blue w/Oyster Interior
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Magna_Flow Private First Class 53 Rep 120 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Oceanside, CA iTrader: (0)	We offer a pretty competitively-priced, full stainless catback for the 335. We keep the volume just slightly above stock, so it wont be overly obnoxious like some of the other systems out there. Heres a quick video of our sport system (Coupe part# 16388; Sedan# 15541) We also have the Touring catback (16387) for the sedan, which is more mellow with a large single muffler, instead of 2. If theres any questions we can answer for you, give us a call or PM any time!
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