RE: Ansa Exhaust

["Fadeev, Alex" <Alex.Fadeev@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

> Looking at replacing the incorrect muffler on my 89 325 iX.  
> Has a single exit muffler on it right now. 
> 
> Was talking to Bavarian Autosport and their "stock" exhaust 
> from thecat-back, made by someone else (Basal or something)
> is about $250 with the tips and installation kit, etc.  
> 
> They also have an Ansa sport muffler with tips for about $175.  
> 
> As I only need the muffler (pipes are still ok) I was thinking
> about the Ansa.  Is this a good brand, and how will this
> exhaust sound on my iX?  
> 
> The salesman said it would be a little throatier and sportier, but not
> loud.  I do *not* want loud or blatty exhaust, nothing that 
> would sound like a Civic with a sport muffler:>)

Ben,
	Stock OEM E30 muffler (comes with the pipes) should be around $200
aftermarket ($300+ at the dealer). No tips, no noise, works great and fits
better. Mine lasted 8 years before I had to replace it. Check
www.ultimategarage.com for starters.

alex

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