[3-Bag]

So, I've narrowed my research down to 3 choices. I can't find a cat-back for less than 3-4k+ (not wanting to spend $3-4k+ for one, so axle-back it is). Also, not wanting to spend more than 2k for an axle-back set-up, since it's basically just a muffler with tips.

The 3 choices being considered, which should I go with?:

1) Megan Supremo- I was told by a guy I spoke to on the phone when calling Megan, most go with the 535i version and it's easily modified to fit my 550i. Cost= ~$800 new.

2) A local guy selling a Dinan Axle-back for the 550i that came off his 550i. Cost=$1,300 used.

3) Active Autowerks axle-back for 550i. Cost= $1,500 new.

I have also looked at getting a used M5 muffler set, but they are hard to find. Plus, the ones I did find are too far away and shipping wouldn't be worth it + I would need to buy an M5 diffuser to replace my 550i M-sport diffuser.

Which should I go with? Or, is there another option I'm not finding considering the aforementioned?

[lsturbointeg]

have you looked to see what Remus makes for your model?

[3-Bag]

Originally Posted by lsturbointeg

have you looked to see what Remus makes for your model?

Yes, I have checked with Remus and even emailed them. They do not make anything for the F10 550i. I asked why not, and their rep. said it's due to too low of a demand.

[lsturbointeg]

Originally Posted by 3-Bag

Yes, I have checked with Remus and even emailed them. They do not make anything for the F10 550i. I asked why not, and their rep. said it's due to too low of a demand.

How about Schmeidmann?

[3-Bag]

Originally Posted by lsturbointeg

How about Schmeidmann?

Never heard of them, I'll check them out. Of what I have listed, what would you suggest if I don't find anything else?

[TheBlackGT]

I have a custom one-off SOUL Performance catback for sale. Catback makes a huge difference. We can work something out if youre interested possibly.

[3-Bag]

Originally Posted by TheBlackGT

I have a custom one-off SOUL Performance catback for sale. Catback makes a huge difference. We can work something out if youre interested possibly.

Perhaps, depending on the details. I'm curious how the 3inch exhaust will work with my 550i? Send me some details, photos and a price and maybe we can work it out. I would imagine shipping might be a lot since I'm in Oregon.

[TheBlackGT]

Originally Posted by 3-Bag

Perhaps, depending on the details. I'm curious how the 3inch exhaust will work with my 550i? Send me some details, photos and a price and maybe we can work it out. I would imagine shipping might be a lot since I'm in Oregon.

will shoot you a PM.

we'll see what we can do chief

[3-Bag]

Originally Posted by TheBlackGT

will shoot you a PM.

we'll see what we can do chief

I ended up going with the Active Autowerks axle-back, but thank you anyway.

[BMWKing123]

Originally Posted by 3-Bag

I ended up going with the Active Autowerks axle-back, but thank you anyway.

Did you get it installed yet? How do you like it?

[3-Bag]

Originally Posted by BMWKing123

Did you get it installed yet? How do you like it?

It's on the quieter side. If you don't want too aggressive/noisy it is a great set up. I'm sure coupled with a downpipe or if you take out the resonator it's way louder. Since I'm in my late forties, it's perfect for me. I didn't want to sound like all the kids going up and down our street with their modded Subaru's anyway...lol

[BasakBaz]

Originally Posted by 3-Bag

It's on the quieter side. If you don't want too aggressive/noisy it is a great set up. I'm sure coupled with a downpipe or if you take out the resonator it's way louder. Since I'm in my late forties, it's perfect for me. I didn't want to sound like all the kids going up and down our street with their modded Subaru's anyway...lol

Do you have any photos and videos please ?

So did you get a rear exhaust ?

[3-Bag]

Originally Posted by BasakBaz

Do you have any photos and videos please ?

So did you get a rear exhaust ?

I don't have any photos or videos yet, because I took my tips off and took them to get powder-coated black to match my car. The stainless look clashed too much for my liking.

As for your question, did I get a rear exhaust, I'm not sure if that question was meant for me, but as mentioned above, I went with the Active Autowerks axle-back exhaust.

[BasakBaz]

Originally Posted by 3-Bag

I don't have any photos or videos yet, because I took my tips off and took them to get powder-coated black to match my car. The stainless look clashed too much for my liking.

As for your question, did I get a rear exhaust, I'm not sure if that question was meant for me, but as mentioned above, I went with the Active Autowerks axle-back exhaust.

Originally Posted by 3-Bag

I don't have any photos or videos yet, because I took my tips off and took them to get powder-coated black to match my car. The stainless look clashed too much for my liking.

As for your question, did I get a rear exhaust, I'm not sure if that question was meant for me, but as mentioned above, I went with the Active Autowerks axle-back exhaust.

Do you have link of what you got please ?

I'm curious about pricing too.


I have F10 535i and was looking to get F10 M5 exhaust to fit if possible

[3-Bag]

Originally Posted by BasakBaz

Do you have link of what you got please ?

I'm curious about pricing too.


I have F10 535i and was looking to get F10 M5 exhaust to fit if possible

Here you go:
https://store.activeautowerke.com/co...0-550i-exhaust

[BasakBaz]

Originally Posted by 3-Bag

Here you go:
https://store.activeautowerke.com/co...0-550i-exhaust

Thank you

[Rumpus]

New 550i M-Sport owner here. I am interested in the Active Autowerke axle back as well and I was hoping you could answer a few questions I have?

Do the pipes stick out a lot with the stock lower rear bumper?

Did you notice any drone on the freeway?

Can't wait to see the powdercoated tips.

[3-Bag]

Originally Posted by Rumpus

New 550i M-Sport owner here. I am interested in the Active Autowerke axle back as well and I was hoping you could answer a few questions I have?

Do the pipes stick out a lot with the stock lower rear bumper?

Did you notice any drone on the freeway?

Can't wait to see the powder coated tips.

I have the stock M-Sport diffuser, see pics to see how it looks. I do notice some droning only when accelerating, but not when coasting along, but it's not too bad. The tips were stainless steel, but these are now powder-coated black. They look more black in person than in the pictures. I went with "glossy black". I'll try to get a video for a sound clip up by this weekend.

[Rumpus]

Thanks for description of the exhaust. Based in your experience, it sounds exactly like what I was hoping to find. And those tips don't stick out too far at all.

I really like the look of the powder-coating, it goes really well with the total back end.