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Nikk · Dec 21st, 2001, 10:57 AM

I've read lots about aftermarket exhausts but has anyone actually got one fitted?

I've spoken to loads of companies who say something may be available soon but surely someone has an option available now.

wendle · Dec 23rd, 2001, 07:51 PM

Yes we have had an exhaust available for some time now - its stainless and costs £140.00 for the side exit with 4" tailpipe. Centre exit is £200.00.

I have been running various exhausts since July, with varying results - it appears that BMW did a great job designing the exhaust as simply bolting on a freer one does not give more power, but less - so watch out.

Our works and is considerably lighter than the BMW one.

For more details phone Autofashion on 01263 -768824 or visit our site at www.autofashion.co.uk.

Minty · Dec 27th, 2001, 06:21 PM

Or click below to go straight to the BMW MINI Page:

http://www.autofashion.co.uk./bmw_mini_kit.htm

Do have any better pics of the side exit exhaust? What are the power gains for your side exit exhaust, if any?

What does it sound like? And will it fit into the hole in the rear bumper without any cutting?

Thanks
Minty

wendle · Jan 13th, 2002, 03:48 PM

Better pics will be posted on the site when the new batch of exhausts is delivered within the next few days.

The exhaust sounds quite a bit louder (the standard car is incredibly quiet - which is understandable when you look at the picture of the one we cut open), but without being over the top - although this is very much something for personal opinion.

We have in fact now made up 6 prototypes for the side exit exhaust before we were happy with the sound, and rolling road testing.

The exhaust has no real effect upon the actual peak power of the car, although improvements to low down torque were what we really were concentrating on, as this is what we felt from driving the car it needed most.

They also save a considerable ammount of weight as the BMW item weights a ton!

Minty · Jan 13th, 2002, 05:29 PM

I am imprest with the people at Autofashion. I sent an email today (sunday) to ask about the possible loss of warranty when replacing the exhaust, this is the prompt reply:
_______________________________________________
Stephen,

My understanding of European Law, and a conversation with BMW HQ by telephone has indicated that fitting of aftermarket parts will invalidate the waranty on that part alone. i.e. if you fit an exhaust then they will not waranty the original exhaust, and that they are not allowed to invalidate any other parts of the waranty.

We are currently awaiting a written response from BMW on the subject. This limited invalidation is only fair to BMW and to the customer. Further details will be posted on the website once we have them.

Phil.

Please visit our website at www.autofashion.co.uk
Email to Sales@Autofashion.co.uk or Telephone (01263) 768824.

Please send copies of previous emails with correspondence.
Prices Quoted in Euros are valid for 24 hours only, and may be subject to
fluctuation.
_____________________________________________

A very prompt response, thank you!

Lets hope BMW HQ Confirm in writing soon!

smiffy · Jan 17th, 2002, 07:50 AM

What would BMW say if I changed a MINI ONE exhaust for an MINI Cooper Exhaust

zoooooom · Jan 17th, 2002, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Nikk
I've read lots about aftermarket exhausts but has anyone actually got one fitted?

I've spoken to loads of companies who say something may be available soon but surely someone has an option available now.

Have a look at this I would like some oppinions.
Cheers.

smiffy · Jan 17th, 2002, 09:42 AM

ohhhhhh soapy water

only joking, what exhaust is it

zoooooom · Jan 17th, 2002, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by smiffy

only joking, what exhaust is it

[/b]

Its a one off and may or may not be produced depending on peoples opinion.

smiffy · Jan 17th, 2002, 11:21 AM

I like it myself

How much did it cost, have you noticed the difference

ohh, and the main thing...how much

I wouldnt mind one for my ONE when I get it

Minty · Jan 17th, 2002, 05:18 PM

Yeah, looks tidy.

What size pipe is it? How much? What sort of noise increase?
Any Power gains?

Cheers

Stephen

LMB · Jan 17th, 2002, 07:29 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by zoooooom

Have a look at this I would like some oppinions.
Cheers.

Not sure, put a picture that shows the whole car. Looks on bit of the large side from the photo

LMB

Dec 21st, 2001, 10:57 AM	#1
Nikk MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Oxfordshire Local Time: 07:37 AM Posts: 25 Offline	Has anyone actually changed their exhaust? I've read lots about aftermarket exhausts but has anyone actually got one fitted? I've spoken to loads of companies who say something may be available soon but surely someone has an option available now.

Dec 27th, 2001, 06:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
Minty Man in the know! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Coventry/Warwick Local Time: 08:37 AM Posts: 4,091 Offline	Or click below to go straight to the BMW MINI Page: http://www.autofashion.co.uk./bmw_mini_kit.htm Do have any better pics of the side exit exhaust? What are the power gains for your side exit exhaust, if any? What does it sound like? And will it fit into the hole in the rear bumper without any cutting? Thanks Minty E-Mail Me \| Minty - Reaches parts other people can't. Last edited by Minty : Dec 27th, 2001 at 06:27 PM.

Jan 13th, 2002, 05:29 PM	#5 (permalink)
Minty Man in the know! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Coventry/Warwick Local Time: 08:37 AM Posts: 4,091 Offline	I am imprest with the people at Autofashion. I sent an email today (sunday) to ask about the possible loss of warranty when replacing the exhaust, this is the prompt reply: _______________________________________________ Stephen, My understanding of European Law, and a conversation with BMW HQ by telephone has indicated that fitting of aftermarket parts will invalidate the waranty on that part alone. i.e. if you fit an exhaust then they will not waranty the original exhaust, and that they are not allowed to invalidate any other parts of the waranty. We are currently awaiting a written response from BMW on the subject. This limited invalidation is only fair to BMW and to the customer. Further details will be posted on the website once we have them. Phil. Please visit our website at www.autofashion.co.uk Email to Sales@Autofashion.co.uk or Telephone (01263) 768824. Please send copies of previous emails with correspondence. Prices Quoted in Euros are valid for 24 hours only, and may be subject to fluctuation. _____________________________________________ A very prompt response, thank you! Lets hope BMW HQ Confirm in writing soon! E-Mail Me \| Minty - Reaches parts other people can't.

Jan 17th, 2002, 07:50 AM	#6 (permalink)
smiffy MINI2 Master Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Here Local Time: 07:37 AM Posts: 5,859 Offline	What would BMW say if I changed a MINI ONE exhaust for an MINI Cooper Exhaust S for Smiffy "Kids in the front seat cause accidents, accidents in the backseat cause kids!"

Jan 17th, 2002, 09:27 AM	#7 (permalink)
zoooooom MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Aberdeen,Scotland Local Time: 08:37 AM Posts: 2,483 Offline	Re: Has anyone actually changed their exhaust? Quote: Originally posted by Nikk I've read lots about aftermarket exhausts but has anyone actually got one fitted? I've spoken to loads of companies who say something may be available soon but surely someone has an option available now. Have a look at this I would like some oppinions. Cheers. Attached Thumbnails Last edited by zoooooom : Jan 17th, 2002 at 09:30 AM.

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Dec 23rd, 2001, 07:51 PM	#2 (permalink)
wendle MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Norfolk Local Time: 08:37 AM Posts: 30 Offline	Yes we have had an exhaust available for some time now - its stainless and costs £140.00 for the side exit with 4" tailpipe. Centre exit is £200.00. I have been running various exhausts since July, with varying results - it appears that BMW did a great job designing the exhaust as simply bolting on a freer one does not give more power, but less - so watch out. Our works and is considerably lighter than the BMW one. For more details phone Autofashion on 01263 -768824 or visit our site at www.autofashion.co.uk.

Jan 13th, 2002, 03:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
wendle MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Norfolk Local Time: 08:37 AM Posts: 30 Offline	Better pics will be posted on the site when the new batch of exhausts is delivered within the next few days. The exhaust sounds quite a bit louder (the standard car is incredibly quiet - which is understandable when you look at the picture of the one we cut open), but without being over the top - although this is very much something for personal opinion. We have in fact now made up 6 prototypes for the side exit exhaust before we were happy with the sound, and rolling road testing. The exhaust has no real effect upon the actual peak power of the car, although improvements to low down torque were what we really were concentrating on, as this is what we felt from driving the car it needed most. They also save a considerable ammount of weight as the BMW item weights a ton!

Jan 17th, 2002, 09:42 AM	#8 (permalink)
smiffy MINI2 Master Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Here Local Time: 07:37 AM Posts: 5,859 Offline	ohhhhhh soapy water only joking, what exhaust is it S for Smiffy "Kids in the front seat cause accidents, accidents in the backseat cause kids!"

Jan 17th, 2002, 11:14 AM	#9 (permalink)
zoooooom MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Aberdeen,Scotland Local Time: 08:37 AM Posts: 2,483 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by smiffy only joking, what exhaust is it [/b] Its a one off and may or may not be produced depending on peoples opinion.

Jan 17th, 2002, 11:21 AM	#10 (permalink)
smiffy MINI2 Master Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Here Local Time: 07:37 AM Posts: 5,859 Offline	I like it myself How much did it cost, have you noticed the difference ohh, and the main thing...how much I wouldnt mind one for my ONE when I get it S for Smiffy "Kids in the front seat cause accidents, accidents in the backseat cause kids!"

Jan 17th, 2002, 05:18 PM	#11 (permalink)
Minty Man in the know! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Coventry/Warwick Local Time: 08:37 AM Posts: 4,091 Offline	Yeah, looks tidy. What size pipe is it? How much? What sort of noise increase? Any Power gains? Cheers Stephen E-Mail Me \| Minty - Reaches parts other people can't.

Jan 17th, 2002, 07:29 PM	#12 (permalink)
LMB Toon Toon.. My Classifieds Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Up North Local Time: 08:37 AM Posts: 22,013 Offline	Re: Re: Has anyone actually changed their exhaust? Quote: Originally posted by zoooooom Have a look at this I would like some oppinions. Cheers. Not sure, put a picture that shows the whole car. Looks on bit of the large side from the photo LMB Global Moderator

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