[patbrass]

Hey guys, just pulled the trigger and ordered an LBB 6SP with Exec Package to replace my M235i.

I have the M Perf Exhaust on the M235i and love it. Sounds great. Don't remember the price but would order it again in a heartbeat.

Yeah, I know it doesn't give any HP gain...it's just about sound. But hey, sound is important

So the big question is should I get it for the M2?

My 2 concerns are:
- It's $2,500, woaa. That's pretty steep.
- Is it too loud? Will my neighbors kick me out of my neighborhood?

Anyway, what do you guys think? Anyone that got it that regrets it? Anyone that didn't regret it?

Here's a reminder of how it sounds!

[calbears]

Originally Posted by patbrass

Hey guys, just pulled the trigger and ordered an LBB 6SP with Exec Package to replace my M235i.

I have the M Perf Exhaust on the M235i and love it. Sounds great. Don't remember the price but would order it again in a heartbeat.

Yeah, I know it doesn't give any HP gain...it's just about sound. But hey, sound is important

So the big question is should I get it for the M2?

My 2 concerns are:
- It's $2,500, woaa. That's pretty steep.
- Is it too loud? Will my neighbors kick me out of my neighborhood?

Anyway, what do you guys think? Anyone that got it that regrets it? Anyone that didn't regret it?

Here's a reminder of how it sounds!

It's more than $2500 because you have to buy the 4 exhaust tips as well. You can get a discount on both from some dealers by buying online, but roughly $3500+ just to buy it. Now you have to get it installed as well.

Yes, it is much louder than the regular exhaust. And if you open up the valves for "track" mode, then it's much louder.

No regrets though. It looks badass with the carbon fiber tips and carbon fiber diffuser. And it sounds great.

[gmzanatta]

Originally Posted by patbrass

Hey guys, just pulled the trigger and ordered an LBB 6SP with Exec Package to replace my M235i.

I have the M Perf Exhaust on the M235i and love it. Sounds great. Don't remember the price but would order it again in a heartbeat.

Yeah, I know it doesn't give any HP gain...it's just about sound. But hey, sound is important

So the big question is should I get it for the M2?

My 2 concerns are:
- It's $2,500, woaa. That's pretty steep.
- Is it too loud? Will my neighbors kick me out of my neighborhood?

Anyway, what do you guys think? Anyone that got it that regrets it? Anyone that didn't regret it?

If there is a legitimate concern about noise levels where you live, it may not be the right choice for you.

The M2 is already pretty loud stock, but the MPE kicks that up a million notches and in Sport+ and Track mode it borders on obnoxious. YMMV of course.

[M2joey]

I am not much for "bling", definitely more performance oriented. Although, when I first heard the MPE at VIR last year that was pretty much it. Was slightly disappointed when finding out there wasn't a touch of performance gain. It pretty much came down to sound, looks, and it is a factory BMW part - warranty and value.

I love the MPE! It sounds outstanding! I do have the "start-up vibration" issue although not a big deal, for me, really.

Also, this past weekend I opened the flaps in Comfort mode, to see if it they would open - yes! You do not need to be in Sports+ to open the flaps. They never once closed on their own as a few others have mentioned.

[AlexCirci]

Save your money and buy a catless downpipe. You'll get the same level of sound/noise and a performance gain. If you're worried about the look then you can always buy aftermarket tips. MPE just isn't worth the price point imo

[Jamesembry]

I drive mine with the flaps open all of the time. It sounds awesome.....no regrets!

[tutankhamon]

Not a single regret at all. With the flaps open, the car sounds unreal. You don't even need a stereo at that point.

[piesauce]

I'd like to hear some more opinions on the catless downpipe vs MPE. OP, would you consider getting a catless downpipe to save $3,500+?

[MBimmer]

I wanted the exhaust, but decided it's not worth it and the stock exhaust actually sounds very good for stock.

[jayg80]

no regrets, drive in track mode 50% of the time and haven't had any neighbors complain. glad i got the original version (install at port last week of jan '17) before the new version with the additional red button in the trunk came out.

[BishUK]

I had the revised MPE fitted a few days ago, I'm also running a Fabspeed sport cat DP. I honestly cant believe how these two mods; combined with a tunnel, can make a six cylinder engine sound like a V10 Huracan.
It sounds unbelievable.
And the cold start is beyond brutal!!
I got the new one with the "red button" in the boot but I'm sure there'll be a work around for that soon enough.

[M2taz]

I ordered my M2 with the M performance package which included the MPE, if you're already going to add the other bits (black grills, CF rear spoiler, MPE w/CF tips & decal, which I removed) that's included with it, there is a cost savings besides being port installed. So it's basically done by the time you pick it up with a warranty.

As for any regrets, NO! I'd probably do it again but I'm also going to add a Fabspeed Sport Cat Downpipe to actually see some performance gains like many other have done. I'm also not the type of person who likes to draw attention to myself but the noise doesn't bother me. After showing my buddy the car he txt me afterwards and said, "Whatever that exhaust cost it was worth it"! I agree!

Also be ready to code out the ASD, I wasn't a fan of the MPE with it on at all.

[SeanWRT]

Those who can regret wouldn't buy in the first place.

[mike@x-ph.com]

Performance exhaust sounds good but i dont think it is worth that price tag

[AndrewC1989]

I'm a little concerned about the vibration at cold start

[quikM2]

drove mine today in track mode. unreal sound and tone. I don't have a trunk button, just a double click on the remote. it's expensive but it's under warranty and looks super good. plus maybe you shave a few pounds of unsprung weight .. get that better handling

[ried]

Originally Posted by quikM2

drove mine today in track mode. unreal sound and tone. I don't have a trunk button, just a double click on the remote. it's expensive but it's under warranty and looks super good. plus maybe you shave a few pounds of unsprung weight .. get that better handling

The exhaust is not unsprung, and the MPE weighs exactly the same as the stock exhaust. The only difference is the finish and the sound.

[Seagull]

It made the character of the car for me. I drive probably 95% in sport+ and in track mode. In the mornings, I actually hope for stop and go traffic on the highway. It just brings a smile to my face. Definitely worth it to me, and so far every other M2 member I've met loved it. Absolutely ZERO regrets. I may be a different case since I paid an unrealistically low price for the exhaust.

[quikM2]

Originally Posted by ried

The exhaust is not unsprung, and the MPE weighs exactly the same as the stock exhaust. The only difference is the finish and the sound.

In future instead of just the 'wink'... I will put brackets and then the word (joke) so that you won't take me literally

[quikM2]

Originally Posted by Seagull

It made the character of the car for me. I drive probably 95% in sport+ and in track mode. In the mornings, I actually hope for stop and go traffic on the highway. It just brings a smile to my face. Definitely worth it to me, and so far every other M2 member I've met loved it. Absolutely ZERO regrets. I may be a different case since I paid an unrealistically low price for the exhaust.

What's kind of funny is that Canadians besides having sunroofs pay a very good price for the MPE as it's only $3500 CAD installed and includes the cf tips which is about $2600 USD. From what I've read guys are paying $3500 USD including the tips and then still having to pay to get it put on. I'm sure you paid even less but overall it's not bad.

[breve_bomb]

Originally Posted by patbrass

Hey guys, just pulled the trigger and ordered an LBB 6SP with Exec Package to replace my M235i.

I have the M Perf Exhaust on the M235i and love it. Sounds great. Don't remember the price but would order it again in a heartbeat.

Yeah, I know it doesn't give any HP gain...it's just about sound. But hey, sound is important

So the big question is should I get it for the M2?

My 2 concerns are:
- It's $2,500, woaa. That's pretty steep.
- Is it too loud? Will my neighbors kick me out of my neighborhood?

Anyway, what do you guys think? Anyone that got it that regrets it? Anyone that didn't regret it?

Here's a reminder of how it sounds!

I have it, it's loud as hell an worth every penny imo...love the remote for track days

[430409M2]

I had the chance to hear my car in traction mode + track mode from outside the cabin for the first time the other day. When standing next to the car it's very deep and sounds amazing. As the car gets some distance the howl of the motor dies down quickly but the overrun echoes from everywhere. I think the m2's MPE is very well made. I now feel less guilty for always using track mode, as I know it's not as crass as all these muscle cars that floor it around town. 10/10, would get again.

My 2 cents, the tips look great, save some money and forgo the carbon covers.

At least for now..