What did you do to/for your 1er today?

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by tock172

Thanks! I'm glad to say I negotiated a very fair deal which I'm quite pleased with. The added exhaust noise from the PPK is incredible. I gave it few revs in neutral before I put the car in the garage for the night, and may have awoken some neighbors.

I've already swapped most of my important things over to the new car. Friday I'll have my 225/255 PSS put on the 2012 as well. I've got a lengthy to-do list of stuff, but I'm enjoying all of it!

Yeah, I still have all my PPK sounds even though I got the Dinan tune. I guess Dinan doesn't overwrite the PPK exhaust overrun feature. Love the sound - it makes us act like kids. Haha

So what are you're plans for your 2011 135i? Also, are you still planning on getting a 911?

[tock172]

Originally Posted by Esteban

Yeah, I still have all my PPK sounds even though I got the Dinan tune. I guess Dinan doesn't overwrite the PPK exhaust overrun feature. Love the sound - it makes us act like kids. Haha

So what are you're plans for your 2011 135i? Also, are you still planning on getting a 911?

Excellent to hear. I'd love the Dinan muffler and their S2 software.

Most likely going to sell it, though I may hang onto it for a bit. It's an excellent car and I've got some good equity in it, but I don't see myself using it much, if at all now, and I consider it a bit foolish to own two extremely similar cars simultaneously. Still shooting for a 911 in the future. The 2012 135i I just bought initially appeared at the dealer in October, then last Friday I saw the price lowered significantly and I simply couldn't resist checking it out. The Performance Driving Event I did at the Thermal Club sold me on DCT. This is BMW #7 for me. Perhaps I'm more of an addict than I'd like to admit.

[swagon]

Originally Posted by tock172

Excellent to hear. I'd love the Dinan muffler and their S2 software.

Most likely going to sell it, though I may hang onto it for a bit. It's an excellent car and I've got some good equity in it, but I don't see myself using it much, if at all now, and I consider it a bit foolish to own two extremely similar cars simultaneously. Still shooting for a 911 in the future. The 2012 135i I just bought initially appeared at the dealer in October, then last Friday I saw the price lowered significantly and I simply couldn't resist checking it out. The Performance Driving Event I did at the Thermal Club sold me on DCT. This is BMW #7 for me. Perhaps I'm more of an addict than I'd like to admit.

haha nice job, mate. Congrats on the "new" car.

[Gray_Panther]

Nice purchase, Tock! Did you just really want the DCT?

Also, I put the car cover on my 1er and stored it away for the winter. Sad night last night. I'm going to miss driving my 1 for 4 months.

[Dthltm]

Originally Posted by tock172

The added exhaust noise from the PPK is incredible. I gave it few revs in neutral before I put the car in the garage for the night, and may have awoken some neighbors.

Anyone got any exhausts they recommend other than PPK (nothing against it just wanting options) to step up the volume and notes just a little over stock?

[tjswarbrick]

Originally Posted by Dthltm

Anyone got any exhausts they recommend other than PE (nothing against it just wanting options) to step up the volume and notes just a little over stock?

+1

I'm in for the answer to this one!

[swagon]

The golf tee mod is free and easy to do if you want "just a little over stock." I did it and there is a noticeable difference in volume in the cabin.

N54 and N55 have different mid pipes and sound, but they both sound very good with the Performance exhaust, which consists of a y-pipe and a muffler. You could install just one of them and then decide what to do next. That's what I'd do, personally. Look around in the exhaust & engine section, plenty of info there.

[1and1]

I've got the same basic exhaust criteria and am shopping for a Berk Street. After that I'll probably go with the N55 mids if I want a touch more.

[chadillac2000]

Originally Posted by Dthltm

Anyone got any exhausts they recommend other than PPK (nothing against it just wanting options) to step up the volume and notes just a little over stock?

Originally Posted by tjswarbrick

+1

I'm in for the answer to this one!

Originally Posted by swagon

The golf tee mod is free and easy to do if you want "just a little over stock." I did it and there is a noticeable difference in volume in the cabin.

N54 and N55 have different mid pipes and sound, but they both sound very good with the Performance exhaust, which consists of a y-pipe and a muffler. You could install just one of them and then decide what to do next. That's what I'd do, personally. Look around in the exhaust & engine section, plenty of info there.

Originally Posted by 1and1

I've got the same basic exhaust criteria and am shopping for a Berk Street. After that I'll probably go with the N55 mids if I want a touch more.

I'm biased, but my setup is quiet and aggressive all at the same time. Perfect IMO.

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1302070

[Dthltm]

Originally Posted by swagon

The golf tee mod is free and easy to do if you want "just a little over stock." I did it and there is a noticeable difference in volume in the cabin.

N54 and N55 have different mid pipes and sound, but they both sound very good with the Performance exhaust, which consists of a y-pipe and a muffler. You could install just one of them and then decide what to do next. That's what I'd do, personally. Look around in the exhaust & engine section, plenty of info there.

There are lots of threads on this, but will it help the N55 sound a bit better? Simple and free is good!

Originally Posted by 1and1

I've got the same basic exhaust criteria and am shopping for a Berk Street. After that I'll probably go with the N55 mids if I want a touch more.

Originally Posted by chadillac2000

I'm biased, but my setup is quiet and aggressive all at the same time. Perfect IMO.

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1302070

Thanks for the replies. I bought mine CPO until April 2019 or 100K, so would doing any mods or exhaust work void that?

[Matticus91]

Emmm guys are we getting confused here?

PPK = Performance Power Kit (BMW tune)
PE = Performance Exhaust (axle-back can)

Originally Posted by Dthltm

Thanks for the replies. I bought mine CPO until April 2019 or 100K, so would doing any mods or exhaust work void that?

Honestly it depends on your dealer - any Genuine BMW stuff like the PPK tune or BMW Performance Exhaust should be 100% ok. A JB4 or aftermarket exhaust will almost definitely void the warranty.

[tjswarbrick]

Originally Posted by swagon

The golf tee mod is free and easy to do if you want "just a little over stock." I did it and there is a noticeable difference in volume in the cabin.

N54 and N55 have different mid pipes and sound, but they both sound very good with the Performance exhaust, which consists of a y-pipe and a muffler. You could install just one of them and then decide what to do next. That's what I'd do, personally. Look around in the exhaust & engine section, plenty of info there.

I'll do the Golf Tee Mod this weekend, just because I haven't yet and it looks easily reversible.
But I'd be more interested a system that sounds mostly stock at low rpm/light throttle, but like the Corsa exhaust at high rpm/WOT. But not add highway drone, be too loud, or cost an arm and a leg.
Is that too much to ask?

[Matticus91]

Originally Posted by tjswarbrick

I'll do the Golf Tee Mod this weekend, just because I haven't yet and it looks easily reversible.
But I'd be more interested a system that sounds mostly stock at low rpm/light throttle, but like the Corsa exhaust at high rpm/WOT. But not add highway drone, be too loud, or cost an arm and a leg.
Is that too much to ask?

Yeah that's asking a lot lol. Your best best overall would be the BMW PE I'd say. But super expensive.

Once I have some spare time/cash I'll be doing an electric cutout right before the axle-back. Costs around $300 for everything and will be super loud when I want it and mellow when I don't.

[Dthltm]

Originally Posted by Matticus91

Emmm guys are we getting confused here?

PPK = Performance Power Kit (BMW tune)
PE = Performance Exhaust (axle-back can)



Honestly it depends on your dealer - any Genuine BMW stuff like the PPK tune or BMW Performance Exhaust should be 100% ok. A JB4 or aftermarket exhaust will almost definitely void the warranty.

After reading for a little bit PPK sounds like just the reasonable cost type upgrade I am looking for. Now if only I could find someone who wanted to trade 261M wheels for 313M wheels I would be sitting pretty.

Thanks!

[tock172]

Originally Posted by swagon

haha nice job, mate. Congrats on the "new" car.

Thanks a lot, I'm loving it!

Originally Posted by Gray_Panther

Nice purchase, Tock! Did you just really want the DCT?

Than you sir! It wasn't just DCT, but it was a large factor. Premium HK sound along with enhanced BT were big motivators, along with the overall condition of the car which is quite nice.

Originally Posted by Dthltm

Anyone got any exhausts they recommend other than PPK (nothing against it just wanting options) to step up the volume and notes just a little over stock?

For the money, it's hard to rule out the BMW PE. For a bit more, you can get the Dinan exhaust. I think both of them offer a nice increase, without being too verbose or attention drawing.

[HyeWarrior]

Pics bruh

[swagon]

Originally Posted by tjswarbrick

I'll do the Golf Tee Mod this weekend, just because I haven't yet and it looks easily reversible.
But I'd be more interested a system that sounds mostly stock at low rpm/light throttle, but like the Corsa exhaust at high rpm/WOT. But not add highway drone, be too loud, or cost an arm and a leg.
Is that too much to ask?

[bmw1racer]

Originally Posted by Gray_Panther

I'm going to miss driving my 1 for 4 months.

You should move: It's pretty much always great driving weather here in SoCal.

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by tock172

For the money, it's hard to rule out the BMW PE. For a bit more, you can get the Dinan exhaust. I think both of them offer a nice increase, without being too verbose or attention drawing.

I've had the PE on my car since 2011 and I think it has a great sound that's only gotten better with age. Nice sporty tone and I personally get no drone to speak of. The BMW PE is quiet when cruising but wakes up when you accelerate.

True, it's a little pricey, but it's made well and fits perfectly. There are a lot of choices and there are definitely louder exhausts out there if that's what one would prefer. I'm happy with the PE and would get it again.

[Gray_Panther]

Originally Posted by bmw1racer

You should move: It's pretty much always great driving weather here in SoCal.

If it wasn't for the damn salt!!!
I agree, I should move out there!

[tjswarbrick]

Originally Posted by swagon

That's just great.
30 miles away, but I've never heard of such a thing.
Hopefully they won't catch on in my neighborhood... 🙃

[tock172]

Originally Posted by HyeWarrior

Pics bruh

suhhh